Yarra Bend Park — Attraction in Melbourne

Yarra Bend Park is truly a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Spanning over 260 hectares, this park is Melbourne’s largest natural bushland park and offers an incredible escape from the city's hustle and bustle. The serene environment, filled with lush greenery, picturesque trails, and stunning views of the Yarra River, makes it a perfect destination for relaxation and recreation.

One of the standout features of Yarra Bend Park is the diverse range of activities it offers. Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, birdwatching, or picnicking, this park has something for everyone. The well-maintained walking trails, such as the Loop Trail, provide breathtaking views of the city skyline while immersing visitors in tranquil nature. For families, the picnic areas equipped with barbecue facilities are ideal for a fun and relaxing day out.

Another unique aspect of the park is the Grey-headed Flying Fox colony. Observing these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience and a great opportunity for wildlife photography.

Yarra Bend Park is also easily accessible, with ample parking spaces and proximity to public transport. The park's peaceful ambiance and stunning natural beauty make it a must-visit destination for anyone in Melbourne.

A visit to Yarra Bend Park is a chance to unwind, connect with nature, and create lasting memories. It’s no surprise this park is cherished by locals and...

Studley Annex, the urban gateway to Yarra Bend Park, bordered by Studley Park and the Kew Boulevard, neighbouring Caritas Christi Hospice, offers the many walkers city-edge views of the inner suburban Yarra Valley overlooking Yarra Bend golf course. It has two main paths leading down to the river via the Boulevard: one on a bitumen track the other, a bush track through a wooded environment. Sadly this once splendid park is now in appalling condition, severely neglected by Parks Victoria. The grassed area abutting Caritas is a morgue of large dead Pittosternum trees which once offered dense shade to local picners; the thinning canopy and many dead and fallen trees on the bush track are a further symptom of the poor condition of this environment. On the bush track closer to the Boulevard there is an unkept undergrowth and tangle of dead wood and fallen trees, the end product of an poor attempt at controlled burning some years back. Multiple young saplings that have been felled and left on a lesser track making it very difficult for walkers. With a few resources and a bit of TLC by Parks Victoria, this once delightful park could be restored to its...

From the Studley Park Boathouse restaurant we had to drive to get to the other side to get to the Yarra Bend Park. However this is just a crossover walk from Studley park via suspension bridge otherwise need to drive if you have picnic stuff in the car and want a closer parking after a long walk.

It is right next to the golf course. This park has ample picnic tables and some are roofed. Lots of shaded areas, clean bbq and bins around. Public toilets are available as well.

Towards the end is the Yarra River where you can launch a kayak or go for fishing. We had our camping chairs and picnic mats set up after our brunch at Studley Park Boathouse and stayed there relaxing while hubbies are fishing. No luck by the way but it was the experience that counts.

This park is clean and has a wide open area for playing and walking/running. Pets are welcome but remember to pick up...