Walking Tracks in Bacchus Marsh

It's now at least 18 months since the flood events of 2010 washed away walking tracks at Peppertree Walk and near Darley Bridge.

So this social infratsructure (and tourist attraction) obviously have a low priority for local authorities. Word is that the Darley tracks will be repaired first now that Moorabool Shire Council is assured of grant money for repairs.

Last I heard, though, the Shire itself wasn't able to undertake the repairs. Had to be sub-contracted out.

A sunny Winter's day. Great day to take the dogs for a walk along the Werribee River in Bacchus Marsh.

A quick chase for the dogs in Peppertree Park and then off up-river. The track remains in disrepair. Word is that funds are short in Moorabool Shire and roads and such need repairs before walking tracks get a look in. Oh well...

The river has good flow and is high enough to block the ford at Underbank Lodge. So no circuit today. Back track to the car.

Not many about on a Friday morning.

If you don't mind the track then a good time for walkers. The trail is a bit overgrown but very pleasant just the same. The sound of rushing water is always a boost to the soul.

The welcome rain this year has filled our dams and reservoirs.
It looks like a return to "normal" weather after a long dry period.
Unfortunately, our riverside tracks have suffered. Sections of Peppertree Walk and Federation Walk have been scoured by the high water levels in the Lerderderg and Werribee Rivers. Recent repairs to Peppertree Walk have been washed downstream.

An informal Walking Group walks every Friday in Bacchus Marsh from 9am. We walk a range of tracks and trails, town walks, bush walks, and venture outside of Bacchus Marsh to places like Eynesbury and Ballan. Sometimes we even manage a coffee following the walks.
The group is open to anyone who is interested in walking, of any age or ability. We have walkers from 42 to 83, not counting the one in the pram, or the school aged kids who come on the holidays. We enjoy the walking, the talking, the exploring and the company.

The Ellerslie Circuit is typified by quiet streets, greenways and river views. The Circuit takes its name from the Ellersie Homestead around which it passes.
Start off at the Grant Street bridge in Bacchus Marsh. Head east along the south bank of the Werribee River. The path provides pleasant river views as you walk between houses and the river.

After being unofficially open for 6 months the pedestrian bridge in Bond Street was officially opened by Don Nardella M.P. on Monday 19 April at 2:30pm.

The pathway between the end of Pilmer Street and the Ellersie Greenways has been re-opened yet again. It had been blocked (for anyone not built like a stick) by fencing at the end of the pathway.

Now, two spans of the chain mesh fencing have been rolled back and the top fence bar removed. You can now walk across the block from the Pilmer Street end to the track on the green way that connects with Simpson Street.

Moorabool Shire Council (MSC) has completed a new footpath on Fisken Street, from Simpson Street south to the Werribee River. And they have repaired the existing footpath from Simspon St north to Main St.
We say: Well Done!
Here's a pic: