Arthurs Seat is atop a winding, scenic road, complete with lookouts and coastal views galore. A walk through Arthurs Seat State Park can take many forms; a stroll through the gorgeous Seawinds garden, a bush trek to King Falls, the scenic route Summit Circuit, and more. There are several tracks to explore through the beloved State Park, each option taking around 1 to 2 hours. Here’s a rundown of the splendid scenes you can see.
Summit Circuit Walk
- Distance: 1.8km
- Time: Approx. 1 hour circuit.
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Includes: Steps
The Summit Circuit is a loop that guides you past points of interest, including Seawinds Gardens, William Ricketts sculptures, multiple lookouts and the Seawinds Nursery Volunteers Indigenous Garden. On a clear day, you’ll see the You Yangs, Mount Macedon, and the city’s skyline across the bay.
There are some steps involved in this trail, but the path is mostly flat and kid-friendly if everyone’s game for the stairs! You can stay on the circuit by following the Crimson Rosella symbols.
OT Dam Circuit Walk
- Distance: 3km
- Time: 2 hours return
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate
- Includes: Hills
The dam was originally constructed using horse-drawn scoops by the OT Company. The trail to the dam is well-formed and easy to follow, with lots of signposts. You’ll walk through native forest down to a deep gully, and once you reach the dam, a boardwalk circles around it. This trail is quite tranquil, and you can enjoy the smell of eucalypt. There are a few ways to access the OT Dam; we recommend parking on Arthurs Seat Road to the west of where it meets Main Creek Road.
If you’re a cyclist or keen hiker, you can start from Boundary road in Dromana and take a larger loop that passes the dam – this 9km will take closer to 3 hours to walk.
TC McKellar Walk
- Distance: 1.4km
- Time: 45-minute circuit.
- Difficulty: Easy
Starting from the Seawinds Garden information shelter (you’ve gotta check out Seawinds – trust us), this loop follows a shaded track and walks you by plenty of the stunning vegetation of the park. The trail follows a gentle rise-and-fall, lined by a strong representation of our native bushland.
Kings Waterfall Circuit Walk
- Distance: 1km
- Time: 1 hour return.
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate
- Includes: Steps
Beginning from the Kings Falls carpark on Waterfall Gully Road, this return walk is a nice loop through she-oak forest and fern gullies, with a beautiful midpoint of King Waterfall. The waterfall is at its best after periods of heavy rain, but regardless of the time of year, you can experience one of the best things to do in Arthur’s Seat – a walk through the lush rainforest with a great chance of spotting wildlife.
Where to Stay After a Long Day Hiking in Mornington Peninsula?
Arthurs Seat State Park is well worth the visit, offering an easy way to immerse yourself in native flora while observing local wildlife in a natural setting. The network of tracks provides options suited for a short morning walk or a longer day of exploring, and many visitors enjoy completing several routes in one visit. The lookouts deliver broad views across the Peninsula, and the shaded sections of the bushland tracks offer a calm break during warmer days. It helps to dress for the conditions, as these walks remain reliable activities throughout the entire year.
If you are planning a trip that includes time on these trails, staying nearby makes the experience far more convenient. Go Coastal offers a range of accommodation close to Arthurs Seat, giving you easy access to walking tracks, beaches and dining spots during your stay.