Dog-friendly hike · Melbourne · VIC
Mathias Track
Dandenong Ranges favourite with cool forest air and a more adventurous feel than the flat city loops.
Olinda · VIC
Photos are indicative — check on-site signs for current access and rules.
Rules to check
- Dogs stay on-leash throughout the track because nearby national-park areas do not allow roaming pets.
- Mountain weather changes quickly — bring layers and dry towels in colder months.
- Trail users can include trail runners and families; step aside on narrower sections.
Facilities / notes
- Approx. 7 km return
- Forest setting
- Cooler hills climate
- Mixed but generally gentle grades
Typically managed under: Parks / local land managers near Olinda (verify trailhead signs) — 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.