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Tree Fern Gully

Ride in Marysville

Tree Fern Gully is a Parks Victoria riding route in Victoria’s High Country, in Marysville.

  • Mountain bike · 7.6 km return · 1–4 hrs · Easy with Intermediate Sections
  • Walk · 7.4 km return · 3 hrs · Grade 2.1

This gently undulating shared trail links Marysville with Steavenson Falls Scenic Reserve and is the best way to approach the falls. Walkers and cyclists will pass through stands of tall Manna Gum, Mountain Ash and shady tree fern groves that surround the rushing Steavenson River. This trail is predominantly used by walkers so take it slow and cautious. The trail is wide and predominantly a gradual uphill to Steavenson Falls. so may not be suitable for smaller children. The trailhead is located just minutes from the center of town. This dual purpose trail provides an insight into the Marysville forest environment and continues on to join the popular tourist destination of Steavenson Falls.

No experience required · Formed track · Gentle hills · No steps · Clearly sign posted

Getting there

Head behind the Marysville Information Centre to the trailhead located at the furthest upstream bridge near the tennis courts in Gallipoli Park. The trail follows the Steavenson River with views over Marysville for 1.3km before crossing another bridge back to the southern bank. Keep left at the trail junction immediately after crossing the bridge and walk up to and across Yellow Dog road. The trail soon swings south, entering the narrowing rocky valley of the Steavenson Falls Scenic Reserve and finishes at Steavenson Falls Trail, with the falls to the left and the car park to the right.…

Nearby

Details: Parks Victoria via DataVic (CC BY 4.0). Spotted something out of date? Opening hours and conditions change — always check before you travel.