Walks in Moorabool Shire Council

Get Active with this great range of walks west of Melbourne.

The Moorabool council area encompasses some well known day walking desitnations including Werribee Gorge and Lerderderg State Park.

Note: The top walks in this list are in the Moorabool Shire Council area, while remaining walks are from surrounding council areas.

Bostock reservoir and Ballan Mineral Springby Dottie

0.44 km

Walk from the Police Station in Ballan's main street to Ballan Mineral Spring and Bostock Reservoir

3.91 km 0:58 Easy

Lerderderg Track to Long Point track rockby Peter

12.98 km

Really peaceful great views along the way.

5.29 km 1:19 Hard

Centenary Track Werribee Gorgeby Victoria Walks

13.96 km

A shortish walk through dry scrubby bush, often with a beautiful array of wild flowers to the juncti

3.70 km 0:56 Hard

River Walk, Werribee Gorgeby dburtt

14.59 km

This is a great short walk through the impressive Werribee Gorge, along the river (3.5 km return). W

3.43 km 0:51 Easy

Lerderderg Gorgeby dburtt

17.56 km

A very pleasant short walk through the native forest next to the Lerderderg River, from McKenzie's F

3.53 km 0:53 Easy

Moorabool All Abilities Sculpture Walkby Victoria Walks

18.33 km

With excellent views to the surrounding countryside and an attractive looping path to the trees and

2.02 km 0:30 Easy

Wombat Creekby Ray Peace

23.86 km

This former timber tramway in open forest features a number of relics, including log landings and ti

3.51 km 0:52 Intermediate

Wombat Trail, Trenthamby WildMelbourne

24.96 km

A two-hour loop of Trentham that leads the walker through the forest and small reserves that surroun

7.39 km 1:50 Easy

Sailors Falls mineral springs short loop, Daylesfordby Jane - Victoria Walks

24.96 km

* CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO STORM DAMAGE AS AT NOV 2024 Take the fabulous stairway down to the creek

1.37 km 0:30 Intermediate

Trentham to Trentham Falls walkby Dottie

25.08 km

Walk from the small town of Trentham to the spectacular Trentham Falls (3km each way).

3.07 km 0:45 Intermediate

Domino Rail Trailby WildMelbourne

25.21 km

An easy flat walk along the old railway line between Lyonville and Trentham.

5.91 km 1:29 Easy

Anakie Gorge Walkby dburtt

29.00 km

Combine nature and history on this walk through the Anakie Gorge to the Lower Stony Creek Reservoir,

7.96 km 1:59 Intermediate

Lake Daylesford circuitby Dottie

29.12 km

Stroll around Lake Daylesford on the Peace Mile path. You'll enjoy abundant birdlife, wonderful scen

2.79 km 0:42 Easy

Twin Bridges to Tipperary Springs, Daylesfordby Victoria Walks

29.36 km

A lovely little walk following Dry Diggings Track along Sailors Creek to the Hepburn Shire's best mi

1.99 km 0:30 Intermediate

Woowookarung Dementia Friendly Forest & Sensory Accessible Walk, Ballaratby Victoria Walks

29.98 km

This peaceful looping track in Woowookarung Regional Park is designed and built for easy and calming

1.21 km 0:30 Easy

Ballarat Eureka Stockade history walkby MADE

30.09 km

A walk outlining important historical sites connected to the Eureka Stockade story, starting at the

4.49 km 1:07 Intermediate

Lake Esmond Walk, Ballaratby Victoria Walks

31.03 km

It is fantastic that an abandoned and relatively small quarry site can be turned into such a perfect

1.22 km 0:30 Easy

A taste of Ballarat's Heritageby nicwiz

32.38 km

A short walk to discover Ballarat’s beautiful heritage and arts precinct . Wandering off route and s

2.37 km 0:35 Easy

The long walk from Ballarat Station to Ballarat Art Galleryby brad2jan

32.46 km

Rather than head straight from the train station to Ballarat's renowned art gallery, wander pass som

3.40 km 0:43 Easy

The Lydiard Street North Heritage Trailby Soldiers Hill

32.47 km

The Lydiard St North Heritage Trail explore the urban heritage of this area that sits over the many

1.03 km 0:15 Easy

Ballarat Public Art Walk - War History (Sturt St)by City of Ballarat

32.52 km

A walk that follows the route of Public Art in the Sturt Street gardens with a focus on War History.

0.76 km 0:11 Easy

Bryce's Flat to Breakneck Gorgeby WildMelbourne

32.53 km

A 4km walk along a scenic gully in Hepburn Regional Park, which can easily be turned into a return t

4.00 km 1:00 Intermediate

The Civic Hall historical walkby BarbaraC

32.71 km

The first part of the walk is a circuit of the immediate block of the Civic Hall site. The second

2.99 km 0:44 Intermediate

Ballarat Public Art Walk - Contemporary Artby City of Ballarat

32.94 km

This walk will take you through central Ballarat and highlight the Contemporary Public Art works whi

1.78 km 0:27 Easy

St Georges Lake Loop walk, Creswickby Victoria Walks

33.41 km

This is a lovely walk on a warm day as it has good shade coverage for much of the route as the trail

1.71 km 0:30 Easy

Melton Botanic Garden walkby dburtt

33.41 km

This walk explores the extensive array of dry climate plants and flowers in the Melton Botanic Garde

2.39 km 0:35 Very Easy

Creswick Creek loop walkby Dottie

34.90 km

This is a beautiful country walk beginning from the Creswick Museum in the town centre. It traces Cr

3.57 km 1:00 Easy

Victorian School of Forestry and arboretum walkby DBHOB

35.01 km

A stroll past the historic buildings and through the magnificent arboretum of the Victorian School o

2.35 km 0:35 Easy

Victoria Park Accessible Walk, Ballaratby Victoria Walks

35.58 km

Walk or roll one of Ballarat's biggest and most significant parks. There is much to see and do. The

6.61 km 2:00 Easy

Ballarat Public Art Walk - Lake Wendoureeby City of Ballarat

35.71 km

The City of Ballarat has the largest collection of outdoor artworks in regional Australia. We have h

3.49 km 0:52 Easy

Lake Wendouree Accessible Walk, Ballaratby Victoria Walks

35.74 km

Ballarat's Lake Wendouree provides a splendid, flexible and accessible walking or rolling experienc

6.08 km 2:00 Easy

Ballarat Public Art Walk - War History (Remembrance Drive)by City of Ballarat

35.74 km

A continuation of the Ballarat War History Walk, this walk includes a stop at the National Ex-POW Me

1.13 km 0:17 Easy

Ballarat Botanical Gardens Accessible Walkby Victoria Walks

35.75 km

Accessible, flat and beautiful, Ballarat Botanical Gardens are such a joy. There are manicured beds,

1.33 km 0:30 Very Easy

Macedon Autumn leaves walk, Honour Avenueby Victoria Walks

36.88 km

This 500-metre avenue of Pin Oaks is an annual drawcard for tourists in the Autumn months. There are

1.11 km 0:16 Easy

Mount Macedon hikeby dburtt

37.82 km

This walk gives you good exercise, with a steep climb to start, but also shows you some of the main

7.68 km 2:30 Intermediate

Mount Macedon memorial cross and forest loopby dburtt

38.79 km

A (not too hilly) mountain walk with a great mixture of native forest, formal gardens, expansive vie

3.30 km 0:49 Intermediate

Cobbledick's Ford Streamside Reserveby Robert Jackson

39.55 km

Very Picturesque spot on the Werribee River near Mt Cotterall.

0.59 km 0:08 Easy

Conglomerate Gully nature reserveby dburtt

40.55 km

A one hour hill country loop walk through native forest along an ephemeral stream.

2.84 km 1:00 Intermediate

Sanatorium Lake and Days Picnic Ground, Mount Macedonby dburtt

41.74 km

A beautiful walk through tall mountain rainforest, with two picnic grounds and a small lake

3.34 km 1:00 Easy

Best of Kyneton walkby dburtt

42.99 km

Botanic gardens, historic buildings, rural escape, a riverside stroll, great cafes, interesting shop

5.34 km 1:30 Easy

The Long Way to the Post Officeby mcasey

43.08 km

A very scenic route along the Campaspe River, Botanical Gardens, passing historic features, a coffee

2.90 km 0:36 Easy

You Yangs Big Rock Walkby Danielle_MBSH

43.16 km

This is a perfect family walk because it is short, varied, the track is suitable for a pram and natu

1.42 km 0:25 Very Easy

Flinders Peak (Wurdi Youang) walk, You Yangsby dburtt

43.35 km

This walk takes you to the top of the You Yangs, rising from the plains between Melbourne and Geelon

2.85 km 1:00 Intermediate

Kyneton Oxygen Walkby imwalker

43.39 km

Scenic and steep in places but that's helps you appreciate the fresh air. That's why I've called it

3.20 km 0:40 Hard

You Yangs East-West Walkby dburtt

43.39 km

*CLOSED* A very rewarding two-hour walk around Flinders Peak in the You Yangs, with great views in a

4.12 km 2:00 Intermediate

Family walk about Kynetonby URBLR

43.59 km

A fun family walk around Kyneton

3.70 km 0:46 Intermediate

Campaspe River Accessible Walk, Kynetonby Victoria Walks

43.85 km

Walk or roll the tree lined banks of the Campaspe River with views across to pretty farmland. It is

3.24 km 1:00 Easy

Hanging Rock summit walkby dburtt

43.97 km

Explore the famous Hanging Rock on this short but invigorating walk to the summit and reward yoursel

1.57 km 0:45 Intermediate

Hanging Rock Summit Walkby Dottie

43.97 km

Walk from the Hanging Rock Discovery Centre to the Summit of Hanging Rock

1.43 km 0:21 Intermediate

Hanging Rock explorerby dburtt

43.98 km

Escape the crowds and explore the forest and parklands around Hanging Rock, including the racecourse

3.33 km 0:50 Easy

Sunbury Loop via Rupertswood & Clarke Ovalby Paul34293008

44.30 km

Walk from Sunbury's village green fountain, through the birthplace of the Ashes, Clarke Oval and ce

4.52 km 1:07 Easy

Sunbury Loop via Village Green, Barkly, Macedon, Horne & Brook Streetsby Paul34293008

44.30 km

Walk from Sunbury's village green fountain, through the village green, via Macedon Street and Centra

2.42 km 0:36 Very Easy

Emu Bottom parks walkby dburtt

44.99 km

Get a taste of the country lifestyle on this walk that takes in three different parks

5.09 km 1:16 Intermediate

The Nook, Jacksons Creek, Sunburyby Melbourne Waterway Walks

45.04 km

There's something magical about the Nook! From the scenic waterhole, walk the bends of Jacksons Cre

1.46 km 0:22 Easy

The Rushes, Ruins and Two Parks Walkby Tarneit Walks

46.03 km

A delightful walk that takes in the best of the western side of Tarneit. Discover a little history,

2.40 km 0:36 Easy

Penrose Community Centre to Rippleside Wetlands returnby Tarneit Walks

47.29 km

A very pleasant and scenic walk that takes you to nearby wetlands. Enjoy the tranquility and watch t

3.86 km 0:57 Easy

Hummingbird & Wetlands walkby Tarneit Walks

47.33 km

An easy walk that passes 2 wetlands that are a joy to visit. The walk is flat and there are many poi

5.27 km 1:19 Easy

Serendip Sanctuary Accessible Walk, Laraby Victoria Walks

47.65 km

The woodlands and wetlands visited on this interesting and accessible looping walk are home to kanga

2.23 km 1:00 Easy

Organ Pipes National Parkby Melbourne Waterway Walks

47.84 km

Spectacular volcanic rock formations make this a fascinating walk along Jacksons Creek. The small na

3.16 km 1:35 Easy

Lollypop Creek Trail, Wyndham Valeby Melbourne Waterway Walks

47.93 km

This fantastic 4.4 km loop along the Lollypop Creek Trail is a hidden gem in Melbourne's west. Foll

4.39 km 1:06 Easy

Riverbend Park to Davis Creek, Tarneitby Melbourne Waterway Walks

48.15 km

Follow the bends of the beautiful Werribee River, past ancient redgums to Davis Creek confluence and

2.95 km 0:44 Easy

Tarneit Library to Skeleton Creek and Edgevale Way Wetland Circuitby Tarneit Walks

48.60 km

This gorgeous walk along Skeleton Creek and Tarneit Creek wetlands will make you feel like you've vi

5.40 km 1:20 Easy

'Respect Is' Walk - Tarneit by Wyndham City

48.63 km

Participate in a self-guided walk in Tarneit, running alongside Skeleton Creek, in support of "Walk

2.32 km 0:35 Easy

Grange Reserve & Virgilia Drive loop walkby Tarneit Walks

48.86 km

An easy walk feature some lovely gardens and local playgrounds.

3.86 km 0:57 Easy

Cambridge Sports Reserve Scenic Loop Walkby Tarneit Walks

48.94 km

An easy walk that showcases several gorgeous gardens. There are several fabulous front yards to admi

3.04 km 0:45 Easy

Kevin Hoffman Walk, Laraby dburtt

49.01 km

A short but attractive loop exploring the botanic gardens of the Kevin Hoffman Walk and the adjoinin

1.94 km 0:29 Easy

Lara Lake Walkby Victoria Walks

49.22 km

Lara Lake is a great local surprise package. Until you step into the park you don't realise how exte

2.54 km 0:45 Easy

Isabella Williams Reserveby Robert Jackson

49.54 km

Grassland reserve and playground with BBQs & public toilets on Kororoit Creek

3.34 km 0:50 Easy

Watergardens and Taylor's Lakesby Yarra Walker

49.81 km

Linking in to the Taylors Creek Walk (see website link), this follows the Lakes Reserve and then fin

5.23 km 1:18 Easy