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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia13,800 contributions
    Trail forms loop around Inner City
    Whether you walk, cycle, hike or mountain bike, the Capital City Trai is a great way to see inner city Melbourne. The Trail forms a loop around the center of the City. It's 18 miles (30km) from the start in Southbank and back again. The Yarra Bend Park has a vast collection of waterbirds. The Inner City Trail treks through Melbourne's inner city. There are many things to see, it's best to work out a schedule, according to how you want to spend your day.
    Review of: Capital City Trail
    Written 17 November 2023
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia13,800 contributions
    Take your runners and run
    The Tan Track circumambulates Melbourne's Botanic Garden. The Track is not concrete, rather it is a compacted earth track. It's easy to find, just take your runners and ask your concierge for directions.
    Review of: Tan Track
    Written 23 September 2023
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  • Dennis P
    Melbourne, Australia2,104 contributions
    Outer Circle Rail Trail (AKA The ANNIVERSARY TRAIL)
    One of many trains in south east Mel;bopurnme. This one starts around Warrigul Rd where it splits from Gardiners Creek Trail.

    Essentially it follows (to commence with) an obsolete steam rail line until it reached Alamain Railway station. At this stage it becomes largely a footpath along the electrified train line.

    The paths themselves are well maintained and are shared with cyclists

    It is my aim to keep walking sections until I reach Melnbourne. I am looking forward to the Camberwell part of the trip where once again it reverts to na disused rail line
    Review of: Outer Circle Rail Trail
    Written 24 October 2021
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  • MosesPH
    1,456 contributions
    Scenic area in lush Mt Dandenong
    Came here with family for a day out to do the 1,000 steps track. It had something for everyone as not all could do the challenging walk. Some opted to stay at the playground and some did the easy track. There were lots of people for a weekday and a large school group but it did not deter the experience we all had which was enjoyable. Topped it off with lunch at the cafe on site.
    Review of: Tree Fern Gully Track
    Written 27 December 2019
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  • EndlessTravels
    Greater Melbourne, Australia35,424 contributions
    a different side of melbourne
    very interesting self guided walk that teaches you about the history of the local indigenous people. download the brochure online too get more info. end your walk the charcoal lane restaurant that is run by mission australia and that employs many local aboriginals
    Review of: Fitzroy Aboriginal Heritage Walking Trail
    Written 5 February 2017
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia13,800 contributions
    All about plants
    The Herbarium Discovery Walk is contained in the Royal Botanic Gardens. For anyone with an interest in plants, it is quite fascinating. It is quite easy to find. The Discovery Walk is not all that long, but it does have a satisfying level of informative material. The Botanic Gardens visitor centre is located on Birdwood Avenue.
    Review of: Herbarium Discovery Walk
    Written 7 May 2021
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