Sassafras

#2486 among destinations in Australia

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Sassafras is a locality and township within Greater Melbourne, beyond the Melbourne metropolitan area Urban Growth Boundary, 43 km east of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Knox and Shire of Yarra Ranges local government areas. Sassafras recorded a population of 1,061 at the 2016 Census. ()

Population: 1 thous. (2019)Coordinates: 37°51'49"S, 145°21'12"E

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Sassafras – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Puffing Billy Railway, Tarralla Creek Trail, Mount Dandenong, Dandenong Creek Trail.

3 miS
Scenic railroads, Tours
Puffing Billy Railway, Belgrave
78 min walk • The Puffing Billy Railway is a 2 ft 6 in narrow gauge heritage railway in the Dandenong Ranges in Melbourne, Australia. The primary starting point, operations and administration centre, main refreshment room and ticket purchasing are located at Belgrave station.
5.7 miNW
Cycling, Bike path, Bike trail
Tarralla Creek Trail
146 min walk • Tarralla Creek Trail is a scenic bike path nestled in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, offering both locals and visitors a peaceful escape into nature. This well-maintained trail meanders alongside Tarralla Creek, providing cyclists with a picturesque...
2.4 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Dandenong
61 min walk • Mount Dandenong, a prominent peak rising above Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offers a tranquil escape and breathtaking views of the metropolitan area and beyond. Standing at 633 meters, this mountain is nestled within the Dandenong Ranges and is a crucial component of...
2.8 miNW
Cycling, Bike path
Dandenong Creek Trail
71 min walk • The Dandenong Creek Trail is a shared use path for cyclists and pedestrians, which follows Dandenong Creek through the outer eastern and south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
1.9 miSE
Area
Kallista, Dandenong Ranges
48 min walk • Kallista is a locality within Greater Melbourne beyond the Melbourne metropolitan area Urban Growth Boundary, 36 km south-east from Melbourne's central business district. Its local government area is the Shire of Yarra Ranges. At the 2016 Census, Kallista had a population of 1,437 people.
1.6 miNE
Park
National Rhododendron Gardens
40 min walk • National Rhododendron Gardens, also known as Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden, is a botanitca garden in Mount Dandenong, Victoria, Australia. The gardens are known for their rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, cherries and daffodils. There are also some smaller gardens, like the Japanese Garden.
3.6 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Silvan Reservoir
91 min walk • The Silvan Reservoir is located in Silvan about 40 kilometres east of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It has a capacity of 40,000 ML. The reservoir is operated by Melbourne Water.
2.3 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Natural feature
Dandenong Ranges
59 min walk • The Dandenong Ranges are a set of low mountain ranges, rising to 633 metres at Mount Dandenong, approximately 35 km east of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
5.6 miN
Hiking, Hiking trail
Mount Evelyn Aqueduct Walk
143 min walk • The Mount Evelyn Aqueduct Walk uses part of the Mount Evelyn Aqueduct which once cut the town of Mount Evelyn, Victoria, Australia, in two.
1.9 miSW
Park
Dandenong Ranges National Park - Ferntree Gully, Dandenong Ranges
49 min walk • The Dandenong Ranges are a set of low mountain ranges, rising to 633 metres at Mount Dandenong, approximately 35 km east of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
6.8 miSE
Locality
Emerald
174 min walk • One of the must-visit attractions in Emerald is the iconic Emerald Lake Park, a stunning oasis nestled in the heart of the town. Visitors can enjoy leisurely strolls along the tranquil lake, have a picnic amidst the breathtaking scenery, or hire a paddleboat to explore...