Hike at a Glance
Max elevation: 349m
Min elevation: 147m
Total Ascent: 435m
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Getting there
Getting to the trailhead: Werribee Gorge State Park.
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
Similar walks nearby
Looking for more walks in or near Werribee Gorge State Park? Try these trails with a similar difficulty grade.
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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3 Reviews on “Werribee Gorge: Circuit - Short Circuit Track (7.6km)”
This is an excellent hike through on of Victoria’s spectacular river gorges. This hike has a bit of everything from easy walking along the river, a bit of rock scrambling and a couple of short but steep sections. The views are amazing and the sense of remoteness makes this hike really special. You have to pick your days though as its extremely busy on weekends mow.
The best part of the hike
Mandi Pethick
Was saying recently I should explore Werribee Gorge. Looks really interesting.
We did this loop for the first time at the weekend in glorious weather, but unfortunately the trail markings are pretty inconsistent. Each trail is represented by a colour triangle, but sometimes they disappear! We took wrong turns on numerous occasions along with quite a few other hikers – it was actually quite funny bumping into people who were lost too!
The Park would benefit for some clearer wayfaring design! There are no takeaway maps available at the carpark, so take a photo of the map at the info shelter and take a compass, so at least you’ll know which way to go when you come to a crossroad with confusing signage!
On a positive note, trail is great – lots of variety and a couple of fun scrambles round the bottom of the cliff (hence the pic of the ropes at the top of this page!).
Wow. Did this last week! The 10km circuit! Absolutely awesome
Oliver Bonaccorso day trip?
This is a fantastic walk. One of my favourites.
Sharon Gallagher
Jo Edwards
Nicky Leitch Debbie Jackson we should do this one
Brittney Henderson
David Newton this is it
Great walk. Bec Proctor
Is this hike clearly marked or do you need a map and compass etc?