Gippsland Camino 2026

We will be coordinating a 3-day supported walk for participants from the 16th-19th April 2026. We will be following the route of the Great Southern Rail Trail.

Commencing from Nyora and concluding in Meeniyan we will cover 52 kilometres. By utilising a popular walking route, and combining it with the enthusiastic participation of the local churches we are offering a unique experience to connect back into yourself. The walk will commence on day 1 at Nyora and conclude at Korumburra (23km). Day 2 will be from Korumburra to Leongatha (14.8km) with an optional 5 km extension around Leongatha. Day 3 will be from Leongatha to Meeniyan (16 km).

The supported walk occurs over a longer weekend, starting with a blessing of the Pilgrims on the evening of Thursday 16th April at Nyora and then concluding with a celebration at Meeniyan on the Sunday afternoon. Pilgrims will be responsible for their own food and accommodation. The nature of the support is that participants will: be walking with others; have access to volunteer support along the way; and have the opportunities to visit, rest and reflect in local churches.

We will also create a 2026 Gippsland Camino Information Booklet to be used as a resource on its own. The nature of a pilgrimage is that people may choose to do this at your own time and own pace. While the local churches may not be open when you choose to do your own Camino, the information about local amenities and prayer resources will be an invaluable resource for any person using the route as a pilgrim.

Pilgrims are welcome to register for the whole or any part of the walk. While the walk is not arduous, they are long day walks and we encourage people to start training for the walk now.