Walks around Maroondah

Discover the joy of movement with these popular walks in and around the Maroondah City Council area.

With trails to suits all ages and fitness levels, you can explore the outdoors at your own pace. Get active, connect with others and boost your wellbeing as you experience the benefits of walking one step at a time.

The Maroondah council area includes great walks in Croydon, Ringwood, Heathmont, Bayswater North, Warranwood, Ringwood North, Croydon North, Mooroolbark and Kilsyth South.

Some of the walks listed below have been graded as accessible and suitable for people of all mobility levels including wheelchair users. Look for walks with 'Accessible' in the name, or use the drop-down search filters at the Walking Maps discover page.

These Walking Maps have been created by Victoria Walks, Maroondah City Council, and members of the general public. Hit the Walking Maps logo to go back to the home page, where you can search for walks in other locations.

Tarralla Creek Trail, Croydon (a Station to Station walk)by Sean Mathews

0.14 km

This linear walk is full of surprises. Nestled against the backdrop of the Dandenong Ranges, it fol

8.72 km 3:00 Intermediate

Croydon Park Accessible Walkby Victoria Walks

0.32 km

The accessible paths of Croydon Park wander under the branches of large trees, through grassy lawns

1.07 km 0:30 Very Easy

Town Park & Tarralla Wetlands Accessible Walk, Croydonby Victoria Walks

0.70 km

This wide, accessible path takes you into the new wetlands with views over Mount Dandenong. Walk or

2.06 km 0:45 Very Easy

Dorset Recreation Trail, Croydonby Sean Mathews

1.55 km

You wouldn't know this impressive shared pathway circuit exists unless you are a local. A well maint

4.82 km 1:30 Easy

Warrien Reserve walk, Croydon Northby Sean Mathews

1.59 km

This leafy suburban flora Reserve is packed with native plants and a variety of spaces kids will lov

1.16 km 0:30 Easy

McAlpin Reserve Accessible Walk, Ringwood Northby Victoria Walks

3.27 km

Follow wide accessible paths around this lovely garden reserve with a small lake and large shady tre

1.01 km 0:30 Easy

Ringwood East loop, starting at the stationby Sean Mathews

3.36 km

Station to Station walks begin and end at a railway station. No car required. This one is a walk of

6.74 km 2:00 Intermediate

Wombolano Bushland Walk, Ringwood Eastby Sean Mathews

3.88 km

This lovely bushland reserve preserves species indigenous to the Ringwood, Croydon and Heathmont are

1.53 km 1:00 Easy

Ringwood Lakeby Anja

4.08 km

The park is open at all times and is suitable for all abilities. It's facilities include a playgr

1.30 km 0:16 Easy

Ringwood Lake Accessible Walkby Victoria Walks

4.35 km

This peaceful lake walk or roll is in a bushy park. It is nice place to get away from the busy subur

1.17 km 0:30 Easy

Bungalook Conservation Walk, Kilsyth Southby Sean Mathews

4.50 km

A very cute suburban come peri-urban conservation reserve that shows what the Dandenong Ranges' foot

3.72 km 0:56 Easy

Dandenong Creek Shared Trail Walk in Bayswaterby Healthy Together Knox

4.90 km

Starting at Marie Wallace Park in Bayswater follow the Dandenong Creek shared path.

4.00 km 1:00 Intermediate

Two Bridges Creek Walk, Heathmontby Jamie Graham

5.07 km

There is a footbridge at Armstrong Road and another at Marlbrough Road and 2.5km of easy walking bet

5.04 km 1:16 Easy

Ringwood Central Historic Walkby Stephen

5.15 km

A 4.5km loop walk back through time around the centre of Ringwood.

4.41 km 1:06 Intermediate

Two Creeks, Ringwood Station walkby Sean Mathews

5.34 km

A loop walk beginning and ending at Ringwood Railway Station. This walk connects the Mullum Mullum

10.22 km 3:00 Easy

100 Acres Nature Trailby Victoria Walks

5.77 km

A delightful walk along narrow bush tracks, beside waterways, ponds, across bridges and in the prese

2.43 km 0:45 Easy

Walk Cave Hill Quarry. Victoria Rd Primary School to Lilydale Stationby Inspiro Health Promotion

6.44 km

Take in the beautiful mountain views then walk from Victoria Rd PS to the Station in under 15 minute

0.99 km 0:15 Easy

Yarran Dheran Reserveby

6.75 km

While the map shows the Eastlink shared trail, there are numerous walking trails in this natural bus

1.27 km 0:19 Intermediate

Walk Waa. Poyner Reserve to Old Pound Reserve Loopby Inspiro Health Promotion

7.38 km

A beautiful bushland walk and local gem. Starting from Poyner Reserve, head north along Cave Hill

1.61 km 0:24 Easy

Walk Birrarung: Poyner Reserve to Lillydale Lakeby Inspiro Health Promotion

7.38 km

This leafy trail (5km return) takes you from Poyner Reserve and the beautiful Bour-deet sculpture to

2.37 km 0:36 Easy

Walk Bundjil. Poyner Reserve to Victoria Rd Loopby Inspiro Health Promotion

7.38 km

A quiet neighbourhood pocket. Walk Bundjil will take you via 3 different wayfinding signs aroun

2.57 km 0:39 Easy

Walk Wurundjeri Wandoon. Poyner Reserve to Warburton Rail Trail by Inspiro Health Promotion

7.38 km

Enjoy a stroll through Poyner Reserve and admire the newly installed Wurundjeri art sculpture Bour-d

0.74 km 0:11 Easy

Lillydale Lake Accessible Walkby Victoria Walks

7.42 km

Walk or roll paths by the shoreline beaches or the whole lake loop. There are pretty views to Mt Dan

2.70 km 1:00 Easy

Lillydale Lake and Hull Rd Wetlands Trail, Lilydale. Step and Connectby Inspiro Health Promotion

7.42 km

The Lillydale Lake and Hull Rd Wetlands trail is a glorious walk combining the popular Lake route an

5.58 km 1:24 Intermediate

Lillydale Lake, Lilydaleby swinywalker

7.45 km

Lillydale Lake is open at all times and has many facilities and activities to suit everyone, includi

2.63 km 0:39 Easy

Warrandyte State Park - Blue Tongue Bendby katemcneil

7.76 km

Enjoy a lovely shaded walk along the Yarra in this part of the lush and peaceful Warrandyte State Pa

3.46 km 0:51 Intermediate

Doongalla Homestead walkby Ray Peace

7.94 km

Starting from the local shopping centre this walk takes in heritage, beautiful views, some of the di

7.86 km 1:57 Intermediate

Halliday Parkby

7.94 km

This is a great place for a picnic or a BBQ. This easily accessible reserve is a wonderful destinati

1.06 km 0:15 Very Easy

wonguim wilam Accessible Walk, Warrandyteby Victoria Walks

8.21 km

Walk or roll beside the Yarra River through lovely Warrandyte bushland. Enjoy wonguim wilam. It has

1.16 km 0:30 Easy

Lewis Park Walkby Healthy Together Knox

8.60 km

Explore Lewis Park and Blind Creek Trail.

3.24 km 0:48 Easy

Tim Neville Arboretum Accessible Walk, Ferntree Gullyby Victoria Walks

8.91 km

This lovely garden has smooth, wide paths that take you to interesting places. You can see the war m

1.19 km 0:30 Very Easy

Olinda Falls, short loop walk, the Dandenongsby Victoria Walks

8.93 km

Take a short, shady walk, then head down some steps to the delightful little Olinda Falls in the lov

0.83 km 0:12 Easy

Tim Neville Arboretum to Blind Creek Trailby Healthy Together Knox

8.97 km

Enjoy a scenic walk from Tim Neville Arboretum, along Blind Creek Trail to Scoresby Road.

3.07 km 0:45 Easy

Bellbird Dellby

9.04 km

This reserve in Vermont has it all; open space, shared trails, feature ponds, picnic facilities and

3.63 km 0:54 Intermediate

Lakewood Reserveby HTVWalks

9.12 km

A little gem of a walk in amongst suburbia. For shoppers or local business employees, this is a grea

3.76 km 0:56 Easy

Mathias Track, dog-friendly walk, Olindaby Victoria Walks

9.16 km

Mathias Track is an easy, pleasant walk that passes by the National Rhododendron Gardens and RJ Ham

7.10 km 1:47 Easy

Mathias Track to Old Olinda Golf Course returnby Jane - Victoria Walks

9.17 km

Mathias track in beautiful Olinda is one of Victoria's most popular on-lead walks for dog owners and

4.66 km 1:10 Intermediate

Pound Bend Yarra Loop Walk, Warrandyteby Victoria Walks

9.58 km

This river loop sees the Yarra at its best. The Warrandyte Manna / Box Forest is lovely. The tracks

3.64 km 1:30 Easy

Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens walkby Victoria Walks

9.96 km

Formerly known as the National Rhododendron Gardens this is the place to lose yourself in year-round

1.90 km 0:28 Easy

Dandenong Ranges Circuit day hike, Olindaby Jane - Victoria Walks

10.23 km

This is a strenuous day walk around the summit of Mt Dandenong. It's best to take a GPS tracker with

13.98 km 3:29 Hard

Car Race Hill - The Templestowe Hill Climb Walkby andrewk

10.44 km

A gentle walk and a very steep climb up an old car-racing track - one the steepest paved road in Aus

2.69 km 0:40 Intermediate

The Tan Trackby Jane Barnes

10.60 km

A lovely historic walking track that is dog-friendly. Passing the Piggery Cafe, so fabulous for wal

2.02 km 0:30 Easy

Blackburn Lakeside Circuitby DS

11.02 km

This beautiful circuit takes in the various vistas of Blackburn Lake Sanctuary. A number of great sp

1.75 km 0:26 Easy

Forest Hill to Blackburn stationby happyfeet

11.02 km

This is a great walk to the train station from where I live. Very scenic and practical!

2.60 km 0:32 Easy

1000 Steps, Kokoda Memorial Walk, Upper Ferntree Gullyby Victoria Walks

11.04 km

Set in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges National Park, the 1000 Steps walk was created to honour 625 A

3.35 km 0:50 Intermediate

Upper Ferntree Gully heritageby Ray Peace

11.06 km

Upper Ferntree Gully is today a suburb, but many sites and buildings from the past are still presen

3.54 km 0:53 Intermediate

Upper Ferntree Gully - Quarry Reserve Loop - a Station to Station Walk.by Sean Mathews

11.09 km

Enjoy the hillside pleasures of the Dandenong Ranges right on the doorstep. Great views, forest capp

4.40 km 1:30 Easy

Healesville Freeway Reserve walk, Forest Hillby Jeremy Maxwell

11.14 km

A beautiful walk from Old Strathdon Orchard to Bellbird Dell Reserve following the Healesville Freew

1.94 km 0:29 Easy

Mount Millerby Ray Peace

11.22 km

A half fare to Mount Miller please- it was the dream of John Martin, of Ferntree Gully, to build a f

4.89 km 1:13 Intermediate

Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens walkby Sean Mathews

11.25 km

A picturesque lake and public garden walk of beautiful exotic and native foliage with flowering acr

2.96 km 1:30 Easy

Koolamara Water Reserve Walk Ferntree Gully by Healthy Together Knox

11.55 km

Enjoy a flat easy stroll along the walking track at Koolamara Water Reserve in Ferntree Gully.

1.65 km 0:24 Easy

Blackburn Creeklands walkby

11.88 km

A great walk along the Gardiners Creek in central Blackburn. Three parklands form a continuous green

2.85 km 0:42 Easy

A Clearing in the Forest - Waldau Village Historic Walkby andrewk

12.07 km

An easy walk that moves from Ruffey Lake Park to sites surrounding urban heritage. The focus is on t

4.13 km 1:02 Intermediate

Ruffey Creek walkby Sean Mathews

12.08 km

Walk this pleasantly surprising suburban loop for water, bush and a nice touch of local history. The

2.83 km 1:00 Easy

Pirianda Gardens, Olinda, Dandenong Rangesby Victoria Walks

12.13 km

One of the lesser-known but possibly most enjoyable and beautiful garden rambles in the Dandenong Ra

1.18 km 0:17 Intermediate

Sherbrooke Falls loop, Belgrave, Dandenongsby Victoria Walks

12.28 km

A beautiful circuit walk through the forest to the little bridge that crosses the petite - but still

2.75 km 0:41 Intermediate

Lyrebird Loop Nature Walkby Let's Walk

12.89 km

A moderate 5.6km walk through the Sherbrooke Forest. Be dwarfed by towering Mountain Ash trees in th

5.41 km 1:21 Intermediate

Margaret Lester Forest Walkby Victoria Walks

12.93 km

Set amongst the mighty Mountain Ash of Sherbrooke Forest, this sealed track was constructed in 1981.

0.54 km 0:20 Easy

Jells Park Walk, Wheelers Hillby ParkWalks

13.50 km

A very popular and gentle walk that includes beautiful open parkland, lakeside views, abundant birdl

4.16 km 1:02 Easy

Box Hill Gardensby

13.93 km

A large urban park with a wide range of facilities available.

1.01 km 0:15 Easy

Gawa Wurundjeri Resource Walk and cafe stopby John

13.99 km

Short self-guided walk amongst indigenous vegetation and Watsons Creek learning about how local Wuru

0.86 km 0:12 Easy

Westerfolds Park Accessible Walk, Templestoweby Victoria Walks

14.03 km

Choose the walking or rolling that suits you. There are flatter paths around the Ridge picnic area a

2.50 km 0:45 Easy

Belgrave Hub Walkby Inspiro Health Promotion

14.09 km

A quick loop around the back of the hub along the Rail Trail and back to Inspiro via the main street

0.88 km 0:13 Easy

Jells Park Lake Accessible Walk, Wheelers Hillby Victoria Walks

14.12 km

This big park is a great place to walk or roll. There are leafy picnic areas to enjoy, bushland area

2.21 km 0:45 Easy

Belgrave to Upper Ferntree Gully Rail Trail by Jenny

14.13 km

Belgrave to Upper Ferntree Gully Rail Trail - Following the route of the original Historical Narrow

5.59 km 1:23 Intermediate

Sherbrooke Falls loop walkby Alysha

14.16 km

This walk is public transport friendly! Starting at Belgrave train station, follow the steep road t

6.91 km 1:43 Intermediate

Sherbrooke loop walk from Belgrave stationby Stephen

14.27 km

A beautiful walk in Sherbrooke forest in the Dandenong Ranges. Most of the walk is through Mountain

7.40 km 2:32 Intermediate

Rowville Lakes Walkby Healthy Together Knox

14.29 km

An easy mostly flat walk around the beautiful Rowville Lakes.

1.91 km 0:28 Easy

Little Eltham Heritage Walkby Yarra Plenty Regional Library

14.64 km

Many historical and culturally significant sites are within easy reach of Main Road Eltham. Start yo

3.12 km 0:47 Easy

Eltham to Diamond Valley Railwayby Davo

14.70 km

This walk takes you from the Eltham Railway Station along the Diamond Creek to the Eltham Lower Park

3.80 km 0:47 Easy

Damper Creekby Malcolm Jennings

14.91 km

Loop walk from car park in Stephensons Road opposite Elton Street

2.73 km 0:40 Very Easy

Liberty Avenue Reserve Walkby Healthy Together Knox

15.02 km

Enjoy a walk from Wellington Village Shopping Centre through Liberty Avenue Reserve to Stud Rd.

1.63 km 0:24 Easy

Dargon's homesteadby Ray Peace

15.08 km

Dargon's homestead is one of the oldest surviving heritage sites in the foothills of the Dandenongs,

5.98 km 1:29 Intermediate

Edendale Farm Accessible Walk, Elthamby Victoria Walks

15.11 km

This is a walk or roll for lovers of farm animals. Visit sheep, goats, chickens and cattle. Get clos

0.92 km 0:30 Easy

Scotchmans Creek Trail from Waverley Rd to Valley Reserveby Yarra Walker

15.19 km

An easy walk along Scotchmans Creek in Glen & Mount Waverley, linking to other walks in Valley Reser

1.86 km 0:28 Very Easy

Wombat Bend and Finns Reserve, Yarra River (Templestowe) by Jane - Victoria Walks

15.20 km

There's something for everyone at this little bend in the Yarra River at Templestowe. Beautiful walk

1.99 km 0:29 Very Easy

Wombat Bend Accessible Walk, Templestoweby Victoria Walks

15.20 km

Pack some refreshments to enjoy at the accessible picnic and BBQ shelters. Take in nature as you wal

2.30 km 0:45 Easy

Gardiners Creek Trail, near Deakin Universityby

16.00 km

With tracks on both sides of the Gardiners Creek and several bridges, there are lots of options for

3.08 km 0:46 Easy

Kilcatten Park, Rowville Vic 3178by Ray Peace

16.36 km

This heritage walk takes in Rowville's past, both early and relatively modern. There are traces of

2.17 km 0:32 Easy

Faces of Greythorn walk, Balwyn Northby Greythorn Traders Association

16.43 km

Something old is made into something new. Something crafted gives you a clue. Take a journey along G

0.55 km 0:20 Very Easy

Scotchman's Creek - Fairway Reserveby Yarra Walker

16.75 km

A there and back walk along Scotchman's Creek Linear Reserve in Mount Waverley.

5.03 km 1:15 Easy

Connecting to Country walk in Maranoa Botanic Gardens by City of Boroondara

16.75 km

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Maranoa Botanic Gardens with a unique mindfulness walk. Gui

0.39 km 0:15 Easy

Kurrum Yallock (Plenty River) - Martins Lane to Yallambie Parklandsby Anne Paul

16.92 km

The walk follows the Plenty River Trail along the Plenty River, from Martin’s Lane in Viewbank to

2.50 km 0:38 Easy

Plenty River Trail - Yallambie to Montmorencyby WildMelbourne

16.98 km

A pleasant walk or run for all fitness levels caressing the meandering Plenty River. Birdsong, tric

4.88 km 1:13 Very Easy

Balwyn Loop - 48 Tram Terminusby justwalkit

17.14 km

A loop walk that includes a great variety of sights, sounds and environments! Something new to disc

4.82 km 1:12 Easy

Diamond Creek to Wattle Glen, Diamond Creek Trailby Victoria Walks

17.15 km

A public-transport friendly walk along a new section of the pretty Diamond Creek trail, from Diamond

3.88 km 1:00 Very Easy

Tirhatuan Park, Dandenongby ParkWalks

17.52 km

This large open space park is a treat for everyone! The paths are shared by walkers, joggers and cy

1.60 km 0:23 Easy

The Channel Track Accessible Walk, Lysterfieldby Victoria Walks

17.53 km

This delightful accessible track is for walking or rolling. It follows an old water channel through

2.68 km 1:00 Easy

The Channel Track birding walkby Victoria Walks

17.54 km

This lovely bushwalk is a great way to discover the diverse bird species of the wonderful Churchill

5.37 km 1:30 Easy

Churchill National Park history tourby Ray Peace

17.54 km

This is a heritage walk through the earliest national park in the Dandenong area, created in 1943. I

6.28 km 1:34 Intermediate

Lysterfield tramwayby Ray Peace

17.67 km

This heritage walk in part follows the course of the tramway used to construct Lysterfield reservoir

2.74 km 0:41 Intermediate

Heide Gardens & Sculpture Parkby Cee Cee

17.67 km

This gorgeous walk takes you through beautiful gardens, intriguing sculptures, and a serene trail al

1.42 km 0:21 Very Easy

Churchill National Park loop, Lysterfieldby Brendan Edwards

18.00 km

This walk is quite hilly and offers a really good workout with special views! The park is home to a

4.98 km 1:15 Hard

Warringal Parklandsby WildMelbourne

18.46 km

An easy walk through the Warringal Parklands along the Yarra River, with fantastic wildlife and ame

3.53 km 0:52 Easy

Greensborough Historical Society Plaques - Main St Greensboroughby Heritage Group

18.64 km

The Greensborough Historical Society placed plaques in Main St several years ago to locate sites imp

1.58 km 0:24 Easy

Scotchman's Creek Trail in Chadstoneby Yarra Walker

18.72 km

An easy walk along the lower reaches of Scotchman's Creek until it disappears beneath the Monash Fre

2.38 km 0:35 Very Easy

Lysterfield Lake Circuit Park Walkby Victoria Walks

18.97 km

There is captivating walking to be had on this alluring loop in the bush surrounding Lysterfield Lak

6.13 km 1:40 Easy

Lysterfield Parkby ParkWalks

19.02 km

An easy 7km walk around the whole lake! A wide, flat path with tall trees to prove shade and attract

7.09 km 1:46 Easy

Logan Park Track Accessible Walk, Lysterfield Parkby Victoria Walks

19.04 km

Lysterfield Park has beautiful forest that can be enjoyed while walking or rolling along Logan Park

2.86 km 1:00 Easy

Step10 Ashburton - Anniversary Trail base-level walkby Victoria Walks

19.07 km

A there-and-back walk beginning from Markham Reserve and exploring part of the Anniversary Trail. Th

3.75 km 0:56 Easy