Embark on the Centenary Walk and The Island hike, commencing at Meikles Point Picnic Area or the Quarry. This anti-clockwise loop follows the Gorge Circuit Track, ascending Patterson's Spur before traversing picturesque gullies and arriving at the Quarry Picnic Area.
Proceed north along the circuit track, passing the toilet block and temporarily exiting the park. Continue past Hanson's Farm and reach the intersection of the Circuit Track and Centenary Walk. Take a right turn, diverging through open woodland towards the bridge across Myrniong Creek at Junction Pool.
After crossing the creek, a challenging ascent awaits, leading to the top of the James Whyte Island Reserve, where panoramic views over Werribee Gorge and beyond will mesmerize you.
Retrace your steps back to the junction of the Circuit Track and Centenary Walk, but this time, take a right turn instead of continuing straight. Follow the old vehicle track until you reach Eastern Viewpoint, where breathtaking panoramic views over the James Whyte Island Reserve unfold before your eyes.
Backtrack approximately 100 meters and embark on the Short Circuit walk, located on your right. Follow this track until you encounter a disused water channel at the circuit walk junction. Turn right here and continue along the trail for a short distance before descending a set of stairs, leading you back to Meikles Point Picnic Area, where your adventure concludes.
Grade 4 (Hard) -
Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the
AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.
- Highlights: Open woodlands, creek crossings, steep climb to James Whyte Island Reserve, expansive views.
- Trail can be taken in any direction.
- The river is prone to flooding so avoid after heavy rains.
- Walking poles will be beneficial.
- Alternate is to follow the Gorge Circuit Track from Eastern Viewpoint and return to Meikles Point via Werribee Gorge, following the Werribee River.
Total distance: 12548 m
Max elevation: 384 m
Min elevation: 147 m
Total climbing: 658 m
Total descent: -658 m
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Follow the Western Highway past Bacchus Marsh to the Pentland Hills exit (5km beyond Bacchus Marsh). At the end of the exit ramp turn right to pass under the freeway. Turn left onto Pentland Hills Road. After passing under the freeway again turn left onto Myers Road and follow it down to the Werribee Gorge State Park.
- 2WD Access
- Gravel Road
- Winding Road
- Large Car Park
- Public Toilets
- Untreated Water
- Picnic Shelter
- Picnic Table
- Campfire Pit
Werribee Gorge State Park is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape that includes the traditional Country of the Wadawurrung and Wurundjeri Peoples. Werribee Gorge is a wild, rugged natural beauty shaped by 500 million years of geological history. A range of challenging walks amid the steep, river-washed gorge and surrounding rocky ridges offer spectacular views and access to a rock-climbing site within the park. Self-sufficient visitors can picnic and hike to explore this unique park and its distinctive settings.
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