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Outer Circle Rail Trail Walk (15km)

Melbourne Region

Victoria

15km

4 hrs

Grade 3

One Way

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Hike at a Glance

Quick overview: Explore the rich history and urban parkland of the 15km Outer Circle and Rosstown Rail Trails, a moderate Grade 3 hike in Melbourne. Starting at Boyd Park near Hughesdale Station, the trail unveils suburban beauty from Fairfield to East Malvern and runs beside the Alamein railway line. Marvel at the native bushland park of the Urban Forest and navigate through the only unsealed section of the trail. Be prepared for numerous road crossings and some blind corners. The trail ends at the Scotchman's Creek Trail, leading to Jells Park for extended adventures.

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Hike overview


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.

Practical information


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Outer Circle Rail Trail Walk (15km)


Explore safely


Planning this hike? Most incidents develop before you even start. Safe outcomes depend on how navigation, hydration, environment, load and judgement work together. Small oversights can compound quickly in Australian conditions. See how it happens in the Hiking Safety Systems Foundations. Then use the Hiking Safety Systems, planning calculators, and make sure a trusted contact has your trip plan before heading out.

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Register your plans

Before you go, complete a trip intentions form and share it with a trusted contact. Agree on a Late-Back Time and ask them to call 000 (Police) if you have not checked in. A clear trip plan is one of the simplest and most effective safety steps you can take.

Planning checklists


Download the hiking preparation and safety checklists before leaving home to help you think through your plans. They help ensure important considerations are not overlooked and support safer decision-making on the trail.

Getting there


Getting to the trailhead: Melbourne Region.

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Accommodation nearby


Find accommodation close to the trailhead including hotels, cabins, and campgrounds. Use the interactive map to explore available options in nearby towns.

Nearby towns: Brighton, Carlton, Docklands, Fitzroy, Footscray, Melbourne, Richmond, South Melbourne, South Yarra, Southbank, St Kilda

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Acknowledgement of Country

Outer circle rail trail walk (15km) trail hiking australia

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.

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