Mt Sugarloaf
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catkid3
Victoria, Australia148 contributions
Aug 2023
This spot is a wasted opportunity, as the treeline is too high to actually take in a good view of Melbourne and the surrounding areas. I believe it would be more popular if a viewing platform was installed so you could see above the thick trees. You can do a 3km walk to the park entrance from here and spot some wildlife, but is otherwise a definite miss.
Written 8 August 2023
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Victoria, Australia64,653 contributions
Feb 2023
Sugarloaf? What exactly is a 'sugar loaf'... I always think of a sugar cube, like the one you put into your tea... and as a child I recall when I saw them in fancy places I suspected that they had glued the sugar together.
It turns out that I was not too far from the truth- A sugarloaf was the usual form in which refined sugar was produced and sold until the late 19th century, when granulated and cube sugars were introduced. The term is now commonly applied to conical shaped objects or structures.
But that isn't helping us here... is it? :) Follow the road to the top of Mt Sugarloaf and there is a carpark, not formalised, but in very good condition.
From here you will get views of the forested southern slopes of Kinglake, the agricultural valleys of Arthurs and Chads Creek, and towards the city of Melbourne standing 40km to the south west.
The trees do block a bit of the view, but if you are here you might as well do the 3k or 6k walk from here. It will take you through the stunning Kinglake National Park. The air is clean and you can smell the Australian bush around you. It's a pretty area for bushwalking.
It turns out that I was not too far from the truth- A sugarloaf was the usual form in which refined sugar was produced and sold until the late 19th century, when granulated and cube sugars were introduced. The term is now commonly applied to conical shaped objects or structures.
But that isn't helping us here... is it? :) Follow the road to the top of Mt Sugarloaf and there is a carpark, not formalised, but in very good condition.
From here you will get views of the forested southern slopes of Kinglake, the agricultural valleys of Arthurs and Chads Creek, and towards the city of Melbourne standing 40km to the south west.
The trees do block a bit of the view, but if you are here you might as well do the 3k or 6k walk from here. It will take you through the stunning Kinglake National Park. The air is clean and you can smell the Australian bush around you. It's a pretty area for bushwalking.
Written 12 February 2023
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,820 contributions
Apr 2022
Mt Sugarloaf is part of the Kinglake National Park. It is a scenic lookout; you can see the city of Melbourne 40 km (25 miles) to the south-west, as well as other landscape features. There are limited facilities, but you can have a picnic. There are a number of walking tracks. You may see wallabies and other native animals, including birds.
Written 7 June 2022
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Traveller
Melbourne, Australia15,743 contributions
Jan 2022
My wife and I drove here after visiting Mason Falls. There is nothing much to see here. Hazy views (due to smog) of Melbourne city through the trees canopy and views of the surrounding lands.
This place is 550 metres above sea level. The attached photographs provide some insight as to how dull this place is. We left after taking photographs. Spent around 3 minutes here.
This place is 550 metres above sea level. The attached photographs provide some insight as to how dull this place is. We left after taking photographs. Spent around 3 minutes here.
Written 15 January 2022
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Kate N
Melbourne, Australia4 contributions
Feb 2020
its a lovely walk , can sometimes spot kangaroos, can go fishing.
Its just a nice place to visit.
Often gothere to see the catchment of water.
No entry fees
A lot of grass area for kids to play
ther were public barbeques but i beleive have been removed which is a shame
Its just a nice place to visit.
Often gothere to see the catchment of water.
No entry fees
A lot of grass area for kids to play
ther were public barbeques but i beleive have been removed which is a shame
Written 17 October 2020
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Mark D
Melbourne, Australia702 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Easy drive to the summit nice views of the area through the trees can see Melbourne city even though it was a bit hazy. Certainly worth a look if you are in the area a couple of walks back down into the valley and along the ridge.
Written 26 January 2020
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BillyK1980
Melbourne, Australia2,387 contributions
Apr 2018
We did a 16km hike and climb up Mt sugarloaf. You have some amazing views of melbourne through the Regrown Forrest after the fires!
Written 30 April 2018
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Ben H
London, UK60 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
We started the mason falls circuit from the Blackwood picnic area. The circuit takes around 3.5 hours and you reach the summit of Mt Sugarloaf after about 50 mins ( it’s 3 km ). It is easily accessible as the route from the car park is not steep. It was a nice walk through the Bush but the views are mostly blocked by trees at the top. It’s a nice stop if you are doing the full circuit but if you are short of time see mason falls instead.
Written 21 April 2018
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Andrew L
Hurstbridge, Australia153 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
I still have a photo on the wall of this awesome place on fire in 2009. I was brought up loving this area and now with the miraculous re growth. I love being here again to catch a glimpse of the lands below.
Written 3 April 2017
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EndlessTravels
Greater Melbourne, Australia35,431 contributions
Feb 2017 • Friends
check it out when you head to mason falls. its not a bad lookout from the road. best enjoyed in a bushwalk.
Written 15 February 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mt Sugarloaf
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- Restaurants near Mt Sugarloaf:
- (0.26 km) Flying Tarts Bakery and Cafe
- (7.92 km) Kinglake Pub
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- (5.05 km) Bowl Full of Soul
- (8.04 km) Cappa Rossi's
- Attractions near Mt Sugarloaf:
- (2.40 km) Mason Falls Picnic Ground
- (1.42 km) Kinglake West Mechanics Institute Reserve Playground
- (2.48 km) Kinglake National Park
- (3.35 km) Macedonian Orthodox Monastery St. Kliment Ohridski
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