| Diamond Creek Trail | |
|---|---|
 Entrance to Edendale Farm in Eltham | |
| Length | 11 km (6.8 mi) |
| Location | Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Hazards | Unguarded railway crossing |
| Surface | Asphalt or concrete path |
| Hills | Fitzsimons lane |
| Water | Diamond Creek, Eltham |
| Train(s) | Hurstbridge Line |
| Tram(s) | None |
| Bus | 580, 343 |
The Diamond Creek Trail is a shared-use path for cyclists and pedestrians, running along Diamond Creek through the north-eastern outer suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.[1][2][3]
The trail follows the creek and the railway line to Eltham, where it connects to the Main Yarra Trail (also known as the Yarra River Trail). The path is generally flat with minor inclines and offers views of parklands, the creek valley, and semi-rural suburbia. It is fully paved with either concrete or asphalt and is relatively unaffected by tree roots.
Designed more for leisurely travel than high-speed commuting, the trail is used by walkers, families, children, dog walkers (dogs must be leashed), and the elderly. Certain sections of the path are narrow, with several 90-degree bends for added interest.
Despite its scenic appeal, the trail is not well signposted and includes some hazardous road crossings. Notable attractions include the Edendale Farm Community Environment Centre and the Diamond Valley Railway.
- ^ VicRoads - Bicycle Facilities Map Archived February 19, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Bike Trails in Australia". www.bigyak.net.au.
- ^ "Melbourne and Geelong's shared paths in Google Earth". Archived from the original on 12 October 2016. Retrieved 13 June 2007.