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Climb the Wall on Funfields Typhoon Waterslide. ProSlide World Record Holder — Image credit: Funfields Themepark

Amusement and Theme Parks

Funfields Themepark

Get ready for a summer of fun at Funfields Theme Park Melbourne. Experience an unforgettable one day holiday filled with thrilling rides, delicious treats and all the fun you know and love. Funfields Theme Park is the closest, ultimate sun-soaked summer escape, just 40 kilometres from Melbourne's city centre. With the addition of the brand-new Lava Lagoon and Cyber Drift, you can decide if you want to float or bump your way through summer fun. Season passes and day passes available. Season passes give you unlimited fun all summer long. Perfect for families and thrill-seekers looking for value for money and endless adventures. If you just want to experience a one day holiday of non-stop excitement, the day pass is perfect for you.

Whittlesea VIC

1.7 km away

Yan Yean Reservoir Park — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Yan Yean Reservoir Park

Yan Yean Reservoir Park offers visitors peaceful picnic areas, a variety of walking tracks and breathtaking views of Melbourne's oldest water storage. Visit the extensive wetlands and watch the abundant birdlife that lives and feeds in this area. The reservoir was Melbourne's first and has supplied the city with water since 1857. It was the plan of James Blackburn, a civil engineer who unfortunately died before ever seeing his dream developed. The historic bluestone valve house and stone water channel are reminders of the reservoir's history. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Yan Yean VIC

6.1 km away

Lyrebird Circuit Walk

Natural Attractions

Lyrebird Circuit Walk

The Lyrebird Circuit is the first track off the Masons Falls walk that you will come across after leaving the picnic area. The circuit track is a 500 metre easy walk that loops around connecting to the Masons Falls track. Dotted along the circuit is information about the historical site of Carman’s Mill that once operated in that area and the local flora and fauna that call Kinglake National Park their home. If you follow on to the Masons Falls track, it will lead you to the viewing platform of Masons Falls. Masons Falls, located within Kinglake National Park, is home to native plant species of trees, fungi, undergrowth and many small insects and animals including lyrebirds - if you are lucky or quiet enough to see one.

Kinglake West VIC

11 km away

Masons Falls

Natural Attractions

Masons Falls

Masons Falls is nestled in Kinglake National Park, the largest and closest national park to Melbourne, making it an ideal spot for a day trip or weekend getaway. After just a short walk you'll discover an impressive high drop waterfall with streams of water cascading down the rock shelves into the gully below. There are several short walks nearby including the shady Lyrebird Circuit Walk, which is 500m long and specifically designed for people with limited mobility or the more challenging 7.8km Running Creek Walk with fern gullies, towering gums, and drier ridges to explore. The Masons Falls picnic area also provides a large, sheltered area, free gas barbeques, plenty of tables and toilet facilities making it the perfect spot to while away the hours with friends or family after a day soaking up mother nature.

Kinglake West VIC

11 km away

Kinglake Heritage Centre and the Kinglake Historical Society

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Kinglake Heritage Centre and the Kinglake Historical Society

The Kinglake Heritage Centre is located on the Kinglake West Reserve. Opened in 2018, it features posters, photographs and memorabilia, while providing visitors with a range of stories from Kinglake's interesting past – the early gold rush, farming pioneers, the timber industry, the first schools, halls and churches and the early days of football and cricket. The service personnel of the two World Wars are acknowledged along with the work of the local Red Cross groups. There is a special display of the effect of the 7 February 2009 bushfire. The centre is regularly visited to see what life was like in Kinglake in the pioneering days before electricity, motor transport and mobile telephones. The Kinglake Historical Society was formed in 1984 and is located at the Kinglake Heritage Centre. Over the past 40 years, they have collected a wide range of documents, photographs, maps and memorabilia, always with the aim of making these available to local residents and visitors so that the achievements of the pioneers of the Kinglake district can be understood and appreciated. The centre is open on sundays, but can be visited by groups on weekdays by appointment.

Kinglake VIC

12 km away

Kinglake National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Kinglake National Park

Kinglake National Park lies on the slopes of the Great Dividing Range, a short drive from Melbourne. Enjoy scenic walks, thrilling mountain bike trails and picnics against the backdrop of panoramic views of the city, Port Phillip Bay, the Yarra Valley and across to the You Yangs. The park is home to a variety of native birds. Keep an eye out for Sulphur-crested Cockatoos, lyrebirds, King Parrots and colourful rosellas. Enjoy a picnic or barbecue in the surrounds of tall eucalypts before embarking on a short walk to Masons Falls. See water cascading over the sheer mudstone walls, which are fossilised sea beds. The Gums Campground is ideal for families and small groups. It has 18 campsites, five of which are suitable for caravans up to 20ft in length (without annex). Each campsite is surrounded by vegetation providing a delightful bush setting. Kinglake National Park includes the traditional Country of the Taungurung and Wurundjeri Peoples. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. Before your visit, please check the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website for updated changes of conditions and familiarise yourself with important bushfire safety information to ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. For information about fires, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au

Kinglake West VIC

14 km away

Hawkstowe Picnic Area — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Hawkstowe Picnic Area

Take a look back in time at the historic Hawkstowe picnic ground, set in a secluded area of Plenty Gorge Parklnads. With views of the Plenty River, a backdrop of the wooded Plenty Gorge and a historical homestead, the Hawkstowe Picnic Area was once part of the larger Hawkstowe Farm that was established in the 1850's by the Le Page family. You'll be impressed by the brick and bluestone Le Page homestead, barn and stables. This is a perfect spot for a picnic or barbeque that the whole family will enjoy. Electric barbeques and picnic shelters are available. There are no solid fuel barbeques. Toilets are located behind Le Page Homestead. Take a walk around the picturesque wetlands. Discover the abundant wildlife, including friendly kangaroos. Le Page Historic Homestead Opening Hours: Winter: 8:30am to 5:00pm, summer: 8:30am to 7:00pm. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. Before your visit, please check the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website for updated changes of conditions and familiarise yourself with important bushfire safety information to ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. For information about fires, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au

South Morang VIC

14 km away

Yarrambat Park — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Yarrambat Park

Yarrambat Park provides the perfect spot for a family day out. Facilities include electric barbecues, picnic tables and a picnic shelter. Toilet facilities are also provided and have access for people with limited mobility. The area of park around the picnic area provides wide open spaces for playing cricket, kicking a football, flying a kite or walking the dog. Spectacular views of Kinglake National Park and Mt Disappointment are also on offer. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. Before your visit, please check the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website for updated changes of conditions and familiarise yourself with important bushfire safety information to ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. For information about fires, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au

Yarrambat VIC

14 km away

Nioka Bush Camp

National Parks and Reserves

Nioka Bush Camp

Nioka Bush Camp is a quiet retreat away from the stresses of city life. Stay overnight in the great outdoors, camping or in bunkhouse accommodation. Explore the sights and sounds of of the bush on a pleasant bushwalk. The wildlife is varied and you might catch a glimpse of an Eastern Grey Kangaroo or a Sugar Glider. Facilities provided include toilets, hot showers, non-powered campsites, bunkhouse accommodation, water, campfire ring (byo firewood), barbecues, hall with wood heater and kitchen. Access the camp off Gordons Road via Plenty Road in South Morang. Camping at Nioka Bush camp is by prior booking only. You can book online or call. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

South Morang VIC

14 km away

Evie's Evergreen

Shopping and Markets

Evie's Evergreen

Evie's Evergreen is a beautiful 100-year-old heritage shop with classic bay windows and historic character, nestled in the heart of Hurstbridge Victoria on the edge of the beautiful Yarra Valley. The boutique emporium celebrates timeless style and the joy of discovering something truly unique. The team have created an immersive experience where every corner invites you to explore a seemingly endless array of treasures. The old world charm of the original shop has been lovingly preserved while creating a warm and inspiring space, enhanced by the rich vintage style gold window signage and show piece bespoke wallpaper murals and textiles. Alongside a carefully selected collection featuring Australian-made products, handmade pieces and gifts, you'll find an exclusive range of fashion and home textiles. These collections are designed by the team, made in their Kinglake studio. They use vintage fabrics and trims including own original prints, printed in Melbourne, making every garment and textile unique and special. Connected to the boutique is Evie's Bloom Room florist and just a two-minute stroll away is their dedicated workshop space - Evie's Make and Create Space for creative workshops and events including botanical classes and a range of crafting. Easily accessible by train and bus, experience the beautiful Evie's Evergreen shop and the village charm of Hurstbridge, where you can slow down be inspired and relax.

Hurstbridge VIC

16 km away

Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre

Entertainment Venues

Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre

The Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre proudly curates its own performance program, a vibrant showcase of music, theatre, dance, comedy and children's entertainment. Designed to reflect the heart of our community, the program features a balance of touring artists, emerging voices and beloved local performers. Each season invites audiences of all ages to experience the joy of live performance and the power of storytelling on stage. With two purpose-built theatres and a range of flexible event and function spaces, the Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre hosts everything from major touring productions, to festivals, to community performances, exhibitions, workshops, conferences and private celebrations. They provide opportunities for local artists, young people and emerging voices to grow, experiment and share their work. Through collaboration, mentorship and community partnerships, they help creativity take root and flourish. They believe creativity is for everyone. It sparks imagination, brings people together and helps communities thrive. That is why they are committed to being inclusive, accessible and welcoming to all, embracing people of all cultures, backgrounds, ages and abilities. Their diverse community is one of their greatest strengths, and they work to reflect that diversity in their programming, partnerships and the events they support.

South Morang VIC

16 km away

Plenty Gorge Park — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Plenty Gorge Park

Plenty Gorge Park offers a wide range of natural and cultural experiences only 20km from Melbourne CBD. With views of the Plenty River and a backdrop of the wooded Plenty Gorge, this is a perfect spot for a quiet picnic or barbecue. Visitors to Yarrambat can enjoy views of the Kinglake Ranges and the Plenty River valley. Nioka Bush Camp is a great place for group camping, with bunkhouse accommodation available. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

South Morang VIC

16 km away

Mandalay Walking Tracks

Natural Attractions

Mandalay Walking Tracks

Mandalay Walking Tracks run through the Club Mandalay Golf Course in Beveridge, Victoria, offering residents and visitors an easy way to enjoy the outdoors. The walking routes pass through the course's open green spaces and landscaped areas, with views across the surrounding neighbourhood and countryside. Suitable for a relaxed stroll or regular walk, the tracks provide an accessible outdoor activity close to home. They are also a convenient way to explore the Club Mandalay precinct and enjoy the open spaces around the golf course.

Beveridge VIC

16 km away

Girl at Mount Disappointment Forest

Natural Attractions

Mount Disappointment State Forest

In 1824, explorers Hume and Hovell named the area Mount Disappointment. This was due to their disappointment in discovering that Port Phillip Bay could not be viewed from the summit due to dense tree growth. Today, Mount Disappointment State Forest provides a beautiful haven for wildlife, visitors, and associated recreation activities. With its many accessible camping areas, it provides opportunities to enjoy bushwalking, horse riding, four-wheel driving, and trail bike riding. Popular camping spots include Regular Camp, Andersons Garden and No. 1 Camp. Most visitor and camping areas have picnic tables, fireplaces, and toilets. Main Mountain Road caters for trail bike visitors with information about riding in the area, and plenty of parking for trailers. Be sure to take a walk to view the stunning Strath Creek Falls, this popular walk leads to spectacular views of the falls cascading over the rock face and into the gully. Other worthwhile activities include the Summit Walk, Sunday Creek Reservoir Walk, and the Mount Disappointment Forest Drive which takes in many of the popular sights in a three hour return circuit.

Heathcote Junction VIC

17 km away

Wallan Community Park

Parks and Gardens

Wallan Community Park

Wallan Community Park is a multipurpose open space containing a variety of recreation and play facilities. Featuring a nature play trail, a rope climbing agility course, a roll and ride trail, picnic spots and walking trails through Wallan Creek wetlands. The nature play trail uses natural materials such as timber, sand, logs and stumps to encourage imaginative and sensory play through climbing, building and balancing. Kids can get active tackling the rope climbing agility course, get creative building a fort or explore the natural world. All users are asked to use the park and facilities as per the user directions on signage within the park precinct.

Wallan VIC

17 km away

Kinglake Heritage Trail

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Kinglake Heritage Trail

The Kinglake Ranges Heritage Trail features locally designed and crafted interpretive signage highlighting sites of historic environmental and social significance in the Kinglake Ranges. The trail along the north side of the main road follows the route of the timber railway, which operated from 1911 to 1926, along the central spine of the range between Kinglake West and Kinglake. The trail can be traversed from either direction starting with the Trail information and map at either end of the trail. The 32 information panels incorporate text, photographs, artist's impressions, maps and general information to explain site significance. It features locally designed and crafted signage highlighting the local flora and fauna and sites of historic interest. It also displays the work of local artists and school children. Community groups had the idea for a trail, however following the 2009 fires, the loss of life, landscape and historical buildings emphasised the need to preserve and acknowledge the heritage of the area. The Western side of the trail is situated on the Cnr Whittlesea-Yea Road and Forest Street, Kinglake West, while the Eastern side is located on the corner of the Whittlesea-Kinglake Rd and the Kinglake-Glenburn Rd.

Kinglake Central VIC

17 km away

Community Bank Adventure Playground

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Community Bank® Adventure Playground Hadfield Park

Mitchell Shire's premier innovative Community Bank® Adventure Playground at Wallan offers an exciting array of adventure play experiences for children of all ages and abilities. The playground includes a fun and challenging five-story tower complete with three slides and a fully accessible water splash park. Children are offered Playground and Splash Park features such as a tummy churning 25 metre flying fox with an inclusive seat, a creek bed seating area with water jets, sensory play locations with sand and water activities and – for when they really need a cool down – under the aqua drop bucket is definitely the place to be. The park also features covered barbecue areas, accessible change room facilities and wheelchair access. The park is also just across the road from several food and beverage outlets. The Community Bank Adventure Playground is free and open to the public all year, with the splash park operating between 10am to 8pm from December to March. The Playground is easily accessible by car from Melbourne and has on-street parking available nearby. Please see the Mitchell Shire Council website for further details. To explore the wider park, explore the Community Trail that goes through Hadfield Park.

Wallan VIC

17 km away

Lady Stonehavens Lookout

Natural Attractions

Lady Stonehavens Lookout

Lady Stonehavens Lookout is located within Frank Thomson Reserve, northwest of the Kinglake township. The reserve sits on a hill in Victoria and has an elevation of 630 metres, offering wonderful views of Melbourne’s skyline rising from the southern plains and the rolling hills of the Yarra Valley to the east. Enjoy a family picnic or barbecue in the open grassy area of Frank Thomson Reserve with picnic tables and a gas barbecue are located close to the parking area. There is plenty of space for the kids to roam while adults can relax and enjoy the view. Dogs are prohibited in Kinglake National Park, but are permitted on a lead (at all times) in the Frank Thomson Reserve.

Kinglake Central VIC

17 km away

Bollygum Park — Image credit: Weekend Notes

Parks and Gardens

Bollygum Park

Bollygum Park is a magical playground based around the award winning children's book Bollygum by Garry Fleming. You will be enchanted as you wander along the shady paths of this two and a half acre wonderland, from Bower Birds Nest with its sparkling blue treasures, across the bridge over the creek and pay a visit to platypus, whose house sits on the bank of the dry creek bed. Continue down the path, bordered by native plantings, indigenous message sticks, colourful storyboards and flora information panels to Wombats house with its artistically carved story wall, slides, mirrors and wombats hiding spot. You can enjoy Wombat's favourite fishing spot by the large sandpit and he has even left a few fishing poles out for you. Frogmouths House is the main play structure of the park and has senior and junior sections so no one is left out. Among its many features are a climbing wall, monkey bars, rope bridges, flying fox, wave slide, bird nest swings, dual metal slide for racing (under cover) and many noisy musical elements and a talk and listen tube. There is an architecturally designed skate park adjoining the playground with a bowl.

Kinglake VIC

19 km away

Say G'Day Trail

Natural Attractions

Say G'Day Trail

Discover the Say G'Day Trail in Wandong, a scenic 5.3 kilometre walking and cycling trail connecting the neighbouring communities of Wandong and Heathcote Junction. Following a gentle route through open spaces and natural surroundings, the trail is suitable for walkers and cyclists of all abilities, with accessible sections along the way.

Wandong VIC

19 km away

Pickett Walk

Natural Attractions

Pickett Walk

Explore the peaceful Pickett Trail in Wandong, Victoria, and enjoy a relaxing short walk through scenic bushland. Surrounded by native vegetation and local wildlife, the trail offers a refreshing escape into nature. It is a great choice for a leisurely stroll and a chance to experience the quiet beauty of the Wandong countryside.

Wandong VIC

19 km away

Mt Everard Circuit

Natural Attractions

Mt Everard Circuit

The Mt Everard Circuit Walk is approximately 22 kilometres in length so allow five to six hours to complete. It resides in the Kinglake National Park, only 50 kilometres out of Melbourne and home to almost 600 native plant species, over 40 native mammal and 90 native bird species. This loop tackles three of Kinglake's highest forested peaks, Mt Beggary, Mt Everard and Mt Jerusalem and is a great challenging walk. The circuit can be started from several locations but it is recommended from Jehosaphat Gully Picnic Area. Begin on Shelley Harris Track through lush bush land, crossing several small streams in the wetter months. This trail then connects to the Mt Jerusalem Track for a short way to the Cookson Hill Track. Through this section you may catch a glimpse or two of Melbourne in the distance before connecting with the Mt Everard Track. Here the trail follows the edge of the ridge line and you'll be rewarded with views of surrounding forest ridges. This then connects with the Bundy Track before reconnecting to the Mt Jerusalem Track for the return. Throughout the entirety of the route there's a mix of scrubby bush, gum trees and ferns along its length.

Kinglake VIC

20 km away

Jehosaphat Gully Picnic Area

Natural Attractions

Jehosaphat Gully Picnic Area

Jehosaphat Gully is a pleasant open picnic area near the town of Kinglake and the starting point for several walks include the approximately 20 kilometre Mt Everard Circuit. The picnic area has plenty of picnic tables under shelter, barbecues and public toilets. Enjoy picturesque walking tracks or a social picnic or barbecue with family and friends here.

Kinglake VIC

20 km away

Ziebell's Farmhouse Museum and Heritage Garden

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Ziebell's Farmhouse Museum and Heritage Garden

Ziebell's Farmhouse Museum and Heritage Garden is a unique attraction located in Thomastown's Westgarthtown Pioneer Precinct – a hidden gem amongst modern homes. Originally owned by Christian and Sophia Ziebell, the farmhouse was built during the 1850s by the Ziebell family using local bluestone and typical German design. Surrounded by a barn, smoke house, bathhouse and beautifully maintained cottage garden the museum tells a fascinating story of the journey German and Wendish families made to Australia to establish dairy farms north of Melbourne. Visitors are transported to a time when Thomastown was known as Westgarthtown, Edgars Creek ran through open pasture and immigration was by tall ship. The neighbouring reserve, Lutheran Church and historic Cemetery create further interest for tourists and locals alike.

Thomastown VIC

21 km away

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