How long is the Olinda Falls walk?
14km
Olinda Falls and Valley is a 14km, grade 3 circuit hike, located in Dandenong Ranges, Victoria. The hike should take approximately 4hrs to complete.
Are Dandenong Ranges Open?
Dandenong Ranges National Park is open every day, including weekends and public holidays.
Can I take my dog to Olinda Falls?
Are dogs allowed at Olinda Falls? No. You can find dog-friendly areas and walking tracks here, the best off-leash dog walking area is at the old Olinda Golf Course, get directions to the course.
Can you swim in Olinda Falls?
The falls are an 300m walk from the car park. Accommodation Options: There is no camping at the Olinda Falls picnic area….More videos on YouTube.
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Which is better to see Olinda Falls or Dandenong falls?
Olinda Falls is the larger of the two and both are best seen after heavy rains. The walk to the falls is beautiful, though a little steep in parts with uneven rocky steps in the lower section. The falls are in two parts, the upper viewing platform, and the lower viewing area.
Can you leave a dog at Olinda Falls?
Dogs are not allowed at the Olinda Falls or within the park as it is part of the Dandenong Ranges National Park. Many of the parks within the Dandenong Ranges now ban dogs from being left in a parked vehicle. This includes Olinda Falls, Sherbrooke Falls car parking, and Grants Picnic Ground.
Is the Dandenong Ranges national park open year round?
The National Park remains open year round, so you can drive the Black Spur and visit the Dandenong Ranges National Park, Olinda Falls (500m, 30 mins return. Grade: Easy to moderate) and Sherbrooke Falls (2.4 km, 1 hour return. Grade: Easy to Moderate). Take a walk through the forested areas and enjoy the warm summer sunshine.
Where are the waterfalls in the Dandenong Ranges?
As for waterfalls, head south from Olinda Falls to Sherbrooke Falls. It is located only 10kms away and there are some lovely walking tracks around here. Have a great time in the Dandenong Ranges National Park! We will be arriving in Melbourne on Christmas Day and are hoping to visit the Dandenong Ranges on the way to the Yarra Valley.
