Enjoy the city's nature walks

There are many beautiful views across Wodonga from our hilltops, like the above photo captured on Huon Hill at sunset.

We know everyone is out and about enjoying our parks and reserves, our tracks and trails, but we want to remind our community to enjoy but don't destroy.

Our reserves and environmental lands across the city are a safety net for nature and our own future. They help protect threatened species and their habitats.

While enjoying these areas, we need to make sure we "do nothing to make a difference"!

This means leaving fallen sticks and branches in place, letting the soil be as digging and other disturbances affect the health of the ecosystem, keeping rubbish away and staying on the established trails.

​Looking for an epic hike or ride with stunning scenery?

Venture through McFarlanes Hill, which is known for its natural beauty and wildlife.

The view of Wodonga from the ridge is worth the four-kilometre walk along the Ridge Walking Track.

Remember when out walking to observe social distancing.

Here are our top tips for enjoying our trails:

- Stick to the purpose-built trails

- Observe all signage

- Let someone know if you are going

- Have fun

Want more?

If you are ready and raring for an exhilarating and challenging mountain bike ride, experience the thrills of downhill mountain biking at the Rock n Roller on Hunchback Hill.

The rock n roller will challenge and delight you. With dirt jumps, bridges, pumps, it is the crown jewel in Wodonga.

It’s best tackled by immediate to experienced riders.

If you are looking for some of the best walks around Wodonga, our Natural Resources team has started mapping some of the city's nature trails for the community, such as the St Francis Nature Trail.

You can view these maps here or check out the council's Walk Wodonga booklet or Wodonga's Pathway booklet online.

The maps will help you stay active and enjoy the benefits of nature.

Do you live in Baranduda? The St Francis Nature Trail is on Baranduda Boulevard, Baranduda (next to school entrance).

It's a short, fun nature trail loop. Enjoy views of the Baranduda Range, watch for birds, kangaroos and water bugs. Listen out for frogs.

The walk is .49 km and should take around seven minutes to complete.