Swamp Yate Horse trail (You Yangs Regional Park)

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Swamp Yate Horse trail (You Yangs Regional Park)

The Swamp Yate Horse Trail showcases the varied landforms of the You Yangs. Follow the green signs through a eucalypt plantation before skirting the edge of Hovells Creek before heading into the heart of the rugged plantation. The easy horse trail meanders along management tracks, wide enough for two horses. 

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Swamp Yate Horse trail (You Yangs Regional Park)

Swamp Yate Horse trail (You Yangs Regional Park)

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Swamp Yate Horse trail (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 vehicles
  • Management vehicle only
  • No camping

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • 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)

Please be advised of the following vehicle access restrictions to the You Yangs Regional Park this week:

24/11/2025 - 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. Access to the park is still available via walking trails and mountain bike tracks (Refer to visitor Guide). 

25-26/11/2025 - Vehicle access to Turntable Carpark will not be available.
Alternative parking is available in the Lower Picnic Area. From there walkers can access the Turntable Carpark via Link Track.

27/11/2025 - 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. Access to the park is still available via walking trails and mountain bike tracks (Refer to visitor Guide). 

28/11/2025 - Vehicle access to Turntable Carpark will not be available.
Alternative parking is available in the Lower Picnic Area. From there walkers can access the Turntable Carpark via Link Track.

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