Victoria picnic areas

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This site is a stunning area and very popular in the summer months, when you arrive you’ll see why. The area is located next to the Delatite River with water birds and shady trees galore, there is plenty of room to let the kids out and run around to stretch their legs. This site will keep you coming back for more. The shade of the African Regnan trees offers relief from the heat on hot days. With the Delatite River close by you can often see water birds enjoying this site as well. The wide-open spaces provided give a good opportunity for the kids to burn off some energy after being in the car all day.

BBQ · picnic tables · beach access

Blue Pool is a popular day visitor area set on the banks of the Freestone Creek. With direct access to the Blue Pool swimming hole, it is a popular spot to cool off during the summer months.Blue Pool is a place of great cultural significance to the Braiakaulung clan of the Gunaikurnai people. Please treat the site with respect so others can appreciate its natural and cultural significance. There is a small picnic area located halfway between the Day Visitor Area carpark and Freestone Creek. This is a great spot to stop or park if you are completing the overnight Track 96 or one of the Freestone or Fern Gully Loops. If the carpark is full, there is more parking available back at the Blue Pool Campground.

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A grassy clearing by the Buckland River next to the historic Buckland Bridge, surrounded by native forest. Picnic tables and BBQs (BYO wood) in a peaceful setting beside the Buckland River. Do some fishing, or take a stroll and read about the goldrush in the Valley on the information shelter.

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Gunyah Picnic Area is the site of a former Forest Commission Eucalyptus Distillery. It is a good spot to relax, participate in a recreational pursuit or explore the history of the area. In spring you can enjoy a marvellous display of wildflowers. Wellsford State Forest has an extensive history of supplying Bendigo with resources including timber, eucalyptus oil and honey. A peaceful spot for a picnic surrounded by Box-ironbark forest alongside a forest dam. This site has picnic tables, bbqs and an information shelter describing the history and biodiversity of the unique site.

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Also a launch site for hang gliders due to good thermals, this site offers an excellent spot for picnics and great panoramic views. For the best views, from the carpark walk up the Management Vehicle Only Track under the powerlines for expansive views of the surrounding district, wind farms and the Grampians to the south west. Enjoy a picnic at the summit of Mount Ben Nevis with marvellous panoramic views, including Mt Buangor nearby (to the south), the jagged silhouette of the Grampians Ranges dominating the western horizon and the softer contours of the Pyrenees Range to the north. Basic picnic facilities are provided.

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Birnam Station is a shady and peaceful spot to enjoy a picnic while listening to a chorus of birdsong echo around the towering eucalypts of the Otway Forest Park. It is also the starting point for a very pleasant short fern walk. Birnam Station's history - a section of the original Beechy rail line can be accessed from this site, which is named for its former railway station. The Beechy line, built in the early 1900s, was a narrow-gauge railway line used to convey timber, potatoes and passengers from Beech Forest and Lavers Hill north to Colac from until 1960.Portions of the original right of way have been developed as a walking and cycling track which will eventually run from Colac to Beech Forest. Birnam Station has picnic tables and car parking, and provides a relaxing shady site for day trippers.

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Enjoy some time with family and friends in beautiful surrounds on the banks of the Thomson river just a stone throw from Walhalla and Erica. This area is rich with history and natural features ready to be explored, just up the road are the old Walhalla Rail Trail and historic Horseshoe Bend Tunnel. Set on the banks of the Thomson River, this is a beautiful spot to take in the natural surrounds just south of the historic town of Walhalla. This area is especially popular over summer, there is a second picnic site located further into the recreation area.

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Enjoy some time with family and friends in beautiful surrounds on the banks of the Thomson river just a stone throw from Walhalla and Erica. This area is rich with history and natural features ready to be explored, just up the road are the old Walhalla Rail Trail and historic Horseshoe Bend Tunnel. This shady spot provides a great alternative for those looking to stop for the day just upstream from picnic area one should it get a bit busy. Enjoy the view of the river from the picnic tables, or follow the short path down to the water.

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Roll out a picnic rug or have a bbq at the fire pit available at this quiet, grassy spot by the Ovens River. Enjoy a dip in the cool waters on a hot day or walk back to Bright via the Cherry Walk.

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The spacious picnic area at Loves Creek is a nice spot to stop for lunch with multiple picnic tables and a nearby walk for a stroll through the fernery. The spacious picnic area at Loves Creek is a nice spot to stop for lunch with multiple picnic areas and a nearby walk for a stroll through the fernery.

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Set in the Knowsley State forest, come have a picnic and explore the beauty of Box-Ironbark forests. This site is part of the O'Keefe Railtrail extending from Bendigo to Heathcote A beautiful spot for a lazy picnic in the Knowsley State Forest. This Picnic Site is a rest stop along the O'Keefe Railtrail from Bendigo to Heathcote. Basic facitlites such as picnic tables and bbqs are provided as well as an information board.

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Enjoy the sound of running water and native birds at this beautiful picnic spot set amongst towering mountain ash at the junction of the West branch and Main branch of the Tyers River. Easily accessible by 2WD from Erica this spot is an ideal getaway. Please note there is no camping allowed at this site, if you wish to camp in the area please contact the Caringal Scout Camp just down the road who have a selection of powered and un-powered sites available. Shaded by towering mountain ash, there are plenty of picnic tables and firepits to utilize alongside the Tyers River. There is also disabled access with a purpose built picnic table designed to suit wheelchair users and a gravel path for easy access.

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This site acts as the trailhead for the La Larr Ba Gauwa mtb trail network. It provides an information board with a map of the trail network and a large picnic shelter. There are toilets 100m to the west of the picnic area. There is no water at the site so please bring your own drinking water. Currently closed due to damage from bushfire. Safety work and any repairs needed will be completed prior to reopening.

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The Forrest Trailhead caters to mountain bike riders accessing the southern part of the MTB trail network. Riders can warm up on the pump tracks and practise in the skills park. Car parking, a toilet and picnic shelters are all provided. Further information on mountain biking in Forrest can be found at https://www.rideforrest.com.au Forrest Trailhead offers a large picnic shelter with tables, bicycle racks and a bike repair stand.

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One of the most spectacular views along the Cathedral Range and down the Acheron valley, the lookout can be accessed via the 11km Keppel Lookout Trail or for those less energetic there is vehicle access to the carpark before a short walk to viewing platform. A great place to stop, grab a snack and take in the amazing views, Keppel Lookout site has a picnic table where you can sit down and rest before continuing on the Keppel Lookout trail back to Marysville.

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A park-like setting with views to the surrounding forests; incorporating various tree species, and memorials to local State government department forestry staff who died while engaged in forest fire related activities.