Dog-friendly hike · Melbourne · VIC
Lake Elizabeth Circuit Walk
Otway drowned-valley loop with dead tree trunks on calm water — on-leash; platypus territory (~2 hr 15 from Melbourne).
Forrest · VIC
Photos are indicative — check on-site signs for current access and rules.
Rules to check
- Keep dogs on-leash on bush tracks unless a signed local reserve section says otherwise.
- Carry water, bags and a long lead; creek crossings, mud and wildlife are common on Australian bush trails.
- Avoid hot parts of the day and confirm whether adjoining national-park sections prohibit dogs.
Facilities / notes
- Approx. 4 km return
- Lake circuit
- Otways day trip
- Campground nearby
Typically managed under: Parks Victoria — confirm current rules on the council or parklands website.
This page is a starting point, not official council advice. Rules, times and seasonal bans change without notice.