Black Hill Reserve

Black Hill Reserve - walking track

A wonderful 100 hectare granite reserve in a woodland setting. Its walks are refreshing and invigorating, providing excellent views of the countryside.

This reserve provides a great opportunity to observe local fauna and flora. It is popular with bushwalkers, bird watchers and picnickers. There are varied species of wild flowers, birds and animals as well as rock formations, including a granite monolith.

It is located on Taungurung Country. Council is engaging with Taungurung Land and Water Council to develop an understanding of the site's cultural heritage values and importance to the Taungurung people.

The trails are progressively being repaired and upgraded, so please use caution when walking the trails. Note: trails will be closed at times to facilitate track construction works.

If you have any queries, call our Environment team on (03) 5422 0333.

For more information and a map of the tracks, visit the Black Hill Reserve website.

An Environmental Management Plan is available for this reserve.

Track and drainage works

Track repairs at Black Hill Reserve have achieved a significant milestone in August 2024 with the southern ridge ascent being resurfaced, new steps and drainage features installed. Sections of the southern and eastern base-circuit track have also been repaired, providing all-weather access and improved walking conditions.

Council has been successful in securing additional grant funding in the 2024-25 financial year from the Victorian Government, to continue these essential works on the eastern and link track sections.

Pest animal program works

Pest animal control works are undertaken in Black Hill Reserve periodically to protect threatened species and this can include baiting for foxes.

It is the responsibility of dog owners to ensure dogs are on a lead at all times, when visiting the reserve. Please observe and follow the directions of reserve signage.

Location

Ennis Road, Edgecombe 3444  View Map

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Features

  • Native flora and fauna
  • Shelter/s
  • Walking path/s

effective control of dogs

dogs under effective control

Dogs must be on leash at all times unless in a designated off leash area. You must pick up and dispose of your dog’s waste in a bin. Dogs must be under effective control and never left unattended.

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