Best trails in Churchill National Park
Churchill National Park is located in the Greater Melbourne, in Victoria. It was named after Sir Winston Churchill. It used to be the police corps headquarters and grazing land for their horses. It is now a great place to hike, cycle, jog and do some birdwatching! Among the park grounds you could spot powerful owls, honey-eaters, parrots, fairy-wrens, and cockatoos. Also prevalent in the park are the groups of Eastern Grey kangaroos and swamp wallabies.
Top trails
(527)
•Moderate
•4.7 mi
•Est. 2.5–3 hr
An enjoyable trail through the Churchill National Park located south east of Melbourne, Victoria. Parking is available at the start of the trail just off Army Track.
The trail features good variation in scenery, gradients and forest types, with lots of kangaroos and fungi along the way. There are many alternative trails in the area you can use to adjust the length of your hike.
(260)
•Moderate
•4.3 mi
•Est. 2–2.5 hr
This is a wonderful walk through the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges near Melbourne, Victoria. The trail takes you to the top of Lysterfield Hills, ascending some steep hills and following wide tracks that make it easy to navigate.
The climb is definitely worth it, with stunning views from the top. You'll likely be lucky enough to spot some kangaroos and wallabies in their natural habitat.
(182)
•Moderate
•5.2 mi
•Est. 2.5–3 hr
This is an enjoyable trail through the Churchill National Park, located about 37 kilometres southwest of Melbourne, Victoria. This looped route begins and ends from the picnic and parking area on Army Track within the park.
The trail is a mixture of 4WD tracks, and walking trails through beautiful scenery with a few hills to get the heart pumping!
(192)
•Easy
•2.2 mi
•Est. 1–1.5 hr
This is a relatively easy trail through Churchill National Park, about 30 kilometres southeast of Melbourne, Victoria. The trailhead is off Army Track within the park, near the suburb of Lysterfield South.
This trail is excellent for beginners, featuring a nice circuit around the park. There is always plenty of wildlife around to spot, including kangaroos and wallabies. Signage is limited along the track, and it can get muddy after rainfall.
(144)
•Easy
•3.8 mi
•Est. 2–2.5 hr
Discover Lysterfield Hill's breathtaking views of Melbourne's city skyline, Frankston and the Dandenong Ranges. Sit on the bench at the summit and watch the roos as they graze on the green grass.
The route begins from the parking area at the end of Army Track and follows Stonemasons, Lysterfield Hill, North Boundary, and Ridge Track. The climb to the summit is a steep one so be prepared to get your heart rate up.
(197)
•Moderate
•5.0 mi
•Est. 2–2.5 hr
An enjoyable trail through Churchill National Park in outer south east Melbourne, located not too far north from Dandenong, Victoria. This looped route begins and ends from Bergins Road in the suburb of Roweville.
The trail itself features a good mixture of wide fire management trails to narrow bush walking tracks.
(14)
•Moderate
•3.1 mi
•Est. 1.5–2 hr
This is a pretty straightforward trail leading you up to the Trig Point Lookout on Lysterfield Hills. There is a small parking area on Bergins Road, from where you can join onto the trail.
The route follows the fence line of Churchill National Park until it reaches the Lysterfield Hills Track. It's a relatively steady climb to the top where you'll find some nice views. Return via the same route.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Churchill National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Churchill National Park is Stonemasons Track, Woodland Walk, and Channel Track, which has a 4.6 star rating from 527 reviews. This trail is 4.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 935 ft.
What is the longest trail in Churchill National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Churchill National Park is Lysterfield Hills via Army Track and Woodland Walk. This trail is estimated to be 5.2 mi long.
How many trails are in Churchill National Park?
There are 7 trails in Churchill National Park. These trails have an average 4.5-star rating from 1,519 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Churchill National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Churchill National Park has you covered. Lysterfield Hills via Army Track and Woodland Walk boasts the most elevation gain with 1,010 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Stonemasons Track, Woodland Walk, and Channel Track, which will get you 935 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Churchill National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 running trails in Churchill National Park and the most popular is Stonemasons Track, Woodland Walk, and Channel Track with an average 4.6 star rating from 527 community reviews.