From a 75m waterfall to lush gum forests, this loop offers plenty for anyone looking for great views and nature spotting.
The Best Hikes Within One Hour of Melbourne
You don't have to drive far from the centre of Melbourne to discover some awe inspiring hikes.
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Description
From massive waterfalls to thick gum forests, the National Parks around Melbourne offer walkers and hikers the opportunity to get away from it all. Boasting an abundance of national parks - all unique in what they have to offer - hikers can head in any direction they choose in the way of adventure.
We've highlighted some of the better known hikes in this guidebook, but rest assured: they can all be start points for different (and often bigger) adventures for those looking for something more.
Adventures
A great day hike that offer some stunning waterfall views and the chance to enjoy the local flora and fauna.
A long, winding walk around the best of the beautiful Macedon Ranges National Park.
A short hike to one of Melbourne's more (in)famous hiking spots: Hanging Rock.
An easy up-and-down to the top of the You Yangs National Park, promising spectacular 360 degree views of the surrounding area.
A loop around the peak of one of Victoria's more unique mountains: Flinders Peak.
A stand-out walk in the Melbourne area, the Lerderberg Gorge Circuit from O'Briens Crossing is a challenging, but rewarding, hike.
A short drive from Melbourne, the Lerderberg Gorge Circuit is a popular hiking trail that feels a world away from the city.
A short drive from Melbourne, this hidden gem is home to an abundance of native wildlife and offers spectacular views from almost every vantage point.