Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (Dandenong Ranges National Park)

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Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (Dandenong Ranges National Park)

Affectionately known as the 1000 Steps, people come from across Melbourne to test their fitness against the Kokoda Track Memorial Walk. Look out for the bronze plaques that pay tribute to those who died on the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea during the Second World War.

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Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (Dandenong Ranges National Park)

Facilities

Playscape

Need to know

Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (Dandenong Ranges National 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 not allowed

Restrictions

No bicycles
No dogs, cats, pets allowed
No horses
Restricted opening hours
No camping
Management vehicle only
No fires permitted

Warnings

Other warnings
Limbs may fall take care

Trees may fall take care
Terrain hazards
Slippery surface

Steep track

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.

Eagles Nest Road CLOSED - FIRE PREPAREDNESS WORKS

Selected trees and vegetation will be removed along Eagles Nest Road. This work is maintaining firefighter and emergency vehicle access and safety in the event of a fire or other emergency. Environmental and cultural heritage assessments have been undertaken to ensure important areas are protected.

Eagles Nest Road will be closed to public access from the 10th to the 14th May 2021. You may access the Eagles Nest Picnic area on foot via Georges Track or Hermans Tk.

Olinda Falls Toilets Closed

The public toilets at Olinda Falls are closed at least until the end of 2021, due to a major plumbing issue, Parks Victoria is working to resolve the matter as soon as possible. We acknowledge that the toilets have already been closed for a lengthy period, however due to planning and operational constraints the toilet works have been significantly delayed. Other public toilets nearby are at Kalorama Park or the Olinda Township.