Macedon Regional Park

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Mount Macedon casting a long shadow. View from the Top of the Range deck.

Welcome to the summit of

Macedon Regional Park

There is so much to explore in Macedon Regional Park, from the geological marvel that is Camel's Hump, to the 50+ km of walking tracks. Home to a diverse range of flora, and fauna, the park is a great day out.

Walking trails

Things to do

Events

Places to visit

Park information

Picnic grounds

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Exploring...

Millions of years old, Camels Hump rises out from Mount Macedon like a majestic monument. Formed when volcanic magma pushed through the earths crust, the hump has a viewing platform with great views to Hanging Rock.

Sanatorium Lake

Originally built to service the nearby tuberculosis sanitorium, the lake is a cool, quiet spot perfect for a short walk.

McGregors Picnic Ground

Surrounded by beautiful tall trees, McGregors picnic ground is a great place to sit back, and enjoy a picnic with the family.

Days Picnic Ground

The largest of the parks picnic grounds, Days picnic ground has plenty of space for a picnic, and game of cricket with the family.

Harbison Picnic Ground

Located next to Top of the Range tea rooms. Harbison picnic ground has BBQ, and toilet facilities, as well as a large car park.

Cameron Picnic Ground

The smallest picnic ground in the park, this area is a great pit stop on a walk from the tea rooms to Camels Hump.

Baringo Picnic Ground

The furthest corner of the park, Baringo Picnic Ground has picnic tables, and grassed areas along a quiet creek.

Macedon Regional Park Eco-Trail

Take a walk through the diverse flora of Mount Macedon, and explore the ancient forest around Sanitorium Lake.

The most significant war memorial in Victoria after the Shrine of Remembrance. At 21m tall, the cross is a truly amazing monument.

Top of the Range tea rooms

Located at the summit of Mount Macedon, the amazing tea rooms is a must visit for lunch and our famous scones!

Historic Survey Cairn

One of only a few surviving original survey cairns in Victoria. Only a short walk from the tea rooms through Harbison Picnic Ground.

Major Mitchell Lookout

Named after the Surveyor General of the NSW colony, Thomas Mitchell. He also named Mount Macedon. The Major Mitchell lookout has great views to the West, and is a great stop on the way to the Memorial Cross.

Western Lookout

With panoramic views out to the great Victorian countryside, this lookout is only a short walk from Top of the Range tea rooms.

Take a hike! Along one of Macedon Regional Parks 30km of walking tracks. Varying in length, and difficulty, there is a walking track to suit everyone.

Stay safe. Stay informed. Always check the current fire danger conditions before visiting Macedon Regional Park.

Kurana Crash Memorial

A memorial to the 1948 crash on Mount Macedon of a DC3 aircraft known as KURANA.

Sanatorium Picnic Ground

Located to the South of Sanatorium Lake, this picnic area is surrounded by beautiful native trees, and only a short walk to the lake, and park eco-trail.

Macedon Regional Park has a diverse range of wildlife, please respect that the park is their home, do not disturb wildlife, and report any injured wildlife to Wildlife Victoria: 03 8400 7300

ANZAC Dawn Service

Every year on ANZAC DAY, April 25th, a dawn service is held to honour those who have fought for Victoria, and Australia.

Remembrance Day

Each year, the Commonwealth commemorates Remembrance Day. The flag at the Memorial Cross is lowered to half-mast by the staff at Top of the Range to honour those who have fallen in war.

Snow in the park

Stay up to date with snow events on Mount Macedon with our SnowCam, and YouTube channels

Lookouts, and viewing platforms

View Victoria from the clouds

Every year during the Autumn time, Mount Macedon comes alive with the amazing colours of leaves. Our green mountain turns to shades of yellow, orange, and red... It is truly magnificent.

Mount Macedon's little brother, Mount Towrong is situated in the Eastern half of Macedon Regional Park

Picnics in the park

There are six picnic grounds in the park, each with it's own character. Pack up a picnic lunch, and enjoy the beautiful Mount Macedon air.

Guided Park Walks

Discover the health and wellbeing benefits of walking in nature

A good start point for one of the more challenging walking trails to the summit of Mount Macedon through the Goat Track, and through to the Tea rooms.

Cross Reserve Gatehouse

Originally built as a a set of gates to commemorate World War II, the Cross gatehouse was expanded in 1995 to also include information boards about the Memorial Cross Reserve.

Vietnam Memorial

The monument commemorates those who served in the Vietnam War from 1962 to 1972.

Gallipoli Lone Pine

Plan your visit to Macedon Regional Park

When visiting Macedon Regional Park (or any park for that matter) there are a few things you should know, and prepare for.

Located inside Top of the Range tea rooms, you will find a great selection of park-related gifts, and souvenirs. From T-shirts, and mugs to puzzles, and plush wombats.

Korean War Memorial

The plaque commemorates Australian service men and service women who served in the Korean War.

National Servicemens Memorial

The plaque commemorates those who undertook National Service in the Australian Defence Forces from 1951 to 1972.

A small picnic area next to the lagoon offers a great little rest stop halfway through the black forest on the way to Woodend.

Lickety Split Ice Cream

Top of the Range now has an ice cream department!

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Macedon Regional Park

So much to explore, only 45 minutes from Melbourne

McGregors Picnic Ground

Surrounded by beautiful tall trees, McGregors picnic ground is a great place to sit back, and enjoy a picnic with the family.
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Sanatorium Lake

Quiet, cool, and full of flora... the lake is a must see on your visit to the park
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Historic Survey Cairn

One of only a few surviving original survey cairns in Victoria. Only a short walk from the tea rooms through Harbison Picnic Ground.
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Gift Shop

Plush toys, home wares, souvenirs, postcards... Visit the gift shop!
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