Melbourne Airport 56 min
Emerald Lake Park (23 min) Lakeside park with picnic areas, walking trails, paddle boating & fishing in picturesque surrounds. Jells Park (23 min) A trail runs along the manmade lake in this large, tranquil park with open lawns & picnic shelters. William Ricketts Sanctuary (18 min) The artist, William Ricketts, is remembered by his works at this forest sanctuary for contemplation. Puffing Billy Railway (6 min) This open-air train with first-class dining carriages travels through the scenic Dandenong Ranges. Sherbrooke Falls (6 min) George Tindale Memorial Gardens (10 min) Garden and park Mount Dandenong (21 min) Popular mountaintop spot with views of Melbourne's skyline & a cafe/bistro with observation decks. GRANTS ON SHERBROOKE, Grants Picnic Ground (8 min) BBQ facilities & picnic tables near a forest with fern gullies, paths & native birds like lorikeets. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden Ornamental Lake (18 min) 36-hectare garden with extensive paths past diverse plants, trees & water features, plus a cafe. Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps) (10 min) Scenic walking track in lush forest surrounds lined with plaques devoted to Australian soldiers. Dandenong Ranges National Park (8 min) This scenic forested area filled with birds offers multi-use trails, picnic areas & a playground. Dandenong Ranges (19 min) Large mountain range with botanic gardens, wildlife & zip lines, plus an art-filled cultural center. Lysterfield Park (17 min) Scenic waterfront park featuring trails for hiking & cycling, plus lake sports & kangaroo sightings. Trees Adventure - Glen Harrow Park (7 min) Ropes course with zip lining & aerial challenges among tall trees, including a sequoia & old oaks. Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden (11 min) Walking trails wind through this scenic, wooded garden park with a boathouse, waterfalls & islands. |