You Yangs East-West Walk (You Yangs Regional Park)

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You Yangs East-West Walk (You Yangs Regional Park)

The East-West walk is best done in a clockwise direction. Cross the granite strewn slopes of Flinders Peak as you circumnavigate it. Tall Eucalypt trees give way to views over the flat volcanic plains of western Victoria. Also, see the geoglyph of Bunjil, the creator spirit of the Wathaurung.

The East-West walk is approximately 4.5km and has a Grade 3 rating

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You Yangs East-West Walk (You Yangs Regional Park)

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You Yangs East-West Walk (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 bicycles
No drones without a permit
No firearms allowed
No fires permitted
No horses
No camping
No vehicles

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.

Big Rock Road partial closure

Big Rock Road will be closed to vehicle traffic from the intersection with Great Circle Drive until further notice. Big Rock Picnic Ground can still be reached via the Big Rock Walking Track which commences from the Park Office carpark.