It runs from the Yarra River Trail near the Eastern Freeway at Fairfield to Hughesdale Station in the south.

It is frequently used by local residents and recreational cyclists, because of its proximity to other paths, many suburbs, and connecting transport.

The path is fully sealed, either bitumen or concrete, and busy road crossings are serviced by pedestrian traffic lights.

At various locations along the path, there are barbecues (at the park adjacent to Whitehorse Road crossing and Frog Hollow Reserve).

Many parks are dotted along the path, such as ovals, playgrounds, tennis courts and cricket pitches.