The Fire Danger Period for Macedon Ranges Shire started at 1am on Monday 17 November until further notice. During this time, no fire may be lit in the open air without a permit.
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The Macedon Ranges region is host to spectacular and environmentally significant nature and bushland reserves, great for recreational activities like walking, picnics and bird watching.
Where else in Australia will you find the Black Hole of Calcutta, The Eagle, The Chapel and Lover's Leap ... let the secrets of Hanging Rock, based in the Macedon Ranges, unfold before your eyes.
The park offers great opportunities for bushwalking, scenic drives and picnics. Enjoy views from the Mount Macedon Memorial Cross and Camels Hump.
Experience the superb natural environments of Wombat and Cobaw State Forests and Black Forest Woodend, used for picnics, bushwalking, cycling and four wheel driving.
Information regarding the Autumn leaves period from March to May.