You Yangs Regional Park

Yesterday we visited the You Yangs Regional Park which is located 60km south west of Melbourne. The park is known for its distinctive granite peaks and dense bush surrounds.

From the base car park it is a 8.5km return walk to Flinders peak which is 340m high, the walk is generally easy, however there are a lot of steps from the turntable car park to the peak.

The peak is named after Matthew Flinders, and was used by Flinders to map out parts of port Philip bay. At the peak there is a viewing deck and a bench which makes for the perfect lunch spot.

The east west circuit which explores the lower lying bush surrounding flinders peak is an additional 4.5km in length. The east west track can be very steep in parts and a solid level of fitness is recommended.

Additionally there are around 50km of mountain bike trails to explore, hence the You Yangs Regional Park is an ideal choice for anyone looking for challenging day walks and/or rides in a truly beautiful setting.