National Park Guide
Churchill National Park is a preserved natural area located approximately 18.6 miles (30 km) southeast of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The park features woodland and original forest, offering a glimpse into the region's pre-settlement landscape with diverse eucalypt species and native flora. Its varied terrain, including peaceful walking tracks, challenging inclines, and open tracks, provides a suitable environment for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Churchill National Park offers…
69
Routes
4.7
(151)
Average rating
1869
People visited

4.5
(14)
366
hikers
3.17km
01:16
250m
250m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(13)
252
hikers
6.03km
01:36
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
(4)
57
hikers
8.27km
02:45
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
33
hikers
4.03km
01:16
170m
170m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.8
(6)
72
riders
39.4km
02:20
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
43
riders
46.7km
03:28
80m
80m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
32
riders
50.6km
03:04
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
37
riders
56.4km
03:19
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.0
(1)
48
riders
75.0km
03:42
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
52
riders
49.2km
02:33
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

37
riders
39.0km
02:11
220m
220m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.7
(6)
34
riders
35.2km
01:48
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

23
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
runners
10.2km
01:24
520m
520m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
22
runners
17.2km
02:26
820m
820m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

8
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(5)
16
riders
44.5km
02:37
70m
70m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
21
riders
48.5km
03:03
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
78.6km
06:27
1,350m
1,350m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
riders
52.1km
03:14
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(2)
18
riders
20.6km
02:00
420m
420m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
32.4km
01:47
130m
130m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
9
riders
19.6km
01:53
390m
390m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(3)
4
riders
46.8km
02:44
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Churchill National Park offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The park features more than 50 routes for various skill levels. Visitors have rated routes in the park with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Popular hiking trails include the Kokoda Track Memorial Walk Circuit (1000 Steps), a 2-mile (3.2 km) route, and the Lysterfield Lake Circuit, which is about 3.7 miles (6 km) long. Many trails offer peaceful walks through woodland. More information can be found in the Hiking in Churchill National Park guide.
Yes, Churchill National Park provides a variety of mountain biking tracks. Examples include the Valley View Track loop from Lysterfield Park, a challenging 13-mile (21 km) route. There are designated trails catering to various skill levels, and e-bikes are permitted on some tracks. Consult the MTB Trails in Churchill National Park guide for more details.
The park's tracks are suitable for jogging, offering a natural environment for runners. A popular option is the Running loop from Lysterfield Park, a moderate 4-mile (6.5 km) route. The Running Trails in Churchill National Park guide provides additional options.
Churchill National Park and its surrounding areas offer routes for touring, road, and gravel cycling. Examples include the Burwood Highway Bike Bridge – Dandenong Creek Trail loop for touring cyclists, a 25-mile (40 km) route. The Cycling in Churchill National Park guide details various routes.
Yes, Churchill National Park features easy walking tracks suitable for beginners. The Kokoda Track Memorial Walk Circuit (1000 Steps) is rated as easy. The Easy hikes in Churchill National Park guide provides more accessible options.
The park preserves woodland and original forest, showcasing a pre-settlement landscape. Notable features include the Trig Point Lookout, offering panoramic views, and a network of creeks. Over a dozen eucalypt species and numerous native orchids contribute to the park's biodiversity.
Churchill National Park is home to diverse native wildlife. Visitors may observe Eastern Grey Kangaroos, Swamp Wallabies, and Echidnas. The park is significant for birdlife, with over 170 species recorded, including Powerful Owls and Peregrine Falcons.
Wildflowers are abundant in spring, offering a vibrant display of native flora. The park's tracks are generally accessible year-round for various activities. Specific seasonal considerations for activities are not detailed in the park information.
Information regarding dog access within Churchill National Park is not provided in the available data. Visitors should consult the official park website or contact Parks Victoria for current regulations on pets.
Komoot offers several guides for Churchill National Park, including Hiking in Churchill National Park, MTB Trails in Churchill National Park, and Cycling in Churchill National Park. There are also guides for running, road cycling, gravel biking, and easy hikes.
Churchill National Park is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 2,600 visitors having explored its routes. The park's routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 150 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
The official website for Churchill National Park is part of the Parks Victoria website. The official website is www.parks.vic.gov.au. For direct inquiries, Parks Victoria can be reached by phone at 13 1963.

