Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps)
Family climbs in the Dandenong Ranges
- Where
- Upper Ferntree Gully
- Price
- Free
About
The Kokoda Track Memorial Walk, known as the 1000 Steps, is a popular family and fitness trail in the Dandenong Ranges National Park. Walkers climb the steep track past memorial plaques honouring Australia's wartime history, with picnic grounds nearby for a relaxing day out.
Admissions
Free entry — no ticket required.
Where you'll be
Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps)
Ferntree Gully Picnic Ground, junction of Mount Dandenong Tourist Road and Burwood Highway
32 km
Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps)
Ferntree Gully Picnic Ground, junction of Mount Dandenong Tourist Road and Burwood Highway
Good to know
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed on the 1000 Steps walk.
Parking
Ferntree Gully picnic car park often fills by 10am on weekend mornings. Alternative parking at One Tree Hill Picnic Ground, or walk ~1.2 km from Upper Ferntree Gully station.
Closures
Park closed on Extreme Fire Danger Rating or severe weather days.
Opening hours
No published weekly open/close hours for the trail itself.
Organiser
Free