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    Woowookarung - ‘place of plenty’ is part of the traditional lands of the Wadawurrung Aboriginal people.

    Kim-barne Wadawurrung Tabayl - Welcome to Wadawurrung Country. Enjoy and discover the nature of Woowookarung Regional Park.

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    Woowookarung Regional Park is a brand new 641-hectare park in Ballarat by the people, for the people.

    Perfect for bushwalking, trail running and cycling, the informal network of tracks are surrounded by Messmate Stringybark, Grass Trees, and native heath.

    Take your dog for a walk (on lead) to scenic lookouts, or ride your horse through the former state forest and plantation, while keeping an eye out for kangaroos, echidnas, bird species, and colourful wildflowers.

    Keen mountain bikers can discover two existing trails located behind Mount Clear College.

    There are currently no toilets, car park or picnic areas in the park, but the Woowookarung Regional Park Strategic Directions Plan (PDF) outlines the proposed visitor facilities planned for the future.

    Things to do

    A father teaches his young daughter to ride a bike in Braeside Park.

    Cycling

    Cycling is a great way to enjoy the beautiful surroundings in parks. Whether you're looking for a leisurely ride or downhill adrenalin rush, Victoria's parks have something for you.
    Four friends relax by the edge of the Yarra River as their curly brown dog gets ready to jump in the water.

    Dog walking

    Round up your dog, grab the lead and visit dog-friendly parks near Melbourne and across Victoria.
    A young mountain biker attempts a drop while cheered on by his father and older sister at the You Yangs Regional Park.

    Mountain biking

    Explore parks on two wheels with mountain bike trails to suit most experience and fitness levels.
    A couple run through the bush and leaves at Lysterfield Park.

    Trail running

    Get active and healthy in nature by taking your exercise fitness routine outdoors to one of many park running trails.
    Two women follow the path through scrub up Mt Bogong with mountain views in the distance.

    Walking

    Whether you’re after a gentle stroll or something long-distance, there are walking trails to suit all levels of fitness and ability.

    Woowookarung Regional Park

    This area is well known for its wildlife. Keep an eye out for:

    Echidnas
    Kangaroos

    Tours in the area

    Bushwalking, four-wheel driving, horse riding, kayaking, rock climbing and mountain biking are just some of the many activities you can experience in Victoria's parks.


    If you want to try something new or meet some like-minded people on your next visit to a park, contact a licensed tour operator.


    Parks Victoria licenses tour operators who are experts in these activities and more. They will help you get the most out of your visit.

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    How to get there

    When you're there

    Download the Woowookarung Regional Park visitor guide for more information about the park and the plethora of experiences to be had within its borders.

    When to go

    Need to know

    Accessibility

    Please be mindful of track conditions and other visitors as all park tracks are unsealed and shared by walkers, riders and drivers.

    How we keep it special

    Shaping the future

    The Strategic Directions Plan has been developed to guide management of the park for the next 20 years and is the result of in-depth consultation and collaboration with the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners and local community, including Friends of Canadian Corridor, Ballarat City Council, Department of Health and Human Services, residents, interested user groups, schools, universities and the broader Victorian community.

    While there are no visitor facilities currently in the park, Parks Victoria is working with Wadawurrung, the Traditional Owners, and the community, including Friends of Canadian Corridor, Ballarat City Council, local residents, interested user groups, schools, universities and the broader Victorian community to decide and plan the future of the park.


    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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