A high standard rail trail traversing Melbourne's inner suburbs. Traverses parkland and quite a few railway heritage structures remain.
Part of the Capital City Trail. There are lots of cafes nearby as well as Yarra Bend Park.
All major road crossings have traffic signals.
Grade 2 (Easy) -Â
A Gentle Introduction to Inclines: Grade 2 on the
AWTGS represents easy walking tracks that offer a slightly more challenging experience compared to Grade 1. Similar to Grade 1, no prior bushwalking experience is required. The track surface is typically hardened or compacted and may have gentle hill sections or occasional steps. The total distance of a Grade 2 walk is typically no greater than 10 kilometers. These walks are still suitable for families with a bit more experience or those seeking a gentle introduction to some inclines.
Rushall to Royal Park in Melbourne Region
Inner suburban Melbourne, 5km from Melbourne
Sealed
Flat
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Nearby towns: Brighton, Carlton, Docklands, Fitzroy, Footscray, Melbourne, Richmond, South Melbourne, South Yarra, Southbank, St Kilda
About the region
Brunswick is a laid-back multicultural suburb popular with a young, alternative crowd, and known as a destination for live music, upbeat pubs and beer gardens. At the area's heart, Sydney Road has Middle Eastern and Mediterranean eateries, offbeat shops, shisha lounges and cafes along its considerable length. Neighbouring East Brunswick is more upscale, home to upwardly mobile professionals and craft-beer bars.
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