Hike: 1000 Steps, One Tree Hill, Ferny Creek /14km /673m elevation/Challenging

🌿 12km Loop Hike: 1000 Steps • One Tree Hill • Ferny Creek - 673m elevation

Join for a solid but rewarding 12km loop through lush forest, steady climbs in the Dandenong Ranges. This hike packs in a bit of everything—stairs, elevation, and peaceful walking.

📍 Distance: 12km loop
📈 Elevation Gain: ~673m
⏱️ Duration: 3 - 3.5 hours (moderate pace, including breaks)
🥾 Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging

🔥 What to Expect
We’ll kick things off with the iconic 1000 Steps climb—the toughest part early on, tackled at a steady pace. Once at the top, we move onto quieter forest trails toward One Tree Hill, a great spot to catch your breath.

From there, we loop through the beautiful Ferny Creek area, where the track softens into cool, shaded paths surrounded by lush ferns. The return leg includes some challenging hills before finishing back where we started.

🍽️ Optional Lunch
For those interested, we'll head to Royal FTG Hotel after the walk for a well-deserved lunch and some social time.
Please let me know if you'd like to join us!

🎒 What to Bring
1.5–2L water
Snacks / light lunch
Good hiking shoes (can be slippery)
Weather-appropriate clothing
Optional: trekking poles

⚠️ Notes
Expect a solid workout with stairs and elevation
We’ll regroup at key points—no one left behind
Trail may be muddy after rain

Perfect if you’re keen for a proper leg-burner with great scenery

LIABILITY WAVER
The organiser of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or accidents to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.