Baldry's Circuit Walking Trail (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

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Baldry's Circuit Walking Trail (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

Baldry’s Circuit Walk is located within the Mornington Peninsula National Park, near the township of Main Ridge. The walking trail consists of a short circuit (1.6 km) and a longer circuit (3.6km), that meanders through Damp Sands Herb-rich Woodland and Lowland Forest within Greens Bush.

Baldrys Short Circuit, 1.6km

A short but rewarding walk that takes you through eucalypt forest. Peppermint, Messmate and Manna Gum are the dominant overstorey species. Depart from Baldry Crossing (Melway map 254 G6).

Baldrys Long Circuit, 3.6 km

This track weaves further into the forest. There are several creek crossings, and the green, moist fern gullies are a welcome contrast to the drier forest. Depart from Baldry Crossing (Melway map 254 G6).

Keep your eyes peeled for mobs of kangaroos and listen out for the abundant bird calls you will hear on the walk. Snakes also call this area home, so please stay on the existing paths to avoid any unnecessary encounters.

Before you visit check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at www.emergency.vic.gov.au, on the VicEmergency smartphone app or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226.

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Baldry's Circuit Walking Trail (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

Need to know

Baldry's Circuit Walking Trail (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No fires permitted
  • No horses
  • No dogs allowed
  • No camping
  • No bicycles
  • No firearms allowed
  • No drones without a permit
  • No motorbikes/trailbikes

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery surface
    • Uneven ground
  • Other warnings
    • Trees may fall take care
  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

Fox Control Underway

Parks Victoria are undertaking fox control in Mornington Peninsula National Park from Portsea Ocean Beach to Greens Bush to relieve predation of vulnerable and threatened native fauna. 

Programs involve the use of cage and soft jaw leg hold traps, Canid Pest Ejectors with para-aminopropiophenone (PAPP) poison and buried PAPP poison, to bait foxes in strategic locations. Short track sections may be closed to isolate works (secondary tracks only). 

Fox trapping and baiting will occur until June 2025.

Dogs are prohibited from entering Mornington Peninsula National Park. If pets are suspected of having consumed a PAPP bait during the baiting period, a vet should be consulted immediately. An antidote to PAPP (methylene blue) is available and stocked by most vets on the Mornington Peninsula.

Gunnamatta Ocean Beach Staircase from Main Carpark to Beach Closed Until Further Notice

Due to significant storm swell the staircase to the beach from the main carpark at Gunnamatta Ocean Beach is closed until further notice as it is unsafe.  The footings on part of the structure are no longer connected to the ground and there is a 2+ meter drop from both stairs.  A sand cliff edge has also formed.  We apologise for any inconvenience. 

London Bridge Toilet Closure

The London Bridge toilet facility is temporarily out of service. The nearest public toilets are located at Portsea Ocean Beach area or Portsea Pier.

Mushroom Reef Toilet Closure Flinders Ocean Beach

The toilet at Flinders Ocean Beach, Mushroom Reef is permanently closed.  The nearest alternative public toilets are Flinders town centre public toilets.

Landslip affecting beach west of Mushroom Reef, Flinders Ocean Beach

There is a landslip affecting the beach west of Mushroom Reef, Flinders Ocean Beach (within Mornington Peninsula NP).  Please do not approach the slip.

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