A public reserve in Woodend Hanging Rock is home to koalas, wallabies, possums, wedge-tailed eagles and kookaburras. You might find some too when you explore the many hiking paths in the reserve.
The rock itself is surrounded by forest, a creek, picnic grounds and a horseracing track.
If you're hungry try the Hanging Rock Picnic Cafe.
As well as exploring the many walking paths and trails, a picnic at Hanging Rock can involve indulging at the Hanging Rock Picnic Café where award-winning fare and sweets can be enjoyed in front of a beautiful gum tree vista that surrounds the ancient rock. There’s also a wonderful new Discovery Centre full of fascinating information about the rock’s volcanic formation and the local flora and fauna. Just an hour from Melbourne, Hanging Rock hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year including New Year’s Day and Australia Day horse racing.
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South Rock Rd, Woodend, VIC, 3442
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