 | This article is written like a manual or guide.(September 2024) |
| Broadmeadows Valley Trail | |
|---|---|
 A view looking down the valley to the south. | |
| Length | 14.3 km |
| Location | Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Hills | Some uphill work when heading north |
| Train(s) | Craigieburn line |
The Broadmeadows Valley Trail is a shared use path for cyclists and pedestrians in the outer northern suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. [1] [2] [3]
The northern end of the trail is most easily accessed from Craigieburn railway station. It begins at the intersection of Stockton Street and Aitken Creek near the station.
Follow Aitken Creek for 1.8 km until reaching the back entrance gate of the Craigieburn Public Golf Course. Instead of continuing through the golf course along Aitken Creek, head south via Axminster Drive. This soon becomes a path created from the ends of a series of cul-de-sacs. Approximately 1 km from Aitken Creek, a small wetland is encountered. Follow the trail until a large solitary palm is visible. Head towards the palm, then continue along a short goat track on its far side, which crosses a narrow easement. Pick up the path on the other side of the easement.
In Roxburgh Park, the path winds around some streets, crosses an open area, and then runs between contemporary terrace-style houses. It enters an open park area, where the path forms a figure of eight. At the south end of the park, the path passes through a distinct line of trees running east to west and crosses a large power transmission line easement. Avoid heading east at this point and continue south.
The path then runs for another 8 km through a navigable section and reaches Barry Road in Westmeadows. Passing a couple of ovals on the left, the path arrives at a footbridge about 0.4 km from Barry Road. Cross the bridge to join the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail.
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Geographic data related to Broadmeadows Valley Trail at OpenStreetMap