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Sep 18, 2024 · If you’re a Melbourne local, you’ve probably heard of You Yangs Regional Park. Under an hour from Melbourne’s CBD, it’s the ultimate Explorer’s playground. Ally’s hiked, biked, and run all over the You Yangs, and she’s got the best tips to help you make the most of your visit.
- Ally Burnie
Magnificent views, birdlife and a mecca for walkers, horse riders and mountain bikers - welcome to the You Yangs! The distinctive granite peaks of this park rise abruptly from the flat plains below. Flinders Peak and Big Rock have panoramic views out to Melbourne, which is just an hour away.
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- Attraction
- Turntable Drive Little River, 3211, Victoria
- You Yangs Regional Park
- Getting There
- Lace-Up Your Hiking Boots
- Jump on The Bike
- Immerse Yourself in Wildlife and Nature
- Pack A Picnic
Just 55km from Melbourne and 22km from Geelong, the You Yangs Regional Park is an excellent spot to enjoy nature close to the city. Part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape in the traditional Country of the Wadawurrung People, the distinctive granite peaks of this park rise abruptly from the flat volcanic plains below, giving a gorgeous, picturesqu...
Located at 5 Branch Road, Little River in Victoria, the You Yangs Regional Park is situated just over 50 km southwest of Melbourne. Nestled along the Princes Freeway or M1, it’s about an hour’s drive from the city, with clear signposts to help you find your way. From Geelong, you’re only about 25 kilometres away and it will take you about 30 minute...
Within the You Yangs Regional Park, visitors can take a leisurely stroll or do the more demanding walking trail instead. Walking is one of this park’s most popular activities and there are walking trails to suit all levels of fitness and ability. The favourite is of course the 3.2-kilometre Flinders Peak Walk, which takes you to the highest point o...
If you love downhill thrills or just enjoy cruising along a dirt track, the mountain bike trails at the You Yangs are unmissable. This custom-designed mountain bike park has something for everyone no matter their skill level and are heralded as some of the best tracks for riders who want to challenge themselves. Here, you’ll find two designated mou...
Whether you’re hiking, mountain bike riding or at the You Yangs for a picnic, there’s something anyone with a pinch of patience can do – watch the wildlife and embrace the bounty of nature’s beauty. The You Yangs support a rich variety of plant species. Tall eucalypts such as manna gum, yellow gum and river red gum give way to sparse undergrowth of...
Dig out your tartan rug, it’s time to go picnicking! Nestled within You Yangs’ distinctive and highly recognisable granite peaks that can be seen between Melbourne and Geelong, this regional park of course offers the perfect positionings for picnics. There’s just something about eating outdoors with a perfectly curated spread of cheese, meats and d...
Jan 12, 2015 · The You Yangs are free to enter and are open all year round. During daylight saving you can come to the park between 7am until 6pm, and outside daylight savings the gates close at 5pm.
Sep 15, 2023 - Magnificent views, birdlife and a mecca for walkers, horse riders and mountain bikers - welcome to the You Yangs! The distinctive granite peaks of this park rise abruptly from the flat plains below...
The distinctive granite peaks of the You Yangs Regional Park provide a stunning backdrop for Little River. A mecca for bushwalking, mountain biking and horseback riding. For adventures on foot walk up the Flinders Peak summit trail to be rewarded with stunning views over Port Phillip Bay.
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Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 8 easy hiking trails in You Yangs Regional Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 6 to 2,030 feet in elevation gain.
