Dandenong Ranges National Park North Visitor Guide

The north of Dandenong Ranges National Park covers Doongalla and Olinda sections. The Doongalla precinct spans the north-western corner and is a popular area for walks and picnics. Here you will find the historic site of the former Doongalla Homestead which was established in the 1890s. The area between Olinda, Kalorama and Silvan Reservoir, once formed part of the Olinda State Forest Reserve. One of the newer sections of the national park, Olinda boasts relatively undisturbed native habitat.

Opening hours Eagle Nest Walk – 3.0km, 1hr circuit Dandenong Ranges National Park is open every day, including weekends and public holidays. This easy to moderate walk mostly follows wide gentle tracks. The Eagle Nest and Valley picnic grounds close at 6.00pm during Starting at Valley Picnic Ground, proceed on Boundary Track that Daylight Saving and at 4.00pm at other times of the year. The slopes downhill. Turn right on to Eagle Nest Road which will take Doongalla Homestead Site and Stables picnic ground opens at you to Eagle Nest Picnic Ground. Cross the wooden bridge and 9.00am each day. It closes at 6.00pm during Daylight Saving and at follow Hermons Track to Georges Track. Turn left for a short walk 4.00pm at other times of the year. and follow Georges Track via Boundary Track back to Valley Picnic Ground. Getting there The National Park is located about 40km east of Melbourne. From Valley Walk – 6.5km, 3.5hrs circuit the city take the Eastern Fwy (M3) and exit onto Boronia Rd. Continue as Boronia Rd merges into Forest Rd, then turn right into This longer walk is steep and rocky in sections. Suitable only for Basin Olinda Rd and follow it all the way to Olinda. To get to prepared and experienced walkers. Doongalla, turn left from Basin Olinda Rd into Sheffield Rd and right Proceed as for Eagle Nest Walk but after following Hermons Track to again into Doongalla Rd. Georges Track, turn right and follow Georges Track to Barges Road. Turn left and follow Barges Road to Predator Track. Continue to turn Alternatively, for a scenic toute, enter the park at Ferntree Gully and take the windy Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd to the top. left, proceeding to Mathias Road, left into Yallambee Way and left to return back to Valley Picnic Ground. Things to see and do Stables Track Loop – 1.9km, 45 minutes circuit Walking There are several walking tracks within this precinct that cater for a From the Stables parking area, walk across the picnic ground to find range of abilities. Most start from the picnic areas, allowing you to the beginning of Stables Track. Follow this track until you get to a T explore the different areas of the park. Don’t forget to keep an eye intercection, then turn right. There is a short steep climb uphill on out for the many birds and animals that call the park their home. this track until it joins Camelia Track. Turn right and continue along Camelia track until it reaches the unsealed Doongalla Forest Rd Olinda Falls – 1.2km, 30 minutes circuit where you then walk back down to the car park and picnic area.

Starting at the Olinda Falls Picnic Ground follow the Falls Track. After Channel 10 Track/ Camelia Loop – 3.6km, 1.5 hour 300m, you will come to the top viewing platform across Olinda circuit Creek as the steady flow of water cascades over the rocks. A further This longer, more challenging walk takes you to areas abundant with 140 metres leads to the lower viewing platform and a small bridge wildlife, so don’t forget to look around you. over the creek. Channel 10 Track starts at the top of the Doongalla Homestead car Retrace your steps to the top platform and take Mechanics Track. park. Turn left into Rankin track, then Camellia Track that connects This walking track meanders through lush thick forest before coming with Doongalla Forest Rd, turn right to return to the top car park. out on an unsealed road. Turn right to make your way back to the For spectacular views of Melbourne and, on clear days, as far as Port car park and the picnic area. Philip Bay and the You Yangs, detour via Zig Zag Track to Burkes Lookout.

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R D Doongalla Homestead Site and picnicking Flora and fauna The Doongala Homestead was established in the 1890s but The forest here is dominated by majestic tall trees, such as destroyed by a bushfire in 1932. The remnant gardens and open Mountain Ash, Manna Gum, Mountain Grey Gum and Messmate. lawn areas make this a great location for a family picnic. The mid-canopy features Soft and Rough Tree Ferns, which provide Approximately 700m away is the more shaded Stables area which protection for delicate fern species within the ground cover, such as also has picnic facilities. the Common Maidenhair, Common Rasp Fern and King Fern. Both locations have picnic tables, wood barbecues, car parking and Keep an eye out for the local wildlife as you walk. You might spot an toilets. echidna or a wallaby. Many native birds also frequent the area. There are also three lovely picnic areas in the Olinda section. Valley Laughing Kookaburras, Crimson and Eastern Rosellas, King Parrots Picnic Ground to the south, Eagle Nest Picnic Ground to the east and and Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoos are all common. If you are lucky Olinda Falls Picnic Ground to the west, which is the ideal location to you may catch a glimpse of Superb Lyrebird darting through the start your walk to the nearby Olinda Falls. All have picnic tables and dense understorey. wood barbecues. Olinda Falls Picnic Ground has toilet facilities. Be prepared and stay safe Bike riding The Dandenong Ranges National Park is closed when there is a Bike riders are welcome to explore the network of cycling tracks SEVERE Fire Danger Rating at local Ferny Creek or Coldstream that wind through the park, including roads, vehicular tracks and weather stations or if there are strong winds. ‘Management Vehicle Only’ (MVO) tracks, unless they have been closed to bicycles. Dandenong Ranges National Park is in the Central fire district. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering parks Tracks closed to cyclists display a ‘No Bikes’ symbol. Any track may and forests during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of be closed to cycling at short notice, particularly if the track forecast weather conditions. Check the Fire Danger Rating and for conditions become very muddy, eroded or dangerous. days of Total Fire Ban at www.cfa.vic.gov.au or call the There are over 10km of dedicated mountain bike trails off Pipleline VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226. No fires may be lit on Total track, north of Silvan reservoir park. These cross country trails have Fire Ban days. On Code Red Fire Danger Rating days this park will be been established to specifically cater for mountain biking. Trails are closed for public safety. Closure signs will be erected but do not subject to seasonal closures. expect an official warning. Check the latest conditions at www.parks.vic.gov.au or by calling 13 1963. For emergency Horse riding assistance call Triple Zero (000). If there is a green emergency Horse riding is popular in the park and there are a number of tracks marker sign near you, read the information on the marker to the where horses are permitted. Silvan Road, Board Track and Mathias operator. Road, near Silvan Reservoir, are all suitable for horse riding.