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Morwell National Park Morwell National Park Billys Creek Area The Billys Creek area was added to Morwell National Park between 1989 and 1991 to provide a wider range of recreational opportunities and a greater sample of the StateÕs natural environments than were previously available in the Fosters Gully area. (See separate Morwell National Park notes). About the area Lodge Track – 2 km It is an area of great natural beauty with high From Billys Creek Weir to Morans Road. scenic values and relics of past land uses. Areas This track climbs steeply up a ridge through a of remnant Strzelecki Ranges vegetation can be variety of forest types containing Blue Gum, seen, along with previously degraded areas which Mountain Grey Gum, Messmate and Apple Box have been rehabilitated; over 25,000 trees have (But But). A strenuous walk, but the views from been planted on the creek flats between Junction the higher areas of the Park make it worthwhile. Road and the Billys Creek weir. Recreational activities include picnicking, bird watching, nature Clematis Track – 1.2 km study and bushwalking. From Billys Creek to Lodge Track. In the future a carpark and picnic facilities will be developed beside Billys Creek and the public will Climbing through a damper forest type which have access from Braniffs Road. contains Blackwoods and Musk-daisy Bush, this track joins Lodge Track half way up on its climb This brochure outlines some of the walking tracks to Morans Road but is not quite as steep. Clematis in the area ranging from steep tracks venturing and Wonga Vine can be seen flowering profusely into the more remote, but highly scenic parts of all along this track in early spring. the park, to gentle strolls more suitable for young and old alike. Blue Gum Hill Track – 3 km From Billys Creek Weir to Blue Gum Hill and Walks descriptions return. Billys Creek Track – 1.5 km Blue Gum Hill Track starts a short distance along Lodge Track, then follows a small creek for 500m Parks Victoria Ranger From Junction Road Carpark to proposed before beginning the climb up Blue Gum Hill. Billys Creek Carpark. On the way to the top, the track passes through A pleasant walk along the creek flats beside Billys disturbed areas, which were once cleared for Victoria has all the outdoors Creek passing through areas which have been grazing, as well as some fine stands of Blue Gums. you could wish for mountains, revegetated over the past ten years. Some forests, beaches and bushland, excellent remnant vegetation can also be seen After climbing for 1.2 km, the summit is reached all preserved in our parks. along the creek banks, including Manna Gum, and, although there is no formal lookout, the views Our natural landscapes have Blue Gum, Swamp Gum and the vulnerable Strzelecki Gum. from this area are spectacular. Looking out over been here longer than anyone Billys Creek and the surrounding steep hills, the knows, and together we can Weir Track – 800 m Latrobe Valley can be seen in the distance. make sure theyre here forever. From proposed Billys Creek Carpark to Billys Return via the same route, or take the track to the Creek Weir. West, which follows a steep spur down to Billys Creek and back to the weir. Care must be taken The track crosses several footbridges over the as this track is extremely steep. creek and passes through some superb stands For more information of Manna Gum before arriving at the old weir. Zig Zag Track – 1.2 km call the Parks Victoria The weir was built in 1914 and once supplied From Weir Track to Jumbuk Road. Information Centre water to Morwell via a wooden pipeline. An easy on 13 1963 or walk, suitable for the whole family. An alternative route into the weir area from Jumbuk visit our website at Road. www.parkweb.vic.gov.au For further information to Churchill contact Parks Victoria Information Line Moe Ph: 13 1963 Trafalgar Traralgon CES IN or visit the website R HI P GH W Morwell A www.parkweb.vic.gov.au Y D A B Parks Victoria O RA Thorpdale Traralgon Office R ALA R Yinnar Churchill N KO OA Hotham Street, Traralgon D I F ph (03) 5172 2111 F Boolarra N S Mirboo O I North Morwell T South Gippsland Visitor B R National C I L O N L Park Information Centre, Y A U S D Cnr South Gippsland Hwy & J Silkstone Road, Korumburra TE ph (03) 5655 2233 BB TE RR AC Latrobe Visitor Information E CR Centre E E Princes Hwy, Traralgon K ph (03) 5174 3199 T R to Yinnar A C Proposed picnic area & carpark Caring for the K environment T R Please help us care for our IS T A A C W E M T parks and reserves by C L K RA E CK I remembering these R guidelines: E G D All native plants, animals L O J and historic relics in the Park U CK M T are protected. A R B U R K T A RO C AD G K Please keep to designated A Z walking tracks to avoid G I BL Z UE GUM becoming lost. H IL L T Bins are not provided within R A C the Park, Please take your K ek r e rubbish home. C s Camping is not permitted in y l l the Park. i B Cats and dogs are not permitted within the park. Fires may only be lit in the fireplaces provided. No fires to be lit on days of total fire ban (Eastern District). to Grand Ridge Road Billys Creek, Morwell National Park Morwell National Park Minor road N Walking track Proposed Recreational Facilities 0 250 500 Carpark MELBOURNE METRES Picnic area Cartography by Charles Walsh Nature Tourism Services 01/04 May 2001.
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