Victoria location profile

Kinglake VIC 3763

Kinglake is a picturesque mountain township in the Kinglake Ranges, known for its leafy bushland setting and small, close-knit community. It appeals to tree-changers and families seeking acreage living, fresh air and access to extensive national park trails.

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Why families consider Kinglake

Rural, family-oriented and community-minded, with a mix of long-term locals, trades, and commuters to Melbourne’s north-eastern suburbs. Lifestyle centres on outdoor recreation, self-sufficiency and bushland living, with a strong focus on bushfire awareness.

Amenities & services

Local supermarket and village shops
Medical centre and pharmacy
Cafes, bakery and pub
Service station and post office
Primary school and community centre
Kinglake Library, Whittlesea–Kinglake Road, Kinglake
Yea Library, The Semi Circle, Yea
Whittlesea Library, Laurel Street, Whittlesea

Transport & connectivity

No train station; nearest: Hurstbridge Station (Hurstbridge line) and Mernda Station (Mernda line)
Bus 365 Kinglake–Whittlesea (Dysons) connecting to Mernda/metro services
Whittlesea–Kinglake Road (C726), Healesville–Kinglake Road (C724), access to Melba Highway (B300) via Kinglake–Glenburn Road

Lifestyle & recreation

Kinglake National Park walking trails and lookouts
Mason Falls picnic areas
Bollygum Park adventure playground
Kinglake Memorial Reserve (oval, netball/tennis courts)
Community hall and local markets/events
Kinglake National Park
Mason Falls Picnic Area
Bollygum Park
Mount Sugarloaf Lookout
Jehosaphat Gully Picnic Area
Wombelano Falls
Kinglake Memorial Reserve

Education context

Limited local options (kinder and occasional care); broader long-day care and family day care available in Whittlesea, Yarra Glen and Mernda within a 25–35 minute drive.

La Trobe University, Bundoora campus
RMIT University, Bundoora campuses
University of Melbourne, Parkville campus