Kevin Hoffman Walk (Lara)
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The Kevin Hoffman Walk is an award-winning garden boasting over one thousand different species of Australian native plants, including 150 indigenous species, located along the eastern banks of Hovells Creek in Lara. Around one kilometre of paths meander through these beautifully peaceful gardens created upon a levee bank over 40 years ago by Lara local, Kevin Hoffman.
Sit in relaxing silence amongst the birds, attracted by the myriad of colourful flowers. Created so that there is always something in bloom and featuring some unique and threatened species. The Kevin Hoffman Walk boasts an extensive Western Victorian Volcanic Plains indigenous garden at the northern end, as well as collections of Banksias, Correas (Native Fuchsia) and Eremophilas (Emu Bushes), just to name a few.
Landscaped by Kevin, with an eye to detail, featuring meticulously placed rocks, historical weathered posts and seven Wathaurong Glass-inlaid bollards. 'The Walk' provides plenty of inspiration for budding and professional photographers alike, there are many intriguing, colourful and delightful flowers, captivating features and all with stunning views across Hovells Creek.
These days the paths and gardens are maintained by the Friends of Kevin Hoffman Walk group, in a partnership with the City of Greater Geelong Council. 'The Walk' is accessible by train (and bus) from Lara train station, limited car parking available in Walkers Road and Wingara Drive.
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The area stretches between Flinders Avenue and Station Lake Road for 550m.
Blue-Green Algae Advice:
This waterbody frequently contains blue-green algae during the warmer months of the year. Contact by humans and animals can be harmful. AVOID ALL CONTACT WITH THE WATER.
Access for Dogs:
Dogs permitted on leash.
Review:
A wonderful area for a walk with a huge variety of plants, bushes and trees beside a network of paths. There is artwork, water tap with bowl, plenty of seats to rest on and a bin at the northern end.
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Location
63 Walkers Road, Lara 3212 View Map
✆ 0438 022 552
Email Enquiry
Web Links
→ Kevin Hoffman Walk, Lara (Walking Maps)
→ Friends of Kevin Hoffman Walk
→ Friends of Kevin Hoffman Walk on Facebook
