Belgrave, Sherbrooke Forest and Alfred Nicholas Gardens Circuit

Grade: Moderate
Total Elevation Gain: 680m
Distance: 18 km
Pace: Moderate (4.5km PH)
Meeting Point: [The Black Bee Craft Beer & Wine Bar . BELGRAVE](https://maps.app.goo.gl/gUUx3xU3ervtjqtt5)
Host Contact Number: 0401498263 (Douglas)

Time to burn off some of those festive calories with a beautiful walk starting from Belgrave and taking some very pretty tracks through the Sherbrooke Forest until we reach the beautiful Alfred Nicholas Gardens.

The Gardens is known for its extensive water features including waterfalls and an ornamental lake complete with boathouse. As a well as the beautiful Mountain Ash trees.

From there we will follow the aptly named Hill Climb Track back into Belgrave.

There are a few hills to keep the heart rate up but no major climbs which suitable for all those with a reasonable level of hiking fitness.

Key information: My contact number is: 0401 498263

Carpooling site \- Need a lift or can offer a lift to others ? please use this simply site book a seat or list a share ride\.
[Carpool link - Seats available now](https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/ky2t96)

For a detailed map please see the following link but please note that we will not be starting at the point indicated on this map.
[A guide only - we will do a variation of this route](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/afternoon-hike-at-sherbrooke-forest-circuit-f4068a5)

QUESTIONS:
Feel free to message me - 0401 498263

BEING PREPARED
THINK BEFORE YOU HIKE - [T.H.I.N.K](https://www.trailhiking.com.au/web-stories/think-before-you-hike/)
Plans change, but please keep your RSVP up to date to allow others the chance to attend.
Aim to arrive 15 minutes before the start time & let me know if you’re running late (0401 498263) .
Remember that phone reception won't always be available so contact me as soon as possible if required.
NO SHOW POLICY:
If you fail to show up for 2 events or more without informing us prior to the start time you will be removed from the group.
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