Bellbird Picnic Area (Yarra River, Yarra Bend Park)

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Bellbird Picnic Area (Yarra River, Yarra Bend Park)

Bellbird Picnic Area is a peaceful alternative to the busy Studley Park Picnic Ground and is home to a colony of Grey-Headed Flying Foxes. See the noisy natives from the viewing platform or launch a canoe to see them from the river.

How to get there

Bellbird Picnic Area (Yarra River, Yarra Bend Park)

Need to know

Bellbird Picnic Area (Yarra River, Yarra Bend Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

  • No horses
  • No drones without a permit
  • No fires permitted
  • No fishing

Warnings

  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

Dickinson Reserve Playground

The playground at Dickinson Reserve has been removed due to safety concerns.

The nearest playground with climbing structures, slides and swings is at Andrews Reserve, accessed from the Yarra Boulevard. Andrews Reserve is approximately 1 km from Dickinson Reserve.

Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience caused.

Notice to River Users - river closures, works and events

As Waterway Manager under the Marine Safety Act 2010, Parks Victoria wishes to advise the following waterway closures and activities on the Yarra River, Maribyrnong River and Victoria Harbour.

Attachments: NTRU February 13 (481KB)

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