Blackwood - Lerderderg Heritage River Walk
A summary of the Lerderderg Heritage River Walk is:
Distance: Circuit 8.0km
Time: 2.5 hours return
Gradient: Fairly flat
Quality of Path: Formed track and crosses small creeks via bridges
Quality of Markings: Sign posted
A fairly leisurely flat walk which starts at the Garden of St Erth in Blackwood and follows the Lerderderg River to the north-west to what was once the Royal Dam and then returns along the river. Much of the route follows the path of Lerderderg Road.
Picnic Facilities
Picnic facilities, car parking and public toilets are available at the Jack Cann Reserve.
Access for Dogs:
Dogs are allowed in State forest but must be under direct control at all times and are expected to be on a leash in picnic and camping areas or when near other visitors.
Getting There
The Lerderderg Heritage River Walk starts and ends at the Jack Cann Reserve near the Garden of St Erth at 189 Simmons Reef Road, Blackwood. It is located approximately 1.5 hours from Melbourne and approximately 40 minutes from Ballarat. The walk is also easily accessed from the towns of Daylesford, Trentham and Woodend.
Location
189 Simmons Reef Road, Blackwood 3458 Map
Web Links
→ Lerderderg Heritage River Walk (AllTrails)
→ Lerderderg Heritage River Walk (Bushwalking Victoria)
→ Lerderderg Heritage River Walk (Bushwalking Blog)
