You Yangs Regional Park

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Parks Victoria respects the deep and continuing connection that Wadawurrung Traditional Owners have to these lands and waters, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for Country. </p> </div> <h4 class="explore__hours">Opening hours</h4> <dl class="explore__listing"> <dt>7.00 am - 8.00 pm daily, including weekends and public holidays.</dt> </dl> </div> <div class="col-sm-8 intro"> <div class="explore__overview"> <p>Magnificent views, birdlife and a mecca for walkers, horse riders and mountain bikers - welcome to the You Yangs! The distinctive granite peaks of this park rise abruptly from the flat plains below. Flinders Peak and Big Rock have panoramic views out to Melbourne, which is just an hour away. </p> <p>Explore over 50 kilometres of purpose-built mountain bike trails for beginners and experts. Ride easy, open dirt roads to technical, single-track and adrenaline-pumping downhill trailsor see the diverse scenery of the You Yangs from your car along The Great Circle Drive. <br /> <br /> Climb Flinders Peak, the highest point in the You Yangs and be rewarded with uninterrupted views out to Melbourne and Geelong. Come with family or friends and picnic among the boulder-strewn landscape. Choose from nine designated picnic areas.</p> <br /> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component card-listing "> <div class="component-content"> <div class="container"> <h3>Things to do in the area</h3> <div class="rich-text"></div> <div class="cards"> <div class="cards__track"> <div class="card"> <div class="card__frame"> <a href="/places-to-see/parks/you-yangs-regional-park/things-to-do/flinders-peak" ><img src="/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/you-yangs-regional-park/walking-1-you-yangs-regional-park-1920x1124.jpg?rev=a80d3e24e0ae4e88a91aa6b479fe840d&la=en&h=450&w=768&hash=3667CF2A8B1A2CF9BF195842E3ECA7E7" class="card__image" alt="Two women walking for fitness at Big Rock in You Yangs Regional Park" /></a> </div> <div class="card__content"> <h4 class="card__title"> <a href="/places-to-see/parks/you-yangs-regional-park/things-to-do/flinders-peak" >Flinders Peak Lookout</a> </h4> <div class="card__description"> Starting from the Turntable car park, this walk takes you to the highest point of the You Yangs. This is a challenging walk featuring 450 steps and rising 200m in elevation. </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card__frame"> <a href="/places-to-see/parks/you-yangs-regional-park/things-to-do/mountain-bike-riding-in-you-yangs-regional-park" ><img src="/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/you-yangs-regional-park/mountain-biking-you-yangs-regional-park-1920x1124.jpg?rev=85ddd5789a9f48b1bc426aa7c873ac41&la=en&h=450&w=768&hash=E28E45134D220973338C75A40DE6209D" class="card__image" alt="A young mountain biker attempts a drop while cheered on by his father and older sister at the You Yangs Regional Park." /></a> </div> <div class="card__content"> <h4 class="card__title"> <a href="/places-to-see/parks/you-yangs-regional-park/things-to-do/mountain-bike-riding-in-you-yangs-regional-park" >Mountain biking at the You Yangs Regional Park</a> </h4> <div class="card__description"> The You Yangs has two designated mountain biking areas that contain over 50 kilometres of exciting and environmentally sustainable trails that cater for riders of all ages and ability. </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card__frame"> <a href="/get-into-nature/learning-in-nature" ><img src="/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/you-yangs-regional-park/education-ranger-with-kids-at-you-yangs-regional-park-1920x1124.jpg?rev=9d9e98f906d540779d61f75cc6c66b20&la=en&h=450&w=768&hash=A60B3A4482F4331A48D2E1E812151CE8" class="card__image" alt="A ranger educating a group of seated kids at You Yangs Regional Park" /></a> </div> <div class="card__content"> <h4 class="card__title"> <a href="/get-into-nature/learning-in-nature" >Education excursions</a> </h4> <div class="card__description"> The You Yangs Regional Park鈥檚 curriculum-based education program offers students an excellent opportunity to learn about Wadawurrung culture and the unique plants and animals that call the You Yangs home. An Education Officer can deliver a range of activities that are adapted to meet the specific Victorian Curriculum standards and VCE outcomes (fees apply for education services). For bookings, please contact 13 1963. </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card__frame"> <a href="http://park-walks.eventbrite.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" ><img src="/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/yarra-bend-park/volunteer-tour-2-yarra-bend-park-1920x1124.jpg?rev=1a5d7780fc854cd0aca4e0d9dd7deee0&la=en&h=450&w=768&hash=7E87B78E4A048CA42D2554CC79799CFA" class="card__image" alt="A ground take a volunteer led tour through the Flying Fox environments on the banks of the Yarra River in Yarra Bend Park" /></a> </div> <div class="card__content"> <h4 class="card__title"> <a href="http://park-walks.eventbrite.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" >Guided Park Walks</a> </h4> <div class="card__description"> Meet new people and connect with nature on a free guided Park Walk in one of Victoria鈥檚 beautiful parks. Walks are led by our trained and friendly volunteers, so you can relax, enjoy the serenity of the bush and chat with other group members. Go on a walk as a once-off to explore somewhere new or become a regular and add it to your wellbeing or fitness routine. </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card__frame"> <a href="/things-to-do/horse-riding" title="Horse riding" ><img src="/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/things-to-do/horse-riding/horse-riding-you-yangs-regional-park-1920x1124.jpg?rev=33c6df4c867141f99256d6403ab4555e&la=en&h=450&w=768&hash=8E72101ED5069CF721240D9E26D8DB44" class="card__image" alt="Two women ride horses along a dirt path in the You Yangs Regional Park." /></a> </div> <div class="card__content"> <h4 class="card__title"> <a href="/things-to-do/horse-riding" title="Horse riding" >Horse riding</a> </h4> <div class="card__description"> Explore the landscape on horseback to appreciate the solitude and peace of the natural environment. Victoria's parks offer a variety of horse riding experiences. </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card__frame"> <a href="/things-to-do/birdwatching" title="Bird watching" ><img src="/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/flora-and-fauna/bird-watching-1920x1124.jpg?rev=cd5c4401decb40b58db04da2ce20d7cf&la=en&h=450&w=768&hash=2B4FB5BB4DABAAEB64027296C1BA96E8" class="card__image" alt="Father and son bird watching on boardwalk" /></a> </div> <div class="card__content"> <h4 class="card__title"> <a href="/things-to-do/birdwatching" title="Bird watching" >Bird watching</a> </h4> <div class="card__description"> From bushland to wetlands and everything in between, parks provide habitat to an abundance of common and rare bird species. Go for a wander and see how many you can spot. </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card__frame"> <a href="/things-to-do/walking" ><img src="/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/alpine-national-park/3-walking-alpine-natinal-park-bogong-1920x1124.jpg?rev=1e38c028b366434ea8654cbae747c97b&la=en&h=450&w=768&hash=DEDD030F47361CDFF8D61120A93C99A0" class="card__image" alt="Two women follow the path through scrub up Mt Bogong with mountain views in the distance." /></a> </div> <div class="card__content"> <h4 class="card__title"> <a href="/things-to-do/walking" >Walking</a> </h4> <div class="card__description"> Whether you鈥檙e after a gentle stroll or something long-distance, there are walking trails to suit all levels of fitness and ability. </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="cards__controls"> <button class="cards__arrow cards__prev">Previous</button> <div class="cards__paging"></div> <button class="cards__arrow cards__next">Next</button> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component wildlife "> <div class="component-content"> <div class="container"> <h3>Wildlife and Nature</h3> <p>The You Yangs support a rich variety of plant species. Tall eucalypts such as manna gum, yellow gum and river red gum give way to sparse undergrowth of native shrubs and groundcovers. Patches of wattle and drooping sheoaks also occur. The endangered brittle greenhood orchid is one of 30 species of orchids found in the park.</p> <p>The park provides a range of habitats for wildlife. More than 200 species of birds have been recorded and koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, brush-tail possums, echidnas and lizards are commonly seen.</p> <div class="row row--inline-items"> <div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-3 col-md-2"> <figure class="animal"> <div class="animal__frame"> <div class="animal__image" style="background-image: url(/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/flora-and-fauna/echidna-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=765&rev=a6cf6754773345a4b484dacbecb9eb99&bc=FFFFFF&hash=ABB0675D98CBF2EE76613330A678B025);"></div> </div> <figcaption class="animal__name">Echidnas</figcaption> </figure> </div> <div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-3 col-md-2"> <figure class="animal"> <div class="animal__frame"> <div class="animal__image" style="background-image: url(/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/flora-and-fauna/kangaroos-woowookarung-regional-park-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=765&rev=c4148b2753a8450ca40665efb11e2272&bc=FFFFFF&hash=52C75277F5ED01E42124BB245841214B);"></div> </div> <figcaption 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<div class="feature-panel__content intro"> <h3>Tours and adventure experiences in parks</h3> <div class="feature-panel__text"> <p>One of the best ways you can get into nature is with a Licensed Tour Operator.<br /> <br /> There are more than 400 Licensed Tour Operators across Victoria who are ready and waiting to help you experience and connect with Victoria’s spectacular parks and waterways.<br /> <br /> Discover more than 60 different types of nature-based experiences including hiking, mountain biking, boating, four-wheel driving, indigenous culture tours, birdwatching, surfing, diving and so much more. <br /> <br /> Licensed Tour Operators know all the best places to go and will plan and prepare your visit to ensure you are safe and can enjoy your nature-based adventure to the fullest.</p> </div> <a href="/lto?park=760A3163A5FB7057E053B30A010AD719" class="button button--transparent" >Find a Licensed Tour Operator</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component 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href="/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/documents/visitor-guides-and-publications/you-yangs-regional-park/you-yangs-regional-park---kurrajong-mountain-bike-area-map.pdf?rev=ab9db84b2f28425994da25d66f9a9339" class="link-list__link" >You Yangs Regional Park mountain bike area map</a> </li> <li class="link-list__item link-list__item--media"> <a href="/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/documents/visitor-guides-and-publications/you-yangs-regional-park/you-yangs-regional-park---stockyards-mountain-bike-area-map.pdf?rev=bb5221670d674fadb56da3451bb6ee07" class="link-list__link" >You Yangs Regional Park Stockyards MTB map</a> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component related-sites related-site--uplifted"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <h3>Related Sites</h3> <div class="col-sm-12"> <div class="component-content related-sites accordion" 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Arrive early to beat the heat and avoid the crowds. There is no firewood collection allowed in the park. Camp fires can only be lit in fireplaces, and you must have enough water to put it out. Do not leave a campfire unattended.  </div> <div role="tabpanel" aria-hidden="true" aria-expanded="false" class="seasons__pane" id="autumn"> <p>Enjoy the perfect mountain biking conditions in Autumn and Winter. With increased rain, the trails less dusty and soil more firm, making it ideal for riding.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component heading component--less-space"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="component title "> <div class="component-content"> <h2>Need to know</h2> <h4>You Yangs Regional Park</h4> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component text-links component--less-space"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="container"> <h3>Accessibility</h3> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-8"> <div class="component rich-text intro"> <div class="component-content"> <p>Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.</p> <p>Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.</p> <br /> <h3>Education Excursions</h3> <p>This park offers curriculum-aligned ranger-guided excursions for school students. Download the Education Program to find out more and email <a href="mailto:serendipeducationcentre@parks.vic.gov.au">serendipeducationcentre@parks.vic.gov.au</a> to make a booking.</p> <br /> <h3>Safety</h3> <p>Thinking of visiting You Yangs Regional Park this summer? This is a very popular destination. Here’s what to consider before you leave home:</p> <ul> <li>Arrive as early as you can to beat the rush.</li> <li>If Turntable carpark is full, there is an overflow carpark at the Lower Picnic Area – or why not try the Big Rock Walk?</li> <li>Dogs are welcome on lead at You Yangs Regional Park. 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