Balcombe Estuary Reserve — Attraction in Melbourne

Great little spot on the Mornington Peninsula. Stretching from the mouth of the Balcombe right up deep into dense mangroves, this is a great spot for a walk or a fish. The contrast of environments is quite fascinating, you've got the sandy beach at the mouth, which quickly changes to a very similar environment to a Westernport...

Great public reserve that follows and protects the lower reaches of Balcombe Creek. Trail can be walked all the way into The Briars Park. Most of the trail is on a boardwalk so very accessible. In wet months some shady sections can be a bit slippery. Most dog walkers are considerate but some don't use a leash and leave...

Beautiful picnic area right by the Balcome creek! Open publicly accessible fireplaces here as well (bring your own firewood). There's a pier here for fishing. You have the beach very close by and this is the start of the walking track along Balcome Creek which goes all the way to the Briars...