Hay and Burchell Walking Track

Starting near the Steiglitz Courthouse, in the historic township of Steiglitz, Brisbane Ranges National Park, this loop walk takes you through a historical part of Victoria's past, via the Hay Track and the Burchell Trail. This walk offers varied natural views, and there are plaques along the way where you can read about the old mining history of the area. You might also catch a glimpse of the local wildlife, which includes koalas, wallabies, echidnas, and many bird species. The track is in good condition overall, however, some sections aren't signed very well, and it is slightly muddy and overgrown in places. The last leg of the walk becomes quite rocky, and uncovered mine shafts can be seen from the trail. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	(-37.8770563,144.1782546)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Geelong Ring Road, M1 Turn on to Ballarat Road Off Ramp then drive for 430 m Keep right onto Midland Highway Off Ramp and drive for another 135 m Turn slight right and drive for another 20 m Turn right onto Ballarat Road, A300 and drive for another 1.7 km Turn right onto Ballan Road, C141 and drive for another 3.8 km Turn left onto Steiglitz Road, C142 and drive for another 27.3 km Turn left onto Williams Street and drive for another 25 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. Find the car park at the start.
	After another 25 m (at the intersection of Meredith-Steiglitz Road & Williams Street) turn left, to head along Meredith-Steiglitz Road (a road).
	After another 3 m continue straight, to head along Meredith-Steiglitz Road.
	After another 250 m turn left.
	After another 55 m turn left, to head along Regent Street.
	After another 155 m (at the intersection of Steiglitz-Durdidwarrah Road & Regent Street) continue straight, to head along Steiglitz-Durdidwarrah Road (a vehicle track). After another 55 m cross the bridge (about 20 m long)
	After another 20 m turn right.
	After another 305 m continue straight, to head along Hay Track.
	After another 980 m veer right.
	After another 70 m continue straight.
	After another 180 m veer left, to head along Allliance Track. After another 270 m head through/around the gate.
	At the intersection of Hut Road & Steiglitz-Durdidwarrah Road turn right, to head along Steiglitz-Durdidwarrah Road (a vehicle track).
	After another 170 m continue straight, to head along Steiglitz-Durdidwarrah Road. After another 50 m pass the "ThePines Car Park" (15 m on your right).
	006XJ rd turn left, to head along Mulrooneys Track (a vehicle track).
	After another 100 m (at the intersection of Mulrooneys Track & Burchell Trail) continue straight, to head along Burchell Trail (a walking track).
	After another 2.1 km (at the intersection of Hut Road & Burchell Trail) veer right, to head along Hut Road (a vehicle track).
	After another 25 m (at the intersection of Lease Road & Hut Road) continue straight, to head along Hut Road.
	After another 150 m turn left, to head along Hut Road. After another 110 m pass the "The Crossing picnic area" (30 m on your right).
	After another 510 m (at the intersection of Hut Road & Burchell Trail) turn sharp left, to head along Burchell Trail (a vehicle track).
	After another 45 m (at the intersection of Meredith-Steiglitz Road & Burchell Trail) continue straight, to head along Burchell Trail.
	After another 2.5 km (at the intersection of Wrixon Street & Burchell Trail) continue straight, to head along Burchell Trail. After another 240 m continue straight, to head along Burchell Trail.
	After another 220 m turn right. After another 115 m come to a car park. About 15 m past the end is a sign.
	The end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Hay and Burchell Walking Track

Grading

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	8.6 km
Time	2 h 45 min to 4 h

Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Gradient	Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
Signage	Minimal directional signs (4/6)
Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Avalon Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
  
  Wednesday 11 September
  
  19°C
  Showers developing.
  80% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Very high chance of showers, most likely in the late morning and afternoon. The chance of a thunderstorm during this afternoon and evening, possibly severe. Winds north to northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h shifting south to southwesterly 25 to 35 km/h in the middle of the day. Daytime maximum temperatures between 15 and 19.
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 10:20am to 2:20pm, UV Index predicted to reach 4 [Moderate]
  
  Thursday 12 September
  
  6°C → 16°C
  Cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Cloudy. Medium chance of showers in the east, slight chance elsewhere. Winds south to southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h becoming light in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 3 and 7 with daytime temperatures reaching between 11 and 16.
  
  Friday 13 September
  
  6°C → 18°C
  Cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Cloudy. High chance of showers in the southeast, slight chance elsewhere. Light winds becoming west to southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h during the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 2 and 7 with daytime temperatures reaching between 13 and 17.
  
  Saturday 14 September
  
  7°C → 14°C
  Showers easing.
  80% chance of rain
  0 → 2mm
  
  Cloudy. High chance of showers, most likely in the morning and afternoon. Winds southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h increasing to 35 km/h before turning southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 3 and 8 with daytime temperatures reaching between 10 and 14.
  
  Sunday 15 September
  
  5°C → 16°C
  Sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Sunny.
  
  Monday 16 September
  
  5°C → 17°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Tuesday 17 September
  
  4°C → 19°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Parks Victoria Alerts
  When planning and before starting your trip please check Parks Victoria closure website for anything that may impact on your plans.

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