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Beaches and Coasts

Venture out along Victoria's dramatic coastline.

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Rugged Bushlands

Escape to woodlands, arid deserts, and grassy plains.

A couple look on at a Waterfall in the Great Otway National Park.

Tall Forests

Take a stroll under grand canopies and giant ferns.

Two kayakers on the Gippsland Lakes near Metung.

Bays, Lakes and Rivers

Explore Victoria's parks from the water.

A young couple walks up through ancient lava flows to Sundial Peak in the Central Grampians.

Mountain Peaks

Experience alpine landscapes and grassy high plains.

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Urban Parks

Walk, jog, run or cycle at Melbourne's doorstep.

Beaches and Coasts

Venture out along Victoria's dramatic coastline and explore one of the most biodiverse and unique marine ecosystems in the world.

Rugged Bushlands

Escape to virtual isolation in open, dry forests and woodlands, dry and semi-dry arid deserts or grassy plains abundant with wildflowers and wildlife.

Tall Forests

Walk under grand canopies of Mountain Ash and through lush green tall forests. See ancient mossy trees and stand under magnificent waterfalls surrounded by giant ferns.

Bays, Lakes and Rivers

Explore Victoria's parks from the water with a variety of inland river systems, ports made up of wide bays and stunning tranquil lakes.

Mountain Peaks

Climb some of Australia’s most stunning mountain peaks, cross-country ski across alpine landscapes, escarpments and hike through grassy high plains.

Urban Parks

Walk, jog, run or cycle in Melbourne’s picturesque urban parks. Pack a picnic or BBQ and lunch alfresco in nature or meander through picturesque gardens.

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Birdseye view of the Yarra River, native vegetation on both sides.  The weather is sunny with blue sky.

Tell us your favourite design for the new local Dickinson Reserve Playground

We are seeking your feedback on the draft designs for Dickinson Reserve Playground in Yarra Bend Park.
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4 kid-friendly science events in Victoria this autumn

Autumn in Victoria is bursting with wild adventures perfect for curious kids and grown-ups. From finding ancient fossils with real palaeontologists to helping to protect penguins, and rare birds, these four hands-on citizen science events bring nature to life.
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Easter school holiday nature activities for kids in Victoria 2025

From Junior Ranger activities to family-friendly camping, here are 10 unmissable school holiday nature activities in Victoria’s parks!
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