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Bacchus Marsh 1000+ Steps

The rules at a glance

On-lead welcome

Bacchus Marsh, VIC 3340

Rules verified 24 September 2026

Dogs
Welcome
Where
Bacchus Marsh, VIC
Policy checked
2026-09-24

Pet policy

Reported walking route: A moderately challenging 1.9km one-way trail with over 1000 steps, offering panoramic views from Bald Hill and connecting to an all-abilities trail at the summit.. Confirm leash rules with council signage on site.

Bacchus Marsh 1000+ Steps is a dog walk in Bacchus Marsh, VIC, where the trail climbs Bald Hill, offering panoramic views of the Bacchus Marsh district, with native vegetation and sculptures along the way.

The walk

Underfoot it is steps, concrete path, asphalt track, rough track.

Lead rules

Moorabool Shire Council manages the route. This is a lead-on route: the leash stays on from the car park to the exit, with council signage the only exception if a section is ever re-signed.

Carry water for the dog: drinking points along walks like this are rarely signed, so plan as if there are none. Early morning and dusk are the comfortable windows in Bacchus Marsh for an on-lead stroll of this kind, particularly through the warmer months.

Worth knowing

There is enough dog-friendly hospitality around Bacchus Marsh to turn the walk into an outing; the suburb guide sorts out the options. Avenue of Honour River Circuit is the other local walk worth comparing.

Policy verified 24 September 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.