Best trails in Organ Pipes National Park

4.3(876 reviews)

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#65 of 637 national parks

Organ Pipes National Park is located in Central Victoria and is part of the Aboriginal cultural landscape of the Wurundjeri Traditional Owners. The highlight within the park are the dramatic Pleistocene volcanic rock formations of Jacksons Creek in the shape of hexagonal basalt columns. A hike through the park will allow you to admire this geological phenomenon dating back millions of years, to a prehistoric ocean.

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#1 - Organ Pipes, Rosette Rock and Tesselated Pavement Circuit

This trail meanders through the native woodland of this unique geological landscape of Victoria's volcanic plains. The iconic organ pipes rock formation was formed a million years ago when lava was forced up from a volcano and over the Keilor Plains. Rosette Rock is a unique outcrop of basalt columns resembling the spokes of a giant wheel or almost rose-like shape (hence the name). The tessellated pavement is much like Rosette Rock, but more mosaic in shape and form. Take your time and ...

#2 - Rosette Rock and Tessellated Pavement via Organ Pipes Tracks

This short loop is a great way to meander through the native woodland of this unique geological landscape of Victoria's volcanic plains. The Friends of the Organ Pipes Group maintain the park, keeping the native ecosystem in good health. If you take a picnic at the bottom, it's an excellent place for lunch. Lots of shade, mostly paved or gravel surface, with a steep climb at the end. If you wish to do a longer walk, several other options exist in the park. As the grade is steep most of the...

#3 - Organ Pipes via Organ Pipes Track

The Organ Pipes were formed from lava flows over the Keilor Plains from Mount Holden. When the lava flows settled into the terrains depressions and river valley, they cooled to become these basaltic columns. This trail is the short, easy and direct out and back route to the Organ Pipes lookout from the main car park if you're looking for a quick stop off the highway to take in this unique remnant geological formation of Victoria's volcanic plains. Users have reported that there are steep...

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Trail reviews for Organ Pipes National Park

1,429 trailgoers Busiest in September

Hamish John Appleby

Aug 2, 2025•Hiking

Easy to parkNot crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditionsGreat views

If you need some mental headspace and don't have too much time, then a 20-minute drive from Melbourne gets you to the organ pipes for a relaxing stroll around the circuit which takes under an hour that includes many stops along the way along the river and the organ pipes and other geological formations. It's an easy walk with a little bit of an uphill for the last 10 minutes, but very doable for people of all ages.

Difficulty: Easy

Rosette Rock and Tessellated Pavement via Organ Pipes Tracks

Kelly W

Apr 20, 2025•Hiking

Took me a minute to trust the green line as the path is not a set signposted path. Once on it it’s easy to follow. Slippery loose surface to make sure your shoes have good grip! Picnic tables and toilets at the bottom of the valley across from the organ pipes themselves. Steep hill back up to the carpark like others have said but that part is a sealed road and very do-able. Saw a wallaby near the creek. A better experience than I was expecting.

Organ Pipes, Rosette Rock and Tesselated Pavement Circuit

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Where is the best place to hike in Organ Pipes National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Organ Pipes National Park is Organ Pipes, Rosette Rock and Tesselated Pavement Circuit, which has a 4.4 star rating from 555 reviews. This trail is 1.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 216 ft.

What is the longest trail in Organ Pipes National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Organ Pipes National Park is Organ Pipes, Rosette Rock and Tesselated Pavement Circuit. This trail is estimated to be 1.5 mi long.

How many trails are in Organ Pipes National Park?

There are 3 trails in Organ Pipes National Park. These trails have an average 4.3-star rating from 876 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Organ Pipes National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Organ Pipes National Park has you covered. Organ Pipes, Rosette Rock and Tesselated Pavement Circuit boasts the most elevation gain with 216 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Rosette Rock and Tessellated Pavement via Organ Pipes Tracks, which will get you 203 ft of elevation gain.

Are there running trails available in Organ Pipes National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Organ Pipes National Park which is Organ Pipes, Rosette Rock and Tesselated Pavement Circuit with an average 4.4 star rating from 555 community reviews.