Description
The Rubicon Aqueducts Walk is a picturesque seven kilometers return walk starting from the Royston Power Station that takes you through attractively tall forest on a flat route.
It is a great hike for all skill levels and takes approximately two and a half hours to complete.
The Rubicon Aqueducts Walk is a stunning hike that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forest. The trail passes through a couple of charming bridges, including the Beech Creek trestle bridge which was damaged in the 2009 fire and has since been rebuilt. The Lubra Creek Trestle has a rotten deck with gaps of a couple of meters that are undecked, so descend a side track to the creek to get across the valley. The end of the tramline offers an opportunity to take in the character of the damp gorge and its small dam.
It is important to check the weather forecast before setting off and be aware that the trail can be slippery in wet conditions.
The Rubicon Aqueducts walk starts from the Royston Power Station. Park your car at the Trailhead at the junction of Rubicon River Road and Royston Road for access to the beautiful area. The Royston Power station is located approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes' drive from Melbourne's CBD.
The Rubicon Dam is the highlight of the hike, but caution is advised when approaching the steep stairway to the top of the dam wall as a locked gate has been installed by AGL Energy for safety reasons. You can still enjoy stunning views of the dam wall and
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