Umbagong District Park — Attraction in District of Belconnen

A hidden slice of tranquility between the hustle and bustle of life. The first time i strolled through here I felt an overwhelming sense of peace. Lovely footpaths and gorgeous little bridges weave in and out of this nature lovers paradise. To sit on the many convenient seats positioned along the path and listen to the trickling water of the creek, bird songs and frogs croaking. Stumble onto the sweet mob of kangaroos who live here and are easy to spot and find if you have international visitors staying. From BBQs to multiple children's playgrounds, including a giant castle. The iconic stepping stones over the creek. Lizards, frogs, kookaburras, parrots, rabbits, kangaroos, turtles and thankfully over the last few years i haven't yet stumbled on a snake who are wise enough to keep well hidden. Stand on the bridge and hear the water splashing along and forget your stress and that you are actually only metres from busy Belconnen suburbs. Great walking or biking trails are easy to follow with plenty of signs to point you the right way. Friendly locals love to walk their dogs here and will wish you a good day with an added smile. Umbagong Park is certainly my 'happy place'

Update June 2022: FINALLY hear they are building new metal bridges to replace the old wooden ones that have been closed off for years....

"Umbagong district park is part of the Ginninderra Creek corridor. This green corridor meanders through the suburbs from Lake Ginninderra to Parkwood where it meets with Gooromon Ponds. The waters of both streams rush down Ginninderra Gorge, cascade over Ginninderra falls and flow on into the Murrumbidgee River. Ginninderra Creek is part of the Murray Darling Basin."

"The first inhabitants of this part of Belconnen were the Ngunnawal Aboriginal people. A number of axe grinding grooves in the volcanic tuff of the creek bed are a reminder of the importance of this area to these people. The Ginninderra Creek 'chain of ponds' would have provided a reliable source of water for the Aboriginal community. It would also have attracted many animals and supported a variety of plant species." --- brochure from Umbagong...

lovely district park. I have loved walking around this nature walk. i feel this is a little gem of a spot and not a lot of canberran's know of this space. when i have walked here it can be very secluded and quiet which is lovely. the grass can be long so i recommend looking out for snakes on warmer days. awesome big playground here. one time we saw a lone kangaroo here too. there are bbqs and shelter areas for with picnic table at furthest end from kippax direction. hidden little gem. a few bridge walks over the river very scenic!! Stepping stones...