Hike at a Glance

Quick overview: Discover the charm of Victoria's Werribee Gorge State Park with a moderate 5.1km circuit hike through Ingliston Gorge. Starting and ending at the Ingliston Gorge car park, near the town of Bacchus Marsh, this trail offers a captivating journey through Sloss's Gully, along cliffs with stunning views of the gorge, and beside the peaceful Whitehorse Creek. With options to explore Ingliston Creek section and walk the creek bed in dry conditions, this hike is a perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty, just 71km from Melbourne.

Length:

5.1km

Duration:

2 hrs

Grade:

Style:

Circuit

Max elevation: 415m

Min elevation: 297m

Total Ascent: 180m

Start: Ingliston Gorge car park

End: Ingliston Gorge car park

Werribee Gorge State Park

Victoria

Nearby town: Bacchus Marsh

From state capital: 71km

Latitude: -37.65926098

Longitude: 144.3219101428986

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Hike overview

Enjoy a captivating circuit hike through Ingliston Gorge, commencing and concluding at the Ingliston Gorge car park. From the car park, embark on the management vehicle track, venturing southwest along the fence line. Just before encountering the gas pipeline easement, veer east into Sloss's Gully.

Traverse the gully, descending approximately 700 meters before the trail veers west along a shallow gully, reuniting with the gas easement. Turn east and cross the easement, arriving at a trail marker about 20 meters on the south side.

Embrace the winding trail as it meanders through the saddle, leading you to an exposed cliff face that unveils breathtaking views of the gorge below. Continue along the trail, traversing the hillside as it descends along a ridge towards Whitehorse Creek.

Upon reaching the creek, you have two options: venture right to follow Whitehorse Creek through the gorge or veer left to explore the Ingliston Creek section. This detour, approximately 45 minutes round trip, is well worth the effort.

Navigate your way through the gorge, keeping Whitehorse Creek your companion. In dry conditions, you may find it more convenient to simply walk along the creek bed as the trail zigzags the creek along a less defined path.

Follow the gorge for approximately 1.2 kilometers until you reach a signpost indicating the exit point from the creek. Ascend the gully, following the trail back to a management track. Continue along this track, tracing the fence line, until you return to the Ingliston Gorge car park, where your captivating journey concludes.

Tips

The walk is marked with orange trail markers. Within the gorge the trail is poorly defined and it is often easier to follow animal trails as the creek can be challenging due to fallen trees. Following heavy rain the gorge section may be impassable ad the trail zig zags across the creek often. Hiking poles will definitely help.

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Ingliston Gorge Sloss Gully Walk (5.1km)

Total distance: 5169 m
Max elevation: 415 m
Min elevation: 297 m
Total climbing: 180 m
Total descent: -180 m

Getting there

Getting to the trailhead: Werribee Gorge State Park.

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.

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Closest towns to this walk: Bacchus Marsh, Ballan, Blackwood, Geelong, Gellibrand Hill, Gisborne, Gordon, Greendale, Hoppers Crossing, Little River, Melton, Myrniong, Point Cook, Toolern Vale, Werribee

Access conditions

2WD Access
Winding Road
Small Car Park

About the region

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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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.

Explore safe

Plan ahead and hike safely! Carry enough water, pack layers for changing conditions, and bring safety gear like a torch, PLB, and reliable communication device. Check official sources for trail updates, closures, and access requirements, and review local weather and bushfire advice. Most importantly, share your plans with someone before you go. Being prepared makes for a safer and more enjoyable hike! Stay Safe, Explore More, and Always #ExploreSafe.

Packing checklists

What you carry in your pack depends on factors like weather, terrain, and your adventure type. Not sure what to bring? My free planning, food, and packing checklists are a great starting point, covering day hikes, overnight trips, and multi-day adventures. Use them to customise your kit and always prioritise safety.

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Before heading out, take a moment to fill out your trip intentions form. It’s a quick way to share your hike details with family or friends. If something goes wrong, they can notify emergency services, ensuring a faster response and peace of mind. Stay safe and enjoy your adventure

Reviews
Ingliston Gorge Sloss Gully Walk (5.1km)

8 Reviews on “Ingliston Gorge Sloss Gully Walk (5.1km)”

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Mel Kel

Anita Karnakowski holidays walk

24/03/2022, 05:21

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Tim Powell

New directional signs have been added and the car park is a little easier to notice.
The walk is good. Steep in places with loose rock, but the geology is very interesting, even for young children.

24/03/2022, 05:21

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Gage Less

Completed this on the weekend. A little info that might be useful for others: the ‘carpark’ is tiny and can be difficult to find. Do not take Ingliston-Settlement Rd (as google maps suggests when you enter ‘Ingliston Gorge Track’). This will lead to a dead-end private residence. Instead, continue driving SE on Ingliston Rd (with the rail line to your left). Not too much further past Ingliston-Settlement Rd, Ingliston Rd becomes an unsealed dirt road. The carpark is 50m further on the right. Of the track itself, we found it to be very well marked. You rarely went more than 50m without seeing an orange ribbon or arrow. Excellent views on the ridge and a fun walk that can accommodate novices. It took two hours with a 20-min break for photos at the viewpoint.

24/03/2022, 05:21

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Grant Hollingworth

Awesome find. Not a lot of view points but a great hike in a isolated area

19/03/2022, 00:56

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Acknowledgement of Country

Ingliston gorge sloss gully walk (5. 1km)

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.

Curated by: Darren Edwards | Trail Hiking Australia

Last modified:

February 25, 2025

Hike at a Glance

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Ingliston Gorge Sloss Gully Walk (5.1km)