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The 6 Best Free Things to do in Altona, Victoria
Discover the best top things to do in Altona, Australia including Hobsons Bay Coastal Trail, Burns Reserve (Altona Dog Beach), Cherry Lake Altona, The 100 Steps of Federation, Logan Reserve, Altona Beach.
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1. Hobsons Bay Coastal Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
This is a coastal trail that is about 20km in length. It is suitable for cyclists and walkers and is well made in concrete. It passes through many parks along the way. Along the way there will be areas where food, water and toilets are available.
Reviewed By SusanC4948 - Melbourne, Australia
We had a pleasant walk along the Hobson's Bay Coastal Trial between Williamstown Botanical Gardens and the Altona Pier on a sunny Sunday morning. This section has coastal views near Williamstown then skirts the northern edges of the Jawbone Flora and Fauna Reserve (where some side trips are worthwhile) and Paisley-Challis wetlands, heads up to cross Kororoit Creek along some industrial area before rejoining the coast at PA Burns Reserve. The path is suitable for walking and bikes and wasn't too heavily frequented. Toilets were located near the Williamstown and Altona ends but were a bit hard to find in between. It is possible to walk from West Gate Bridge to Williamstown via the Bay Trail. We have previously done this and it is pleasant too and of similar quality and hugs the Yarra river and the coastline more with a variety of surfaces. A side trip to ScienceWorks is possible. The Point Gellibrand Coastal Heritage Park was quite blowy when we did that section and you take the bitumen road through the industrial port area. The path is very well maintained and easy to walk on. At the end we enjoyed a meal in the Altona shopping strip and then took the train back from Altona to Williamstown (via Newport) so we only had to walk one way.
2. Burns Reserve (Altona Dog Beach)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By urbandrifter - Melbourne, Australia
Nice part of Altona with lots to see, particularly nice to walk around the beach. Great views to the city. Signage is good. Toilets available. Close to a few shops. This is a nature tail is some aspects. Expect to see people with dogs and in warmer months - possibly snakes. Wheelchair accessible. Kid friendly my. Good carparking.
3. Cherry Lake Altona
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By urbandrifter - Melbourne, Australia
What a fabulous oasis in Altona and nice and close to the beach. Habitat to many birds and other wildlife, I found the walking circuit around the lake to be just the right distance. Located on Miller’s Road not far from Seaholme Station, there is a large carpark, plenty of tables, shelters, bbq’s, a couple of playgrounds, a lot of fitness equipment, toilet blocks, water fountains and a track for bikes or walking. This lake was made in the early 1960’s designed for a flood retention basin for residential expansion in Altona and Brooklyn. However, it did have another life prior to this as a motor racing circuit, constructed in 1954. Certainly a valuable addition to the area. Wheelchair accessible. Plenty of open spaces for activities and kids play. Dogs welcome but please pick up their waste and keep on lead. Fishing allowed - but read the signs.
4. The 100 Steps of Federation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By midaz_11 - Melbourne, Australia
Good for exercise, you can walk or ride a bike, there’s many tracks, just look out for snakes. Plenty of different things to look at.
5. Logan Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By HasibDolaHaziq - Melbourne, Australia
It has everything for being a BBQ spot, it has 2 separate burners, a drinking water tap at the middle (taps which are with the burners, don't work), 2 toilets, there is a shed at the middle of the park, but it's not required as there are lots of trees which gives shed. Under the trees you can rest on the grass. There is a playground with all the equipments. Coles is around the corner. Lots of parking places, but during peak times, it might be hard to find a spot, but there are lots of spaces around. The most amazing thing about this place is, it's just across the Altona pier, and there is a tree line that reduces the impact of the wind inside the reserve. There are lots of shops around as well, so if you don't want to BBQ, just buy something from those shops and have a picnic here.
6. Altona Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By urbandrifter - Melbourne, Australia
I like this beach and it’s kept very clean by the council. Over the years it’s become more and more popular, particularly with kite surfers who entertain me when the wind is up. The pier is great and although shallow around it, still worth walking to the end and if you’re into fishing, drop a line in. Access is pretty good and the beach stretches quite some way. Birdlife at the west end is fabulous. Walking/cycling paths are shared. Close to shops I’d you need anything, I’d recommend Altona beach. Good parking. Wheelchair accessible pathways. Kid friendly. Dog friendly.
