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You Yangs RP - Downhil MTB. Photo: Tim Arch.
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Location: You Yangs Regional Park
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Location: You Yangs Regional Park
The distinctive granite peaks of the You Yangs rise from the flat volcanic plains between Melbourne and Geelong.
The You Yangs is a fantastic park for mountain biking. It has two mountain biking areas with over 50 kilometres of exciting trails catering for riders of all ages and ability.
The park is also popular for its magnificent views, birdlife and for bushwalks and picnics.
The Park is open from 8.00am to 4.30pm year round.
Extended hours apply during daylight savings on weekends and public holidays from 8.00am - 6.00pm.
PDF maps of this park are available to download for Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices. These interactive maps allow you to see an overview of visitor facilities, calculate distances, see walking tracks, and (with sufficient mobile signal) locate yourself within the park.
To download these maps, you must first install the free Avenza PDF Maps application. Search for “Avenza PDF Maps” in the Apple App Store via your mobile device to get started.
PDF Maps requires iOS 4.0 or later running on an iPhone 3GS or better, 3rd generation iPod Touch or better, or any iPad.
If you don’t have a mobile Apple device, these PDF maps are also available for download under the ‘Related publications’ section below.
Parks Victoria acknowledges the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Victoria - including its parks and reserves. Through their cultural traditions, Aboriginal people maintain their connection to their ancestral lands and waters. Further information is available from Aboriginal Affairs Victoria AAV and Native Title Services Victoria
Yellow Gum Picnic Area is one of several picnic areas located throughout the park. There are wood fired barbeque places, however wood is not supplied. Big Rock, Valley, Lower and Turntable Picnic Areas provide gas barbeques free of charge on a first come basis.
Great Circle Drive A 12km gravel road accessible by two wheel drive cars. The drive provides the full spectrum of diverse scenery available in this unique park. Turntable Drive A sealed road from the park entrance to Turntable car park, located approximately one-third of the way up …
Kurrajong Picnic Area is one of several picnic areas located throughout the park. There are wood fired barbeque places, however wood is not supplied. Big Rock, Valley, Lower and Turntable Picnic Areas provide gas barbeques free of charge on a first come basis. Toilets are available.
Lower Picnic Area is one of several picnic areas located throughout the park. Wood fired barbeque places and gas barbeques are provided free of charge on a first come basis, however wood is not supplied. Picnic shelter and toilets are located at Lower Picnic Area.
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14 May 2012
The Dusky Moorhen ((Gallinula tenebrosa) is a dark grey and black water bird with a red facial shield and a yellow tipped bill. An adult bird is usually 35-38cm. Young birds are duller brown colour. They are found throughout Victoria and Eastern and South-western Australia. The Dusky …
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