With all the rain weโve been getting, wetland was definitely wet, with puddles of water both large and small on the side of the path. Now and then even the paths were somewhat muddy.
There were a few mosquitoes around but we found as long as we moved, they didnโt seem strong enough or energetic enough to chase us.
We met up with a few walkers, but by and large the area was very quiet. The childrenโs play area was empty. We did catch a few groups of people having a midday snack in one of the shelters.
While the walk was enjoyable felt a few more signposts would be an improvement. It seemed to us once you got to a place there was a sign telling you where you were. But at the beginning there was no sign to tell you which way to go to get to anywhere specific.
While we felt the bird lookout could do with a good spring-clean and perhaps even a coat of paint, we were compensated by seeing the birds sticking their long beaks into the water and coming up with something they seemed to enjoy.
A lovely way to get away from the hustle and bustle of...
ย ย ย Read moreWhat a gorgeous quiet and scenic wetland adventure situated on the banks of the Pine River Walking tracks include Island circuit track 3 klm Birdhide track 1klm Canoe trails 4klm round trip, please check tide times as low tide can be tricky in some parts. Nice place to cycle, the pathways comprise boardwalk and crushed rock all smooth enough for cycling Playground has good shade and is suitable for toddlers up to say 5 years There are quiet a few picnic tables and a few bbqs scattered around. A pontoon to launch your boat craft Also places designed for fishing with shade and a table to scale...
ย ย ย Read moreWent for lunch/afternoon feeding worms to the fish. Nice little spot, has a fishing platform and wall along the bank so for the kids it's easy "cast" into the water. Has some tables and BBQs and plenty of shaded grass areas. There is the basic play ground with a climbing fort with slide and some swings. There are basic toilets that are ok in desperate times. We checked out the short walk to the bird hide and there is longer walks around the wetlands if that's your jam. Also if you happen to own a boat there is a boat ramp next...
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