Yan Yean Dam Circuit

Starting from Yan Yean Reservoir Park car park, Yan Yean, this circuit walk gives you a tour of the southwestern part of the reservoir partly via a path on the dam itself. Designed by James Blackburn, this reservoir is the oldest water supply in Victoria. 'Yan Yean' (Yan Yan) is the name of the Wurundjeri representative who signed the Batman's Treaty in 1835. The wetlands here are home to heaps of bird species, so take your binoculars if you have a pair. Take in the panoramic views of the reservoir and the mountains around while you enjoy the peace and quiet. Besides the walking trails, there are sheltered picnic tables, electric BBQs, rotundas and toilets present. Dogs are allowed on leash. 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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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	(-37.563982,145.1241361)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Metropolitan Ring Road Turn on to Metropolitan Ring Out-Plenty Ramp Of then drive for 380 m Keep left onto Metropolitan Ring Out-Plenty Ramp Of and drive for another 170 m Turn left onto Plenty Road and drive for another 14.4 km At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Arthurs Creek Road and drive for another 1.3 km Turn left onto Recreation Road and drive for another 270 m Turn right and drive for another 110 m Turn left and drive for another 500 m Turn sharp right and drive for another 25 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. After another 25 m turn right.
	After another 490 m continue straight. After another 20 m turn right.
	After another 120 m veer right. After another 195 m continue straight.
	After another 550 m continue straight. After another 80 m cross the bridge (about 6 m long)
	After another 105 m turn sharp right. After another 35 m continue straight.
	After another 165 m turn right. Then cross the bridge (about 30 m long) After another 155 m pass the toilet (20 m on your right). After another 255 m come to a playground .
	Turn right. After another 30 m come to the end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Yan Yean Dam Circuit

Grading

	Class 2/6 Easy track
Length	2.3 km
Time	30 min to 1 h

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Flat, no steps (1/6)
Signage	Clearly signposted (2/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	No experience required (1/6)
Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6)

Some facilities on route

Toilet: There is one 2 km from the start.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Toilet	2 km	[toilet]

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Weather Forecast
- Watsonia Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
  
  Tuesday 29 April
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Cloudy. Medium chance of showers. Winds southerly 20 to 30 km/h.
  
  Wednesday 30 April
  
  10°C → 19°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. High chance of showers near the Otways, slight chance elsewhere. Winds southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to between 7 and 11 with daytime temperatures reaching between 14 and 18.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: Moderate
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 11:00am to 1:40pm, UV Index predicted to reach 3 [Moderate]
  
  Thursday 1 May
  
  6°C → 19°C
  Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of frost near the Yarra Valley in the early morning. Slight chance of a shower near the Otways, most likely in the early morning. Near zero chance of rain elsewhere. Winds south to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h becoming light in the early morning then becoming southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h in the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 4 and 9 with daytime temperatures reaching between 14 and 19.
  
  Friday 2 May
  
  6°C → 21°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  The chance of morning frost about the ranges. The chance of morning fog. Sunny afternoon. Light winds. Overnight temperatures falling to between 3 and 7 with daytime temperatures reaching between 17 and 20.
  
  Saturday 3 May
  
  7°C → 22°C
  Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. The chance of morning fog in the east. The chance of morning frost near the Yarra Valley. Light winds becoming northerly 15 to 25 km/h during the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 4 and 8 with daytime temperatures reaching between 18 and 22.
  
  Sunday 4 May
  
  10°C → 23°C
  Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny.
  
  Monday 5 May
  
  13°C → 25°C
  Possible shower.
  40% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Possible shower.
  
  Tuesday 6 May
  
  13°C → 27°C
  Shower or two.
  50% chance of rain
  0 → 2mm
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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  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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