Moysey Walk (Beaumaris)

Starting at the Beaumaris Community Centre, the Moysey Walk is 3.9 kilometres long with a walking time of 1 hour. The trail path is moderate in terms of difficulty and there are some hilly sections.

Walk Summary:

Time 1 hour
Distance: 3.9 kilometres
Difficulty: moderate; some small hills
Seats: Beaumaris Reserve, Banksia Reserve, Beaumaris Shopping Concourse
Melway: ref 86 D6
Bus routes: 600, 922
Wheelchair access: Sealed footpath entire trail, except reserves
Parking: Beaumaris Community Centre, 90 Reserve Road Beaumaris
Toilets: Beaumaris Reserve, Banksia Reserve, Keys Street shops

Trail directions:

The walk begins at the Beaumaris Community Centre. Pick up the trail and head north towards Cloris Avenue.

1 As you walk towards Cloris Avenue, you'll notice the Friendship Path and Gardens, built in 1990 as a community project for young people.

2 Banksia Reserve has a lovely playground and is the perfect location to sit down and enjoy a short break. The reserve is home to the Beaumaris Football and Lawn Tennis Clubs.

3 After walking past Banksia Reserve, turn left into Tramway Parade. The street name refers to the trams that once ran along the parade for two periods of time. Horse drawn trams were used from 1887 to 1914 and electric trams from 1926 to 1931. This tram service closed down in 1931 due to a lack of patronage.

4 A true highlight of this trail is Moysey Gardens, which is located across Beach Road on Port Phillip Bay. This was the original site of the Moysey family home. If you have the time, it is definitely worthwhile visiting the site of the former Beaumaris Baths, Keefers Boathouse and Jetty located on the water. Although destroyed by fire in 1984, the structures date back to 1901. You'll also notice various coastal trail signboards along the foreshore. Contact Bayside Council for more details and a brochure.

5 Continue to walk along Beach Road while taking in the magnificent coastal views and attractions of Port Phillip Bay. After you pass the Beaumaris Pavilion, turn right into Keys Street where you'll find a small shopping centre.

6 Before you complete the walk, take the time to stop and wander through the Beaumaris Shopping Concourse. This is the ideal location to meet friends and grab a bite to eat in one of several fine food establishments or cafes.