Explore the Kevin Hoffman Walk in Lara
A peaceful 900-metre garden trail along Hovells Creek, showcasing Australian native plants
Kevin Hoffman Walk
Welcome to the Kevin Hoffman Walk – a peaceful native garden trail in the heart of Lara, along the east side of Hovells Creek. Spanning approximately 900 metres, the Walk celebrates the beauty of Australian flora, with vibrant ground covers, flowering shrubs, native trees and sculptures, providing habitat for birds and other wildlife. It’s a place to wander, reflect and reconnect with nature.
Free to visit during daylight hours and explore at your own pace.
Developed and tended by Kevin Hoffman over 45 years, the Walk continues to be cared for by the Friends of Kevin Hoffman Walk, in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong and with support from local businesses and the community.
“It’s a garden of awesomeness!” – Dawson, age 8
Our 2027 Calendar is Out Now!
Enjoy the beauty of Kevin Hoffman Walk throughout the year, with 12 featured photographs from our 2026 Photo Competition themed “The Magic of the Walk”.
Our calendar is our major annual fundraiser. Every purchase helps fund our part-time gardener, preserving the Walk and Kevin’s legacy for the community to enjoy.
$15 each — a lovely gift or a little something for yourself.
Join us for our 2026 Photo Competition Winners Event
Celebrate this year’s entries, see the winning images revealed, and be among the first to view our 2027 Kevin Hoffman Walk Calendar.
RSVP to the Winners Event Here
Our 2026 Photo Competition is Now Open!
Discover the Magic of the Walk through your lens. Open to amateur photographers of all experience levels.
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About Kevin Hoffman
Kevin Hoffman was a visionary whose passion for nature, photography, and community transformed a section of Hovells Creek in Lara into the beloved Kevin Hoffman Walk. Starting in the 1970s, Kevin dedicated decades to beautifying the area, creating a tranquil sanctuary for wildlife and visitors alike. With no formal horticultural training, his innovative approach to gardening inspired many, blending vibrant shades of green with native plants to create year-round appeal.
Today, the Walk stands as a testament to Kevin’s dedication and love for the natural world, offering a peaceful retreat for all who visit. Kevin’s legacy lives on through the work of the Friends of Kevin Hoffman Walk, ensuring his vision continues to thrive for future generations.
Friends of Kevin Hoffman Walk
We are a dedicated not-for-profit community group formed in 2013 to help care for the Walk, preserve Kevin Hoffman’s legacy and maintain this peaceful native garden for the community to enjoy.
Our volunteers, fundraising and local sponsorships support garden maintenance and plant replenishment, while our tours and talks share the Walk’s story. We invite you to get involved as a volunteer, member, sponsor or supporter.
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