Orbost - Youngs Creek Reservoir
The 4.6 km return (2 hours) Young's Creek Reservoir Walking Track takes you to the century-old, former water supply reservoir. The reservoir was commissioned in 1918 to supply the Orbost Township with water. The reservoir wall stands 7.8 metres high and the pondage held up to 118 megalitres of water. The reservoir is no longer in use but the wall is still standing and can be viewed from the viewing platform.
It is possible for experienced swimmers to swim in the reservoir but care needs to be taken due to underwater hazards. There are no facilities at the reservoir.
The walking track to the reservoir begins just west of the Youngs Creek picnic area car park where there is a picnic table and drop toilets. The track passes through eucalypt forest and some warm temperate rainforest on Young's Creek. The rainforest has a closed canopy, keeping the sunlight out and creating cool conditions beneath.
Getting There:
The most direct route to Youngs Creek picnic area is to travel north through Orbost and turn right onto the Bonang Road. Follow the Bonang Road for 6.3 kilometres to where 4.5 Mile Track begins. Turn right onto 4.5 Mile Track and travel for 2.3 kilometres where you will then reach Storers Track. At this intersection turn right onto Storers Track and travel in an easterly direction. Storers Track gradually descends and crosses Young's Creek. Once over the bridge, cars can be parked in the cleared area directly opposite the picnic area. The route to the falls is well signposted and suitable for 2WD cars.
Access for Dogs:
Dogs are permitted.
Location
Storers Track, Orbost 3888 View Map
