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Nature & Wildlife Areas in Melbourne
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- Rivka110 contributionsThis state park is easily accessed and is a great option to cool off on a hot summer’s day. You can go for a swim in the river and there areas where you can spread a picnic blanket and spend an afternoon there. This is also a good place to go for a hike through the forest and along the riverbank to catch a glimpse of Koalas on the treetops if you’re lucky!Written 25 July 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- platypus150Melbourne, Australia32,436 contributionsThe early morning light in Winter brings out some of the birds, but it fairly quiet in the park, especially in the lower lake near the freeway.Written 7 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dimitris LSydney, Australia50,924 contributionsThe Ian Potter Foundation Children’s Garden is a fantastic place to take the kids. It is located within the Botanic Gardens in the city and it has a number of different sections or gardens for the children to explore.Written 20 June 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RmmooAspendale, Australia31 contributionsPleasant day out with young children. Great playground and lots of picnic tables. Enjoyed the tractor train ride and kids liked the pony ride.Written 17 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jeffry bEssendon, Australia13,596 contributionsHabitat Filter is a piece of wasteland that has been resurrected by toll-way company Transurban. Transurban has helped re-establish a city oasis for small animals and indigenous plants. Habitat Filter is very interesting. It is open occasionally for public inspection. If you cross the road, take care, as the traffic moves quickly.Written 7 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mei YNullagine, Australia1,451 contributionsLocated next to Lisbeth Avenue in Donvale, this small reserve is appealing! Well shaded by the tall precious pine trees, wheelchair friendly, it has a small playground to keep young children busy. There is even a tennis court for hire. What I find fascinating is its location where the path leads to the Mullum Mullum Creek Trail over the Hugh 'Mullum Mullum Tunnel ' Entrance marker. It also leads to bush walking tracks and beyond, through the undulating hills. Fascinating ! Hope you find it helpful!Written 22 January 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- K72Melbourne, Australia3,082 contributionsA local gem- a small wetland area with the river not too far away. There are a few bodies of water to wander around and explore. Birdlife is prolific- and seasonal. Last week i saw cormorants, spoonbills, purple moorhens, black swans and many many other bird varieties.
As it's warming up the snakes are out- wear good shoes and stay on the paths! Lots of kangaroos in park and apparently wombats too- I haven't lucked one yet! It's usually a peaceful place though during lockdown some teenagers took up residence and had noisy parties and damaged some of the habitat. The rangers have cleared that. Usually quieter on weekdays!Written 22 October 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - The Wandering ReviewerMelbourne, Australia12,189 contributionsThe playground has been upgraded and now includes a number of separate play elements bundled together into a play area. There is a cute little cubby house with a tiny slide for the youngest kids and a bigger structure with a metal slide and a few climbing elements for the older kids. There is also a spinning rope cylinder, five swings on a frame, see-saw and rocker.
This is a nice playground that has a picnic shelter nearby with tables and a barbeque as well as shaded and unshaded seats and taps for fresh water.
Note that the lovely playground is close to a large pond so keep your eye on the kiddies. I wouldn't let the kids swim in it for health reasons.
There is a creek that weaves its way winds through a wooded area, under a bridge and into the lake. Note that there is an area for ball games across the bridge as well as a BMX jumps track nearby.
Wheelchair friendly. Kid friendly. Good parking. Bring your own food and snacks.Written 3 February 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
