Trail Fast Facts
Fryers Ridge Circuit is a 19.1km, grade 3 hike in Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve, Victoria. This hike typically takes 5 hours to complete.
Hike Overview
This Fryers Ridge Circuit hike will take you though the scenic woodlands expanse of Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve. This is a quiet woodland area with several small streams.
Tracks are very well-marked four-wheel drive trails. Bird life is very active in this park and you will most probably see some wallabies and kangaroos.
You will find plenty of good places to have lunch near dams or in general open Woodland.
Track Grade
Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.
Tips
The hike starts out with a moderate assent on good well-marked four-wheel drive tracks. The terrain is undulating hills but nothing to difficult.
Around the northern section near Telecom Track the tracks become steeper.
Variation - The hike is fairly long. A recommended variation is at the far northern section of hike whilst on Sugarbag Track to take a right on the unnamed track (-37.145523°, 144.284649°) to shorten the track by a couple of kilometres. Another reason for this variation is that the current path takes you close to the edge of the reserve.
Map and GPX file
Max elevation: 582 m
Min elevation: 393 m
Total climbing: 456 m
Total descent: -455 m
Thanks to Pete Vino for sharing this trail
Trail Location (trailhead)
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Getting there
Take the Calder Freeway northbound from Melbourne. Exit C794 towards Malmsbury. Continue through Malsbury and into Taradale.
Turn left (near old BP/Post Office across road) on Roderick Street. Roderick Street will join Fryerstown Road. Continue past the properties and vineyards until you cross the creek and reach Salt Water track. Limited parking near this intersection.
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About the region
The Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve west of Taradale, Victoria, Australia. The west edge of the Reserve is delimited by the Fryers Ridge Track. The east edge of the Reserve is delimited by the Coliban Main Channel. The service track alongside the portion of the channel within the reserve is accessible to walkers. Generally the gradient of the service track is very low.
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Gear to consider
What you carry in your pack will depend on the weather, terrain, time of year, type of adventure, and personal preferences. Having trouble deciding what gear’s right for you? My free planning, food and packing checklists provide an introduction to things your could consider (as well as the Ten Essentials) on your day, overnight and multi-day adventures. Customise your kit according to your personal needs, always considering safety first.Â
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.
3 Reviews on “Fryers Ridge Circuit Hike (19.1km)”
Gemma Romiti
Steven Anderson
Teresa Thomas
Dariush
Thanks for posting more hikes to enjoy. Would love to learn more multiday hikes around Australia too if you have info
Thanks Pete Vino for sharing this trail
Van Diemens
Beaut pic, guys! 😀 Was up at Kuitpo in SA yesterday and the woodlands looked quite similar.
Great, quiet little walk. The timing of 5 hours is pretty good if you include a break for a bit of lunch. The second half of the trek is nicer, as you’re up more on the ridge and have views through the trees.
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