Starting from Smith Street, Alphington, this circuit walk gives you a tour of the Darebin Parklands, skirting Darebin Creek along the way. This reserve is home to heaps of wildlife due to its dense and varied vegetation. Flying foxes, kangaroos, echidnas, and 70+ bird species can be seen in the area. There are sheltered seats and tables, water taps and toilets present. There is also an off-leash area for dogs which also has a deep pool they can swim in. The reserve can be pretty busy, so coming early on weekdays can be helpful. Check the forecast beforehand, as parts of the track can be muddy/flooded. Keep an eye out for snakes, especially between October and April. There is an informational signpost on what to do if your dog gets bitten. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wurundjeri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
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Bushwalk
30 min to 45 min
10 min to 20 min
Shelter: There is one 1.8 km from the start.
Toilet: There is one 1.9 km from the start.
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After another 25 m turn right.
After another 35 m veer left.
After another 130 m pass the "The Nest" (30 m on your right).
Then cross the bridge (about 15 m long)
After another 380 m pass the "Rockbeare Park" (15 m on your right).
After another 215 m pass the sign (6 m on your left).
After another 150 m pass the water tap (35 m on your left).
Then pass the BBQ (25 m on your left).
After another 35 m pass the car park (on your right).
Continue another 25 m to find at the intersection of Smith Street & Separation Street at the end.
After another 55 m come to a viewpoint.
Turn around and retrace your steps back the 55 m to the main route.
Then come to a gate.