Coolart Wetlands + Balnarring Beach Hike | Moderate 13km

Join Dan for an unforgettable day at the Coolart Homestead walking around and soaking in the gorgeous gardens and beauty of the surrounds on a 13km coastal hike.

This hike will take you through the Homestead where we'll even be able to step back in time and explore it as well as a beach walk where we'll no doubt be having a swim.

🕙 Meeting Time: Arrive by 11:00am for 11:20am sharp departure

🕔 Finish: Around 4:30pm (including pub time)

📍 Meeting Point: Coolart Historic Homestead at the carpark situated there

📏 Distance: 13km

🚶 Difficulty: Easy–moderate. Includes stairs and some sandy tracks.

We are Social Walks, one of Melbourne’s largest outdoor social communities. With thousands of members and hundreds of events each year, our mission is to bring people together through nature, connection, and fun.

✅ All events led by friendly, experienced and first aid trained hosts

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• Coolart Homestead: wander heritage gardens, wetlands, and easy walking trails — super chill, great for chatting and photos.
• Picnic-friendly: shady spots, grazing boards, relaxed vibes = effortless social day.
• Quick hop to Balnarring Beach: clean sand, clear water, quiet and pretty.
• Do whatever you feel like: swim, wade, stroll or sunbake when we stop for a break
• Overall: low-stress, cheap, social, scenic — feels like a mini holiday without the planning.

🌿 Explore one of Victoria’s most iconic coastal walks

🌿 Connect with friendly, welcoming people

🌿 Enjoy a balance of exercise, nature and sightseeing

🌿 Finish the hike with lunch together in Rosebud

💧 At least 2L of water

🥪 Snacks for the walk💵 Money for lunch afterwards

🧴 Sunscreen, hat or beanie

📸 Camera for the views

🩱 Optional towel and bathers for a swim

👟 Comfortable walking shoes with good grip

🧥 Weather-appropriate clothing (check forecast the night before)

🧢 Hat or beanie

🚙 Driving: Plenty of free parking available at the homestead

🚉 Public Transport: Not available — driving or carpooling recommended

⏰ Please arrive by 11:00am to allow time for check-in before departure

We’ll head to a nearby café/pub afterwards for a well-deserved meal and coffee after the hike.

🔞 Ages 18+

👨‍👩‍👧 Kids are welcome but must be supervised by a guardian at all times

⏱️ Hike duration approx. 3.5 hours

🌧️ Walk goes ahead rain, hail or shine⚡ Extreme weather may cause rescheduling

💰 Refunds available up to 48 hours before the event (excludes booking fees). Tickets may be resold if you can no longer attend.

✅ Social Walks events are always fully insured and professionally hosted

This hike will be hosted by Dan, who will make sure everyone feels welcome, the group stays together, and the day is full of good vibes.

We can’t wait to explore this spectacular part of Victoria with you!

– Team Social Walks 🌿

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