List of Bushwalks in Shire of Cardinia

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Map of bushwalks in Shire of Cardinia

List of bushwalks in Shire of Cardinia

Found 4 walks

Seven Acre Rock

1.2 km return

20 min to 30 min

Seven Acre Rock

20 min to 30 min

Starting from Bunyip Road, Gembrook, this walk takes you to the Seven Acre Rock and back via the Seven Acre Rock Walking Track. This rather short journey spoils you with exceptional views of the surrounding land. It's family and dog friendly, considering the dog's on a leash. It is a straightforward, well-defined track. Check the forecast beforehand to increase your chances of getting clear views. Take care under wet conditions. 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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Cardinia Dam & Messmate Track

5.2 km circuit

2 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min

Cardinia Dam & Messmate Track

2 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min

1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

This walk starts near La Perouse Park on Cardinia Reservoir Access Road, Emerald, looping along the Cardinia Reservoir via the Messmate Track and the Tea Tree Trail. Enjoy a leisurely walk on this easy-going track that winds along the waterside, with stunning views of the Cardinia Reservoir and the surrounding hills, and a variety of other landscapes that unfold as you explore the track. There is also a picnic area where you can stop for a lunch break. The track is mostly flat, well signed and well formed with very few obstacles, being suited for prams and bicycles. 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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Emerald to Cockatoo Walk

6.8 km oneway

2 h to 3 h

Emerald to Cockatoo Walk

45 min to 1 h 30 min

Starting near the car park next to the Emerald Tourist Railway Board on Kilvington Drive, Emerald, this walk leads to Cockatoo following roughly along the Puffing Billy train track. The walk starts in Emerald, taking in the magnificent Nobilius Gardens and Emerald Lake Park, then heads through the towering gums of Wrights Forest before descending gently to Cockatoo. Emerald Lake Park is a popular destination for a picnic, with a playground, cafe and toilet facilities. The walk is on a flat track and is ideal for families with children, prams, cyclists, and dog walkers. Distinct yellow arrows mark the track, making it easy to follow. The trail crosses over the road at times, and you can see farms with horses and alpacas. The trail finishes by the Puffing Billy Station, where there's a small playground, picnic areas and good eating spots. If you go on a weekend or a school holiday, you can catch the Puffing Billy back from Cockatoo. 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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Dandenong Ranges Tourist Track

15.7 km oneway

5 h to 7 h

Dandenong Ranges Tourist Track

Starting from the end of Telopea Road, Emerald, this walk takes you to Sassafras via the Dandenong Ranges Tourist Track, visiting A'vard, Kensleys and Bingleys picnic grounds along the way. This historic track offers quite the journey with its wonderful flora and fauna. Enormous trees provide heaps of shade as you make your way alongside Sassafras Creek. You can start from either end, and the journey is dog-friendly. Parts of the track may be overgrown, muddy or both. Keep an eye out for thorns. 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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