Self Guided Heathland Trail (Braeside Park)

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Self Guided Heathland Trail (Braeside Park)

Braeside Park Heathland Trail is a self-guided, flat granitic sand circuit trail meandering through a Heathland wooded area and beside a series of small wetlands.
This trail can be accessed from the Telford Picnic Ground and the Red Gum Circuit Trail. Follow the wide, open, flat trail, immersed amongst the gum trees and spy the many species of birdlife that reside in the park.

Heathland trail is a 0.9km Grade 2 circuit trail taking approximately 30 minute walk. Access to the Heathland Conservation Area is restricted, so as to protect environmental values.

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Self Guided Heathland Trail (Braeside Park)

Self Guided Heathland Trail (Braeside Park)

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Self Guided Heathland Trail (Braeside 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 camping
  • No dogs allowed
  • No vehicles
  • No drones without a permit
  • No horses
  • No fishing
  • No fires permitted
  • No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
  • No generators
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

  • Animals and pests
    • Swooping magpies
    • Snakes
    • Beware European wasps
  • Water hazards
    • Shallow water
  • Other warnings
    • Trees may fall take care
    • Limbs may fall take care
  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery surface
    • Uneven ground

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.

Red Gum Picnic Area toilets closed

The public toilet block at Red Gum Picnic Area at Braeside Park is currently closed until further notice. We apologise for the inconvenience and are working on a solution to restore the toilets. Alternative toilets are located at the Telford Picnic area off Lower Dandenong Rd.

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