Taking kids on an overnight hike needs some careful planning, particularly around the gear you use and the weight you can realistically expect a child to carry. The earlier kids get used to hiking longer distances, as early as age 3, the more likely they are to want more of it as they get older. Before you get started, it’s worth reading the article I’ve put together on overnight hiking with your kids.
As I live in Victoria this is where I’ve hiked the most with my kids, so I’ve put together a handful of overnight hikes with kids in Victoria. They vary in distance, but each one has been a great way to introduce my kids to nature and the experience of hiking, and I think yours will love them too. What they all have in common is that they’re not overly long, the terrain is varied, there’s an interesting feature at the end of the first day, and any steep sections are short lived. When you’re ready for something more challenging, search the rest of the site.
If you know of any other overnight hikes in Victoria that are perfect for kids, let me know so I can include them here.
Barigar Walk (17km)
Read more →Barigar Walk is a 17km, grade 4, one way hike in Grampians National Park, Victoria. This hike typically takes 2 days to complete.
Beeripmo Walk (21km)
Read more →Beeripmo Walk is a 21km, grade 4 hike in the Mount Cole State Forest and Mount Buangor State Park, Victoria. The hike can take 1 or 2 days to complete.
East Walk to Mine Camp Hike (13km)
Read more →East Walk to Mine Camp is a 13km, grade 3 hike in Lerderderg State Park, Victoria. This hike typically takes 4 hours to complete. Its also a great overnight hike for kids.
Mount Feathertop: The Razorback Hike (22km)
Read more →Mount Feathertop – The Razorback is a 22km, grade 4 hike in the Alpine National Park, Victoria. This hike typically takes 7 hours to complete.
Mud-Dadjug Walk (22km)
Read more →Mud-Dadjug Walk is a 22km, grade 4, one way hike in Grampians National Park, Victoria. This hike typically takes 2 days to complete but can also be completed as a day hike.
Wilsons Prom: Sealers Cove Hike (19.5km)
Read more →Wilsons Promontory Sealers Cove is a 19.5km, grade 4 hike in Wilsons Promontory National Park, Victoria. This hike typically takes 1-2 days to complete.
Hello! Sorry – I’m looking for the list of overnight hikes but can’t seem to find it? Help please!
Hi Carly, you may wish to try this page https://www.trailhiking.com.au/explore-australia/overnight-hikes-australia/
What are some of your favourite kid-friendly trails in Victoria that offer a mix of adventure and fun features?
Good post! Sadly my kids are all grown up,but I might use this resource to introduce some friends who would like some entry level overnight hikes!
Scott Timlock thank you. Hope your friends find it useful. My kids are all grown up too, that’s them in the pic. They are off doing things with their girlfriends now and not their dad 😞
Trail Hiking Australia yep sounds very familiar!
Those boys! Love ‘em.
Me too