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Macedon Ranges Walk (Macedon Regional Park)
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)
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
Restrictions
- No camping
- No drones without a permit
- No firearms allowed
- No fishing
Warnings
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Terrain hazards
- Uneven ground
- Slippery surface
- Steep descent
- Slippery rocks
- Steep track
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Other warnings
- Trees may fall take care
- Pedestrians
- Vehicles
- Limbs may fall take care
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Animals and pests
- Horses
- Snakes
- Beware European wasps
- Beware feral bees
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Water hazards
- Shallow water
- Deep water
Be Prepared
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.
Macedon Walking Trail Redirection
The Macedon Walking Trail is being redirected through Macedon Regional Park while the Mount Macedon Memorial Cross Reserve is closed for works.
The redirection occurs on the Goat Track midway between Bawden Road and the Cross Reserve, with visitors invited onto Hoods Track. This will take visitors to Clyde and then Francis Tracks. Francis Track pops out at the Harbisons Picnic Area where visitors can rejoin the Macedon Walking Trail near the tearooms and continue on their journey. The redirection works in reverse to support both directions of uses and is signed.
The works will occur from late June to September. The Mount Macedon Memorial Cross Reserve Committee of Management and Parks Victoria apologise for any inconvenience.
Attachments: Macedon Walking Trail Redirection through Macedon Regional Park due to Mount Macedon Memorial Cross (112KB)