Macedon Ranges Walk (Macedon Regional Park)

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Macedon Ranges Walk (Macedon Regional Park)

Macedon Ranges Walk is a popular trail that offers many opportunities to explore the park via a series of tracks. The walk is a combination of 18.8 km of walking and multi-use horse riding, cycling and vehicle (seasonal access) tracks.

Most sections of the trail are Grade 3 level moderate to difficult walking due to the steep mountain slopes.

Trail users can enjoy shorter sections or as a complete loop, passing a variety of vegetation types and attractions including the Mount Macedon Memorial Cross, the Camels Hump and Sanatorium Lake Eco-trail . The trail also passes through a number of picnic grounds, some with toilet facilities.

Macedon Ranges Walk provides access to Camels Hump, a popular spot with climbers. Please note that rock climbing is permitted only at Camels Hump in the area bounded by Cameron Drive, Camels Hump Trailhead, Macedon Ranges Walk and Mount Macedon Road. The site must be accessed from existing walking tracks and should only be undertaken by experienced climbers or under the guidance of skilled and qualified instructors.

Visitor tips: Check the weather forecast before exploring the park as Mount Macedon is usually cooler than surrounding areas and conditions can change quickly. Please bring adequate drinking water with you. Consider loading Avenza maps on your smart phone or tablet. Hiking poles may be useful for steeper ascents and descents.

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Macedon Ranges Walk (Macedon Regional Park)

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Macedon Ranges Walk (Macedon Regional Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

  • No fishing
  • No drones without a permit
  • No camping
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

  • Other warnings
    • Pedestrians
    • Limbs may fall take care
    • Trees may fall take care
    • Vehicles
  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery rocks
    • Slippery surface
    • Steep track
    • Steep descent
    • Uneven ground
  • Animals and pests
    • Beware European wasps
    • Snakes
    • Horses
    • Beware feral bees
  • Water hazards
    • Deep water
    • Shallow water

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.

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 Service
 
Cameron 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/

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