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Red Hill Rail Trail

Walk Difficulty The old railway line between Merricks and Red Hill used to carry fresh apples on to Hastings where they were sent on to the markets of Melbourne. There are no trains running now, but you can walk this pretty trail for yourself. There are lovely views over Western Port and great coffee/wine/sustenance at either end. This is a shared trail for walkers, mountain bike riders and horse riders so be aware of your fellow travellers along the trail.

The starting point is at Merricks to the north side of the Station Ground Recreation Reserve. The trail climbs steadily for two kilometres providing good views over Western Port to Philip Island the Nobbies. After a sharp right turn, the trail continues down the steep hill to the end of Tonkins Road. The trail then continues to the left on the original railways easement and ascends more gently to Red Hill, first through pine trees (look for colourful fungi in autumn), then two small cuttings.

You can do this walk in either direction; uphill from Merricks to Red Hill, or down hill from Red Hill to Merricks,

Content: Red Hill Rail Trail

    Address:

    13 Merricks Road Merricks Victoria 3916

    Route Information:

    Return over same path

    Start Location:

    Merricks-Red Hill Trail, Red Hill South Victoria 3937

    End Location:

    155 Shoreham Road RED HILL SOUTH Victoria 3937

    Distance:

    13 KMS

    Time to Complete:

    3 HRS

    Facilities:

    Public Toilet

    Difficulty Rating:

    2/5

    13 Merricks Road
    Merricks Victoria 3916
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