DANDENONG RANGES TRAIL
Melbourne’s long distance walking track

A 72km walk through the Dandenong Ranges from Gembrook to Lilydale.

 

The Dandenong Ranges Trail is a multiday walk that takes in all the beauty, history, nature, food, and art of this incredible region, right on the doorstep of Melbourne.

Please note:

Sections of the Trail remain closed due to the storm in June 2021.

Closures are noted in each trail section. As this is an ever changing situation if you have any updates about trail conditions please do let us know.

The Dandenong Ranges Trail

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  • 7 sections

  • 72.5km

  • 2143m total elevation gain

  • takes 4-7 days to complete or can be done as series of day walks

  • created by local resident Jason Williams

 

“A desirable and attractive place, replete with birds flying, kangaroos jumping and lyrebirds singing.”

— A.S. Kenyon

Watch what it is like to experience the Dandenong Ranges Trail.

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Trail Sections

Read in detail about each section including trail notes. transport and accommodation.

Read in detail about each section including trail notes. transport and accommodation.

Itineraries

Sample itineraries to help you plan your time on the trail as well as a selection of day walks.

Sample itineraries to help you plan your time on the trail as well as a selection of day walks.