Best trails in Kinglake National Park

This is a great track for the beginner hiker looking to get some more experience. From the car park head clockwise onto Mount Sugarloaf ridge track which parallels the road to the summit. While there are some beautiful views along this circuit most find the summit of Mount Sugarloaf to be a bit underwhelming. Continue on the circuit following the running creek track downhill where it meets and follows Arthurs Creek through the valley. After some time along the creek you’ll arrive at the...

This is a great short family friendly walk with beautiful views of Masons Falls and peaceful scenery with lots of wildlife to spot. The track is equal part in slopes and flats, so there are some moderate challenges in sections good for all fitness levels. The track can get muddy after the rain, so be sure to set out with good footwear if there's been recent rainfall. The loop can be taken from either direction, and can also be started from Masons Falls in the north off Masons Falls Road.

This is a loop hike along Mount Everard Track, Bundy Track and Old King Lake Road in Kinglake National Park, Victoria. This can be done in either direction but is best done clockwise as the descents are more gradual. Most of the track itself is a wide gravel road with low incline. The trail up to mount Everard is much narrower and stepper. Views are minimal through the tree line. The walk takes you through landscape that consists of mountains (it is part of the Great Divide Range),...

This peaceful short walk follows a well formed dirt track down to the Masons Falls lookout platform on the traditional land of Wurundjeri and Taungurung people who still have a strong connection to the area. There is plenty of signage on this short trail starting at the Masons Falls Picnic Area. You'll find lots of wildflowers, and low vegetation that means you might also glimpse distant views to Melbourne.

This is a demanding walk through Kinglake National Park, located amongst the Great Dividing Range, just a short drive from Melbourne, Victoria. The hike begins from The Gums Camping Area, where parking and facilities are available. The trail itself mostly follows fire trails and can be steep and slippery in sections so do take care. Beautiful scenery and landscape with plenty of wildlife to spot along the way.

This is a strenuous hike exploring some of the best trails the Kinglake National Park has to offer including Bundy Track, Mount Everand Track and Mount Jerusalem Track. Several animal species such as cockatoos, king parrots, wallaby, kangaroos, wombats, possums and echidnas can be found along your walk. This walk starts on the south eastern edge of the national park and slowly makes its way uphill in a clockwise direction. After making your way north to the edge of the town of Kinglake,...

This is a nice option if you're looking for something with a bit of variety within Kinglake National Park. The trail begins from the Masons Falls picnic area with a short hike out to the viewing platform. You'll then continue ahead and turn off onto Wallaby Track which will lead you uphill to the Mount Sugarloaf Ridge Track. Follow the ridgeline along to the Mount Sugarloaf parking area where toilets are available. This one can also be done as a point to point if you can do a car shuffle.

This is a challenging loop in Kinglake National Park that tackles the summits of Mount Jerusalem and Mount Everard. The route consists of a combination of fire trails and a shorter section of bush trail. Be prepared for a killer leg workout on this one, as there is a sustained steep climb along the Bundy Track to the top of Mount Everard that can be a real test of will. Bring plenty of water for a full 6-8 hour walk and sun protection, too, as the shade can be sparse.

An enjoyable trail through Kinglake National Park, located about 56 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, Victoria - just south of the town of Kingslake. This looped route begins and ends from the parking area on Heildelberg - Kinglake Road. The trail is along fire management trails that are easy to navigate and walk on. There are some great views through the trees along the way, including a section where you can see the city of Melbourne.

This is a wonderful track through the Wombelano Block of the Kinglake National Park, about 65km north east from Melbourne. The route links the Island Creek and Gums Picnic Grounds via an undulating trail through fern gullies and regrowth forest. The two rest areas make a great spot to pull up on a picnic bench under a shady tree and enjoy some lunch. There is a parking area at the trailhead just off Kinglake-Glenburn Road.