Conservation Hill and Rhyll Inlet Walks (Phillip Island)
Rhyll Inlet is a world-renowned habitat for migratory waders, and the walking tracks in this area allow for good bird observing opportunities. The mangroves and wetlands are listed under the Ramsar Convention as having international importance. Information signs are provided along the walks.
The walks in the area are:
Black Loop - This track starts at Conservation Hill, along the mangrove boardwalk and then continues along Rhyll Inlet to Rhyll. Approximately 1.5 hours return.
Blue Loop - This track starts at Conservation Hill and follows the mangrove boardwalk along to Rhyll Inlet Lookout. Approximately 1 hour return.
Green Loop - Mangrove boardwalk return track. Approximately 0.5 hour return
A summary of the facilities and walks is:
- Difficulty - Easy to moderate
- Start / Finish Point - Car park at Cowes-Rhyll Road
- Boardwalks are accessible for a pram or wheelchair
- Toilets at Conservation Hill car park
- Parking at Conservation Hill car park (gravel)
- Mangrove Boardwalk is suitable for wheelchair
- Suitable for prams
- Bicycles are permitted. Walking tracks in this area are also suitable for bicycles.
- There is a picnic table (but no BBQs)
Access for Dogs:
Dogs are not permitted.
Location
411 Cowes-Rhyll Road, Rhyll 3923 Map
Web Links
→ Rhyll Inlet Wetlands Walk, Phillip Island (Walking Maps)
