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Good to know
In wet weather or during flood times access to the start of the trail may be limited.
About this walk
Gunbower State Forest is an area with a unique ecosystem and a diverse history. The island contains many sites of European and Indigenous cultural significance.
Explore this beautiful region on a leisurely forest walk that offers 2 different half-day routes.
Wander through red gum forests and wetlands as you enjoy the tranquillity and beauty of the forest. Bring along a picnic lunch for a stop in picturesque surrounds.
Two loop walks
Both the Turtle loop and Eagle loop begin at Koondrook and link a number of historical, cultural and ecological sites of interest.
Turtle Loop walk is a longer half-day return walk of around 13km.
Eagle Loop walk is a more leisurely return walk of 9km.
Photo gallery
![An aerial view of a river running alongside a dirt track](https://www.exploreoutdoors.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/image/0019/542242/varieties/image_gallery_thumb.jpg)
- Koondrook Redgum Forest - Turtle Loop
![An aerial view of a river flowing through green grassland and bush](https://www.exploreoutdoors.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/image/0022/542245/varieties/image_gallery_thumb.png)
- Koondrook Redgum Forest Walk - Turtle Loop
![A view of blue sky and the tops of many green trees](https://www.exploreoutdoors.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/image/0029/538256/varieties/image_gallery_thumb.jpg)
- Koondrook Redgum Forest Walk - Eagle Loop
![A woman looks up at a large eucalyptus page](https://www.exploreoutdoors.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/image/0024/542247/varieties/image_gallery_thumb.jpg)
- Koondrook Redgum Forest - Eagle Loop
![A cluster of tall eucalyptus trees](https://www.exploreoutdoors.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/image/0023/542246/varieties/image_gallery_thumb.jpg)
- Koondrook Redgum Forest - Eagle Loop
How to get there
Page last updated: 10/05/24