Those seeking a peaceful walk deep into the forest, will enjoy the eco-trail to Sanatorium Lake. Beginning at Day’s Picnic Area, crossing over Lion’s Head Road and follow the signs along the flat, gentle trail to the lake. The trail is 2.6km and should take roughly 1 hour to complete.
while keeping an ear out for the many kookaburras, rosellas, and robins who live here. The lake is surrounded by tall Eucalypts, Silver Wattle and Blackwood and is home to many kookaburras, rosellas and robins. Sanatorium Lake makes for a great spot to pause and recharge.
Things to do
Days Picnic Area
Camels Hump
Lalgambuk Camping Area
How to get there
Sanatorium Lake
Located within Macedon Regional Park, The Sanatorium Lake Eco-Trail begins at Day’s Picnic Ground, located on Lion’s Head Road. Day’s Picnic ground is a 1 hour drive from Melbourne. Limited parking is also available at The Sanatorium Lake. Please ensure you do not park down the sides of the road for the health and safety of the environment and other visitors.
When you're there
Download the Macedon Regional Park Visitor Guide for more information about the park and a map.
Need to know
Sanatorium Lake
Accessibility
Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.
Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Macedon Regional Park
Cameron Drive short term closure for the Mount Macedon Anzac Day Dawn Service
Cameron Drive short term closure for the Mount Macedon Anzac Day Dawn ServiceCameron Drive will be closed to all public vehicles including bicycles, from 2.30 am to 8.30 am on Saturday 25 April 2026.For your safety, access to the Dawn Service is via bus only.If you wish to attend the Mount Macedon Anzac Day Dawn Service, you must book a seat on one of the free bus services that will operate from townships across the Macedon Ranges and Sunbury. Bookings are required for these services.Alternatively, a continuous shuttle bus service will operate from Tony Clarke Reserve - Waterfalls Road, Macedon from 4:15 am. Bookings are not required for this shuttle service.For further information about the Anzac service, including bus bookings, please contact the Mount Macedon Anzac Day Service Committee, please see: https://www.mtmacedondawnservice.org/