Leanganook Track

The Leanganook Track is 58.79 km long, so most hikers treat it as a 3 to 4 day walk. It links Castlemaine and Bendigo and is generally considered a medium-difficulty multi-day route, with 747 m of total elevation gain spread across the track.

The Leanganook Track runs between Castlemaine and Bendigo in central Victoria. It is the northern section of the Goldfields Track, with the route starting in Castlemaine and finishing in Bendigo, making it practical as a point-to-point hike rather than a loop.

The Leanganook Track is rated medium difficulty. Over 58.79 km, it gains 747 m in elevation, so it is not an extreme alpine climb, but it is still a substantial multi-day walk that suits hikers comfortable covering long distances over several days.

Camping is available near the route at Leanganook Camping Area in Mount Alexander Regional Park. The campground has unpowered sites, flushing toilets, picnic tables, fireplaces, and shelter, and camping there is free with no booking required. Parks Victoria notes it is a short detour from stop LT09 on the Goldfields Track to the camping area at stop LT10.

Dogs are allowed at Leanganook Camping Area in Mount Alexander Regional Park, but they must be kept on a leash. That makes this section of the Leanganook area more flexible for hikers with dogs, although track-specific restrictions and current park conditions should always be checked before setting out.

As of Thursday, April 2, 2026, Parks Victoria reported that Mount Alexander Regional Park had reopened to visitors, including Leanganook Campground and Joseph Young Drive. However, it also stated that most of the park was badly burned and that all walking tracks remained closed at that time, so current conditions are especially important for anyone planning the Leanganook Track.