The Olinda section of Dandenong Ranges National Park, covering 790 hectares between Olinda, Kalorama and the catchment of Silvan Reservoir, once formed part of the Dandenong …
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The Olinda section of Dandenong Ranges National Park, covering 790 hectares between Olinda, Kalorama and the catchment of Silvan Reservoir, once formed part of the Dandenong State Forest Reserve. One of the newer sectiones of the National Park, Olinda boasts relatively undisturbed native habitat.
Three picnic areas are located in the forest. Valley Picnic Ground to the south, Eagle Nest Picnic Ground to the east, and Olinda Falls Picnic Ground to the west.
Eagle Nest Walk
3km - 1 hour one way. Grade: Easy to Moderate
This walk starts at Valley Picnic Ground. Proceed on Boundary Road that slopes downhill, with the toilet facilities on your left. Turn right on to Eagle Nest Road which will take you to Eagle Nest Picnic Ground. Cross the wooden bridge and follow Hermons Track to Georges Track. Turn left for a short walk and follow Georges Track back to Valley Picnic Ground.
Valley Walk
6.5km - 3.5 hours one way. Grade: Steep and rocky in sections. Only for prepared and experienced walkers.
Proceed as for Eagle Nest Walk but after following Hermons Track to Georges Track, turn right and follow Georges Track to Barges Road. Turn left and follow Barges Road to Predator Track. Continue to turn left, proceeding to Mathias Road, left into Yallambee Way and left to return back to Valley Picnic Ground.
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