Walk Description
Distance: 17.2km, 470m elevation
The Daylesford to Sailors Falls via Muskvale is a 17.2 km loop walk through the heart of the Hepburn Regional Park, linking the historic township of Daylesford with the picturesque Sailors Falls. The follows a diverse mix of bush tracks, quiet country roads and forest trails.
The walk showcases the best of the region’s natural beauty, winding through native eucalypt forest, fern-lined gullies and open woodland before reaching Sailors Falls, one of the few permanent waterfalls in the area. Along the way, you will pass creeks, historic bridges and tranquil bushland, with opportunities to spot native birdlife and wildlife. The route also visits the famous mineral springs, where naturally carbonated groundwater has attracted visitors to the area for more than 150 years.
The landscape surrounding Sailors Falls and Daylesford was transformed during the Victorian Gold Rush of the 1850s. Gold discoveries along Sailors Creek drew thousands of prospectors to the district, helping establish the nearby settlements of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs. The creek and falls are believed to have taken their name from the many sailors who abandoned ships in Melbourne to seek their fortunes on the goldfields.
Leaders are Jenna and Sharnee.
Transport
Transport to and from the walk location is by car. Please indicate your transport requirements and preferences on the booking request form when you book in.
If you don’t have a car, we can’t guarantee to provide you with a lift – this will depend on available drivers and their locations.
Passengers must pay the driver their share of car-pooling costs as described on the Car-pooling page. Please discuss the preferred method of payment with your driver.
Booking
Booking is required for this walk. Please indicate what similar walks you have done recently (i.e. in the past few months) to give the leader confidence that you are capable of doing this one. Refer to Walking Grades which, in conjunction with the walk description, will help you assess whether you have the required walking fitness and experience to do this walk.
The Leader will confirm your acceptance on the walk, or not, via email. The leader will provide details of where and when to meet.
Booking Fee:
Members: free. Non-members: $8.
Payment:
Non-members are required to pre-pay their booking fee by Paypal or credit/debit card.
Cancellation:
If you need to cancel, please advise the leader as soon as possible, so that someone else has the opportunity.
There will be no refunds, so please do not book unless you are fully committed to walking.
What to bring
• Day pack
• Sufficient water (2 litres, more on hot summer days)
• Lunch and snacks
• Hat, sun screen
• Suitable outdoor clothing (no jeans/sneakers!)
• Rainwear & warm jacket
• Proper walking shoes/boots
• Hand Sanitiser
Refer to our Gear Checklist page for more details. If you are not properly equipped, the walk leader can decide not to let you participate on this walk.
Safety and Ambulance Insurance
We strongly recommend that you have Ambulance cover. If conditions are hazardous, the walk may be cancelled. If any doubts at all, check your emails the night before and the morning of the event. For more details refer to Safety.
Still have questions?
Check out Joining a Walk.
Check out Day walks and social activities.
Contact the leader using the Enquiry form, above the Booking Request.
