Daylesford - Lake Daylesford to Tipperary Springs Walk
The Lake Daylesford to Tipperary Springs walk is 8km in length and has a medium grade (reasonable level of fitness required). The walk has water races, mineral springs, picnic/BBQ areas and views over a creek and gorge.
Getting There: From the Daylesford Information Centre, proceed south along Vincent St/Ballan Rd. and turn right up Bleakley St to Lake Daylesford. Park your car here.
Map of Walk
The Walk: Walk to the left along the Lakeside track, over the bridge, past the interpretive board, down the slope to the Central Springs mineral spring pumps. (Now is a good time to fill your water bottles with fresh mineral water) Keeping the creek on your left, follow the track past the Sutton Springs until it intersects with the Midland Highway. Carefully cross the Highway and proceed to the Twin Bridges picnic area. You will come to a "Y" intersection about half way along. Keep going 30 metres and take the next track to the left. If you reach the creek you have gone too far. Proceed over the bridge on your left towards Tipperary Springs (2.3 km, 40 min). Sailors Creek will be on your right. Walk along the water race and enjoy the elevated views of the creek and the gorge. Descend down the steps and cross the bridge into Tipperary Springs picnic area. (Refill your water bottles from the pump. Note the difference in taste from the Central Springs mineral water. Toilets, picnic tables and wood BBQ's are available here).
Walk a short way up the bitumen road and turn right at the track indicated by the sign to Twin Bridges (2.3 km, 40 min). The creek will now be on your right hand side.
Approximately half way along this track there is a set of 56 steps to climb. Follow the arrows back to the Twin Bridges picnic area. Recross the Midland Highway (Be careful).
Cross the creek again via the bridge on your right. At the top of the steps, turn left and follow the water race towards Daylesford. (1.5 km, 20 min).
Pass by the Central Springs pumps. Cross the bridge in front of the falls and retrace your route along the side of Lake Daylesford back to the car park.
Notes:
Walk Safely: Always carry water when walking in the bush. Wear sturdy footwear, appropriate clothing and sunscreen. Stick to the track - keep well away from mine shafts and tunnels.
Location
1 Leggatt Street, Daylesford 3460 Map
