Things to do in Clunes, Victoria: The Best Nature & Parks

Reviewed By robbie4u

Parts of this hike are very steep with a shifting gravel track underfoot (no steps), although it is usually possible to get a grip on some vegetation. The hike is therefore not suitable for everyone. The hike itself it quite short, it is listed at 1.2km each way, however the steepness of the slope can make it quite exhausting. Reaching the summit makes the effort worth it. Spectacular views all around, peace and quiet, a gentle wind rustling through the leaves, birds chirping, and if you are lucky a wedge-tailed eagle gliding by. A nice, clear, sunny day is preferred if this is possible. The best way to approach the hike it is to just take it slowly with small steps and have a break after around 10 to 15 minutes if you need it. Follow the orange triangles from the top of the car park near the toilets at the "Cork Oaks". Make sure you are aware of where the last orange triangle is for your trip down, and be very careful coming down that you don't step too quickly onto moving gravel. There are also other walks and another longer route to return to the car park. Details about the park, walks, and a map is available online in a Parks Victoria "Park Notes" brochure. If you are up to it this walk is highly recommended and then forever after whenever it is within sight you can recall the day you were up there at the Lollipop Tree looking down at wherever you may be at the time. Enjoy!