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What to do and see in Hobsons Bay, Victoria: The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas
Discover the best top things to do in Hobsons Bay, Australia including Cherry Lake Altona, William Angliss Native Grassland Reserve, Newport Lakes Reserve, Cheetham Wetlands, Jawbone Flora and Fauna Reserve, Truganina Swamp, Hatt Reserve, Mt Crawford Forest Reserve.
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1. 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.
2. William Angliss Native Grassland Reserve
3. Newport Lakes Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Newport Lakes Reserve is a remnant of native bushland in the middle of Altona. It makes a very pleasant walk, and the lakes are very picturesque. It's a great place for a ramble. It's open from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm (9:00 pm in daylight saving time). The only practical approach by car is via Lakes Drive, running off Mason St. Parking is available. Visitors are requested not to feed the birds. A Ranger is on duty at all times. By the way, several signs say prominently "No Dogs" and "Watch Out for Snakes." It's a big park, paths can be followed by visitors, but the gate out at the top of the park is hard to find.
4. Cheetham Wetlands
5. Jawbone Flora and Fauna Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By SusanC4948 - Melbourne, Australia
The Bay trail between Williamstown and Altona takes you along the northern edge of the Jawbone Flora and Fauna Reserve. There is lots of open space and good views of the wetlands. Near the lakes the Bay trail takes you to a bird hide to view the lake birds. Pedestrian access to the southern section is limited. There is a short boardwalk off the Bay Trail which takes you to a view of the bay, mangroves and provides access for snorkelers wishing to explore the Jawbone Marine Sanctuary. It also provides you with a wander through some native flora which has been labelled with ground plaques. That ended up being quite interesting as you often see the plants without knowing what they actually are.
6. Truganina Swamp
7. Hatt Reserve
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Hatt Reserve is popular with locals as a place to walk the dog. Hatt Reserve bounded by the Esplanade and Williamstown Beach. A dual use path for walkers and cyclists runs trhough Hatt Reseve. The playground is quite elaborate and will keep the ankle biters entertained for a while. There's a BBQ with tables and seats, and water fountain. There's an oval next door, with tolet facilities. Paid parking is available. Hatt Reserve is popular with the locals -- it's just next door to Williamstown Beach to the west, and Cyril Curtain Reserve to the East. The Esplanade is an upmarkt part of Williamstown.
