Emerald Pool via Mount Olive Trail
7.5 km
Return
2 h to 3 h 30 min
1 h to 1 h 45 min
Starting from the Ironbark Picnic Area at the end of Ironbark Road, Glenworth Valley, this walk takes you to Emerald Pool and back via the Mount Olive and Hominy Creek trails. This moderately challenging walk meanders through Popran National Park to Emerald Pool, a beautiful and secluded swimming spot with crystal clear, emerald-coloured water located on Hominy Creek. The walk initially follows the Mount Olive Trail, leading to a junction with the 248 Trail, then continues along the Mount Olive Trail, passing an optional side trip to the summit of Mount Olive. Eventually, the walk reaches another junction and then follows the Hominy Creek Trail to Emerald Pool, where walkers can take a refreshing swim before returning to the picnic area. The walk is mainly along wide fire trails but narrows towards the end before reaching the pool. The walk begins at the Ironbark Picnic Area, which is only accessible by 4WD vehicles, but there's a 2WD car park located about 850m before the picnic area. This walk consists of wide and narrow, gently undulating walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces and creek crossings. Suitable for average fitness levels. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Highlights
Birdwatching
Swim
Views
Environment
Natural
Transport options
To start
Car
Mtb
Run