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Mount Dandenong Summit – Burkes Lookout loop from Olinda

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Victoria

Mount Dandenong Summit – Burkes Lookout loop from Olinda

Hard

4.3

(12)

hikers

Mount Dandenong Summit – Burkes Lookout loop from Olinda

05:04

16.8km

560m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Dandenong Ranges National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.47 km

Rock Track

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rock Track (or Golf Course Track) is a moderately challenging, relatively short circuit walk that starts near the old Olinda Golf Course and offers beautiful views across the valley. Along the way, there are prominent rocky outcrops, and in some places, the path can be narrow with exposed roots, making it a bit rugged and slippery in wet conditions. It connects to the wider, gravelled Mathias Track and is a lovely, shady walk through towering forest, making it a great route for birdwatching.

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4.64 km

Predator Track Forest Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Predator Track Forest Walk is a relatively short walking trail that winds through cool, shaded forest with tall trees, ferns, and other native vegetation typical of the Dandenong Ranges. Its gentle grades and tranquil bush setting make it an enjoyable section of the wider Dandenong Ranges Loop walking route.

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6.03 km

Olinda Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Here there is a viewing platform for Olinda Falls, right above the lower cascade. You get a very nice view of the falls from here and there is a bench where you can sit and take a break if you want to take some time to enjoy the view.

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7.72 km

Mechanics Reserve

Forest

8.96 km

Mount Dandenong summit

Highlight • Summit

The summit of Mount Dandenong definitely has a lot going on. Not only is it the highest point of the surrounding mountains (633 meters), it also has great views of Melbourne in the distance, the Skyhigh Restaurant, a picnic garden, lodging, and even a maze!

Tip by

10.8 km

Burkes Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

Panoramic view of Melbourne and the suburbs below. A better view than the Skyhigh complex that charges entry fees for cars.

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11.3 km

Zig Zag Track

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Zig Zag Track does exactly what is says on the tin, a series of switchbacks take you up, or down, the peaks of the Dandenong Range. Mount Corhanwarrabul is the closest summit to the track but you can also reach the summit of Mount Dandenong by following the Kyeema Track.

Tip by

15.7 km

Dandenong Ranges National Park

Nature Reserve

16.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.9 km

1.20 km

649 m

542 m

369 m

111 m

Surfaces

4.75 km

4.06 km

2.83 km

2.51 km

1.31 km

1.30 km

Elevation

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Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (390 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

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Mount Dandenong Summit – Burkes Lookout loop from Olinda

Rock Track

Predator Track Forest Walk

Olinda Falls

Mount Dandenong summit

Burkes Lookout

Zig Zag Track

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