Recreation
A range of activities can be undertaken within the park and on the Yarra River, many of these activities can be guided or involve tours. The following is a list of the various activities and information regarding them in the park:
- Horse riding - Equestrian trails exist in the Fourth Hill, Whipstick Gully, Timber Reserve, The Common and Yarra Brae areas. Horses are only permitted on designated bridle trails only and the trails are sometimes closed in bad weather. Maps of the trails are available here.
- Canoeing / kayaking - Canoeing and kayaking are popular along the Yarra River through much of the area occupied by the state park from Wonga Park into Warrandyte.
- Mountain biking - There are several trails throughout the park, however riders are advised to stay on the designated trails as there are several mine shaft ruins off the trails and mountain biking through bushland destroys understory vegetation.
- Walking and Hiking
- Abseiling & Rock Climbing - These are very occasionally run by guided groups in various sections of the park.
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