Murrindindi River Walk Circuit

Starting from Water Gauge Camp just off Murrindindi Road in Murrindindi River Natural Features and Scenic Reserve, this circuit walk heads across the river and then north along the track toward Suspension Bridge at Blackwood Camp. There are several campsites (and picnic areas) along the way so you can make it an overnight walk and really enjoy your time at the Suspension Bridge, walking along the quiet river and then pushing uphill toward the mesmerizing Wilhelmina Falls rolling over giant rock forms. 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.

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	(-37.4154975,145.564962)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Maroondah Highway, 34 Turn on to Maroondah Highway, B300 then drive for 5 km Keep left onto Melba Highway, B300 and drive for another 7.8 km At roundabout, take exit 2 onto B300, C726 and drive for another 210 m Continue onto Healesville - Yarra Glen Road, B300, C726 and drive for another 1.7 km At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Yarra Glen Bypass, B300 and drive for another 1.3 km At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Melba Highway, B300 and drive for another 33 km Turn right onto Murrindindi Road and drive for another 5.1 km Continue onto Wilhelmina Falls Road and drive for another 1.6 km Keep right onto Wilhelmina Falls Road and drive for another 1.1 km Keep left onto Murrindindi Road and drive for another 4.3 km Keep left and drive for another 225 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. After another 20 m cross the bridge (about 25 m long) There is a car park (about 50 m back from the start). There is a toilet (about 15 m back from the start). After 35 m pass the shelter (8 m on your left).
	After another 115 m veer left, to head along Murrindindi River Walk.
	After another 1.7 km (at the intersection of Wilhelmina Falls Track & Murrindindi River Walk) continue straight, to head along Murrindindi River Walk. After another 325 m cross the bridge (about 25 m long) After another 310 m cross the bridge (about 20 m long) After another 270 m come to the "SEC Camp" (20 m on your right).
	After another 20 m veer right, to head along Murrindindi River Walk. After another 35 m pass the toilet (15 m on your right). Continue straight, to head along Murrindindi River Walk.
	After another 880 m (at the intersection of Murrindindi River Walk & Mill Track) turn around, to head along Murrindindi River Walk.
	After another 910 m veer left, to head along Murrindindi River Walk. After another 620 m cross the bridge (about 25 m long)
	After another 325 m (at the intersection of Murrindindi River Walk & Wilhelmina Falls Track) turn left, to head along Wilhelmina Falls Track (a vehicle track).
	After another 225 m continue straight, to head along Wilhelmina Falls Track.
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. Side trip to Wilhelmina Falls View point To start this optional side trip veer left here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. Details below. After another 1 km veer right, to head along Wilhelmina Falls Track. After another 225 m come to the viewpoint (5 m on your left).
	After another 520 m continue straight, to head along Boroondara Track. After another 3.9 km cross the bridge (about 20 m long)
	After another 610 m turn right.
	After another 25 m veer right, to head along Murrindindi River Walk. After another 10 m pass the car park (9 m on your left).
	After another 150 m continue straight, to head along Murrindindi River Walk.
	After another 1.2 km turn sharp left. After another 105 m cross the bridge (about 25 m long)
	After another 20 m come to the end.

Side trip to Wilhelmina Falls View point

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start.
	Continue another 35 m to find Wilhelmina Falls view point at the end. "Wilhelmina Falls view point". Turn around and retrace your steps back the 35 m to the main route.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Murrindindi River Walk Circuit

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	13.6 km
Time	4 h 30 min, 6 h 30 min to 2 days

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage	Clearly signposted (2/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)

Some facilities on route

Camp site: There is one 2.8 km from the start.

Shelter: There is one 35 m from the start.

Toilet: There are 2 on route, on average they are 4.5 km apart with the largest gap of 10.7 km.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Toilet	2 m	[toilet]
Shelter	35 m	[shelter]
Camp site	2.8 km	SEC Camp
Toilet	2.9 km	[toilet]

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Lake Mountain Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon
  
  Tuesday 29 April
  
  9°C
  Shower or two.
  70% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of morning fog in the east. Medium chance of showers, most likely later tonight. Winds southerly 20 to 30 km/h. Daytime maximum temperatures between 15 and 19.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: Moderate
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 10:30am to 1:50pm, UV Index predicted to reach 4 [Moderate]
  
  Wednesday 30 April
  
  4°C → 8°C
  Shower or two.
  50% chance of rain
  0 → 2mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower, most likely in the early morning. Winds southerly 20 to 30 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to around 9 with daytime temperatures reaching between 15 and 19.
  
  Thursday 1 May
  
  2°C → 9°C
  Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Winds south to southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to around 6 with daytime temperatures reaching between 15 and 19.
  
  Friday 2 May
  
  2°C → 11°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  The chance of morning fog. Sunny day. Light winds. Overnight temperatures falling to around 4 with daytime temperatures reaching between 17 and 20.
  
  Saturday 3 May
  
  4°C → 12°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny.
  
  Sunday 4 May
  
  5°C → 13°C
  Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny.
  
  Monday 5 May
  
  7°C → 14°C
  Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Parks Victoria Alerts
  When planning and before starting your trip please check Parks Victoria closure website for anything that may impact on your plans.

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