⛰🚶‍♂️Dandenong Ranges Hike [8-10 km]🚶‍♀️⛰

Juz is going on a hike (weather permitting) on Jan 17th. The hike begins at Belgrave Railway Station, goes towards Selby, around to Kallista, then finishes up back in Belgrave.

We'll stop at Grants Picnic Ground Cafe for a coffee and snack towards the end of the hike.

The hike should take about 3-3.5 hours depending on our pace and the length of our coffee break. There are some steep hills so please wear footwear accordingly. Don't forget a drink bottle, hat and sunscreen!

We will be meeting at 9:30am and departing shortly after. I'll be coming via the train that arrives at 9:09am. (Feel free to message if you want to meet on the train.)

If you're driving, please allow enough time for parking. Belgrave gets super busy on weekends!

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