10 Best hikes and trails in Little Desert National Park

Best trails in Little Desert National Park

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Want to find the best trails in Little Desert National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 10 great trails for hiking, walking, and camping and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 4 easy hiking trails in Little Desert National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 29 to 3,421 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Little Desert National Park.

Top trails

#1 - Wimmera River Walk Loop [CLOSED]

Explore the Wimmera River, the largest land-locked river in Victoria, whilst navigating through ancient River Red Gums in the Little Desert National Park. This area is idyllic and bursting with wildlife so keep your eyes peeled for our much-loved furry friends, Kangaroos, as well as a huge array of beautiful birds up in the canopy. The trailhead is accessible from Horseshoe Bend Road, you will find a lovely campsite here so if you're looking for an overnight spot to spend time lazing upon...

#2 - Trig Point Loop [CLOSED]

#3 - Pomponderoo Hill Nature Walk [CLOSED]

A wonderful short nature hike near Dimboola provides an excellent introduction to the Little Desert. West of Horseshoe Bend Road is the well-maintained gravel Pomponderoo Hill Road. Follow the circuit track up to the top of a sandhill to the viewing point with expansive views of the Little Desert National Park. This is also a great trail to spot birds with emu, common bronzewing, crimson chat, and maned duck all frequenting the park.

#4 - Little Desert Discovery Walk: Short Loop [CLOSED]

This three-day walk is the shorter version of the route, the full one is 4 days. It leads you through the variety of landscape, flora and fauna that the National Park has to offer from heathlands, salt lakes to dry woodlands and the Wimmera River. There are huts at the end of each section to stay the night, they are only accessible on foot, be sure to inquire if booking in advance is required.

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#5 - Little Desert Discovery Walk: Full Route [CLOSED]

This four-day walk leads you through the variety of landscape, flora and fauna that the National Park has to offer from heathlands, salt lakes to dry woodlands and the Wimmera River. There are huts at the end of each section to stay the night, they are only accessible on foot, be sure to inquire if booking in advance is required.

#6 - Horseshoe Bend to Mallee Camp [CLOSED]

#7 - Albrechts Mill Loop [CLOSED]

#8 - Stringybark Walk [CLOSED]

#9 - Red Gum Loop [CLOSED]

#10 - Keith Hately Nature Walk [CLOSED]

Experience this fantastic walk in nature by taking a stroll along this family-friendly track in the Little Desert National Park. Engage all your senses as you listen to the sweet melodies of the birds and feel the gentle breeze rustling through the leaves. Breathe in the fragrant scents of the bush and admire the lush greens of the bushland and the warm sunlight seeping through the branches. Take a moment to relax and connect with nature.

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Trail reviews for Little Desert National Park

257 trailgoers Busiest in November

Isaac Carné

Dec 28, 2024

Easy to parkNot crowdedGreat views

Great short walk to witness the fiversity of Little Desert NP. Download the parks info sheet and stop at each numbered station.

Pomponderoo Hill Nature Walk [CLOSED]

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Little Desert National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Little Desert National Park is Wimmera River Walk Loop [CLOSED], which has a 4.3 star rating from 45 reviews. This trail is 2.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 324 ft.

What is the longest trail in Little Desert National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Little Desert National Park is Little Desert Discovery Walk: Full Route [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 46.5 mi long.

How many trails are in Little Desert National Park?

There are 10 trails in Little Desert National Park. These trails have an average 4.0-star rating from 131 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Little Desert National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Little Desert National Park has you covered. Little Desert Discovery Walk: Full Route [CLOSED] boasts the most elevation gain with 3,421 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Little Desert Discovery Walk: Short Loop [CLOSED], which will get you 2,066 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Little Desert National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 camping trails in Little Desert National Park and the most popular is Wimmera River Walk Loop [CLOSED] with an average 4.3 star rating from 45 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Little Desert National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 running trails in Little Desert National Park and the most popular is Trig Point Loop [CLOSED] with an average 4.5 star rating from 14 community reviews.