Note there are no water taps. At least the walk is shady and beautiful to help ease the pain! We spotted a lyrebird on our way back down. You may choose to continue your walk with a stroll towards the One Tree Hill picnic area. The route is lined with plaques about those Australians who served in Papua New Guinea. You can catch a train from Melbourne CBD. Train timetable in link. Congratulations, your walk is now published. On behalf of Victoria Walks and walkers everywhere, thanks for sharing your knowledge and time.
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For more information, please visit www. Rate this walk. Back Info Map. Next Prev. Report improper content Rate this walk. Points of Interest 1. Toilets You'll find several toilets here. Memorial wall and statue Take a moment to view the statue here and names of those who died during the Kokoda campaign.
Playround If your little ones have energy to burn after the steps, they can empty their tanks in this great little playground! Kokoda Memorial Terrace If you'd like to learn more about the history of the Kokoda campaign then this is the place to stop.
Start of walking track Take the Tree Fern Gully track, which takes you to the beginning of the steps. First step It begins! A spoonful of sugar At least the walk is shady and beautiful to help ease the pain! Rest stops You may still wish to take advantage of the seating provided along the route Top of the steps Finally! Alternatively, leave your car at home. It's a a leisurely m stroll from Upper Fern Tree Gully train station to the bottom of the steps.
Download the visitor guide before you go. Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. The Kokoda Trail Memorial Walk which incorporates the Steps is closed until due to storm damage. The Western tracks in Sherbrooke Forest are closed due to storm damage until The public toilets at Olinda Falls are closed at least until the end of , due to a major plumbing issue, Parks Victoria is working to resolve the matter as soon as possible. We acknowledge that the toilets have already been closed for a lengthy period, however due to planning and operational constraints the toilet works have been significantly delayed.
Other public toilets nearby are at Kalorama Park or the Olinda Township. This area has additional visitor advice This area has reported issues This area is closed. Dandenong Ranges National Park.
Officially the Kokoda Track Memorial Walk, walkers love the challenge of the steep trail, locals appreciate the convenience and tourists just want a picture of a gorgeous rainforest walk. The Kokoda Track Memorial Walk incorporating the Steps departs from Ferntree Gully Picnic Ground, winding up a steep hill along a creek through lush rainforest, before emerging into a clearing where you can enjoy great views of Melbourne through the trees.
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Home » Attractions » Steps. Email Address [email protected]. Other Places We Recommend. Click Here to Ask a Question. Reply to this comment. Enjoy the Dandenong Ranges! Regards, Jess. Hi Sophie, The steps are only a short 5 minute walk from the carpark metres.
Enjoy the climb! Thank you. Hi Lisa, This seems to be a popular question and has been answered below. Thanks, Jess. Hi, I just want to know if you have pregnant women taking the steps? Hi Joyce, Thank you for your question. Regards, Jess Holiday Point. Many thanks. Hi Fiona, Using Google maps, it is apparently 1. Thanks, Michael. Thank you Den. So my estimation is you climbed metres while you are there. Hope this helps. Hi Kubilay, I just did some research, and the bird feeding area you are most likely referring to is located at Grants Picnic Ground, Kallista.
Thanks Michael. Just wondering if the track will be open for the Easter long weekend please? Hi Kelly, I have just spoke to Parks Victoria and have been told that the Steps is due to re-open on April 1 at 6am. So all should be good for the Easter long weekend.
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