Flinders Peak Walk (You Yangs Regional Park)

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Flinders Peak Walk (You Yangs Regional Park)

Admire the views of Flinders Peak after your challenging climb in the footsteps of the Yaawangi, a Wada Wurrung clan identifying with the You Yangs. Explorer Matthew Flinders also stood on this rock to survey the bay in 1802. The views include panoramas over Geelong and Melbourne.

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Flinders Peak Walk (You Yangs Regional Park)

Flinders Peak Walk (You Yangs Regional Park)

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Flinders Peak Walk (You Yangs Regional Park)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

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. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

  • No bicycles

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Steep track
    • Uneven ground
  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care

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.

Turntable Drive Closure (Impacting access to the park)

See below for relevant impacts:
19/11/2025 - 20/11/2025 - Turntable Drive will be closed from the front gate on Branch Rd. No vehicle access will be available via Turntable Drive. 
*Note this restricts vehicle access to the park.

21/11/2025 - Turntable Drive access will be modified. Vehicle access to Turntable Carpark will not be available during this time.
Alternative parking is available at Lower Picnic Ground. Pedestrian access to Turntable carpark is available via Lower Link walking track.

24/11/2025 - Turntable Drive will be closed from the Branch Rd front gate. No vehicle access will be available via Turntable Drive. 
*Note this restricts vehicle access to the park.

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