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Melville Caves
Melville Caves are a collection of enormous granite boulders resting against each other atop a rocky outcrop in the Mount Kooyoora Ranges. The spaces between these gigantic boulders form the caves.
They are located in the Kooyora State Park in Brenanah, Victoria.
The caves are named after the notorious bushranger Captain Melville; he used these caves as a hiding place and lookout in the mid-19th century. Walking quietly, you may see a kangaroo or two relaxing in this area.
The Walk - 750 metres - 20 minutes - Medium
The walk to Melville Caves from the Melville Caves Lookout car park is 750 metres and takes about 20 minutes. The well-formed undulating path meanders alongside incredible, gigantic rock formations.
After about 300 metres, you reach the lookout, which offers incredible views over the hills and into the valley. A monument shows the landmarks' names and directions.
The path then winds down a short section of steps before opening into a large clearing, where there is a sign to another lookout and the caves. There is a seat to enjoy the views and a steep drop-off at the lookout area, so be careful in this area.
To the left of this area is the rocky path to the caves. Multiple caverns and pathways are beneath and around the massive rocks. The main cave has two levels and a small staircase to the second level.
Make sure you look up inside the caves to see the rocks precariously balanced on each other, high above you.
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