Lake Elizabeth, Victoria
Tucked away in an already tucked away spot, this quiet, sensual and moody sanctuary deep in the Otway Ranges is an easy overnighter.
Offering a spectacular range of coastal, overland and urban adventures, walking trails in Victoria brim with picturesque views, native vegetation and the opportunity to view some of Australia’s most striking geological formations. Amongst the best walks in Victoria is the Grampians Peaks Trail, this multi-day hike stretches across various terrains and dramatic bushland celebrating its rich history and natural beauty. For walkers seeking a shorter hiking trail in Victoria, the Bushrangers Bay day walk presents a seaside spectacle with ease of access from Melbourne. Nestled amidst native trees and shrubs, this coastal clifftop walk displays Victoria’s abundant biodiversity, awarding the chance to see colourful wildflowers and birds framed by the deep blue Bass Strait. The walker is met with deep rockpools and crystal-clear water upon reaching the beach, providing a perfect post-hike swimming option. The diversity of hiking trails in Victoria afford the opportunity for any walker to experience Victoria’s bountiful array of landscapes at varying durations and difficulties.
Tucked away in an already tucked away spot, this quiet, sensual and moody sanctuary deep in the Otway Ranges is an easy overnighter.
It’s not often you spend two months walking half a route. But, unsurprisingly, that’s more than enough time to be moved, changed and ready for mum and dad’s.
In a largely flat, coastal- hugging country there is an unmistakable homecoming to being wrapped in our biggest mountains.
There’s always horizons new, but there’s also returning to favourite places to build traditions and measure the scale of time.
An hour from Melbourne,
and protected by 100-year-old engineering that helps keep that city’s water some of the freshest in the world, a rainforest for wandering in has thrived.
A family-friendly playground offering beautiful walks of varying lengths, waterfalls and astonishing views, all from the comfort of a fab little town nestled right at its base.
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Wherever and whenever we walk, we acknowledge and pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians and Owners of the land.
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