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Top spots for a coffee and a warming winter stroll
This winter, get into nature in one of the most rewarding ways: with a friend, a hot drink, and a relaxing stroll. Here are the best spots to grab a coffee before heading out to enjoy the crisp winter days in one of Victoria’s beautiful parks.
There’s something spectacular about being close to the sea in winter. The fresh, salty air, the open, desolate shorelines, the marvelling views – these, and more are on offer if we step outside our cosy dwellings and visit Victoria’s rugged coast.
Protecting shorebirds on important islands
Parks Victoria has been undertaking critical works off Victoria’s far east coast to protect important breeding grounds for shorebirds.
Witness Spider Crabs in Port Phillip Bay
Every year around the time of the full moon in May or June, Giant Spider Crabs gather in their thousands in the shallow waters of Port Phillip.
Kelp forests recovering after urchin culls
The long-term program to improve the health of Beware Reef Marine Sanctuary is showing signs of success, with significant kelp growth observed on a recent survey.
The best parks to visit for Autumn colour
Autumn is a fantastic time of year to visit our parks. As the leaves turn, you’ll be surrounded by stunning displays of colour. Visit these parks to get that perfect snap of autumn leaves.
Your A-Z guide to Victoria’s dog-friendly walking trails
While dogs aren’t allowed in our national and state parks, there’s still plenty of great places you can get into nature with your pooch. So, grab a lead and a handful of treats, whistle up the dog and head for the park.
Getting out into nature with young children is great for everyone’s wellbeing. With the little one strapped into the pram they can learn about nature and discover many of the beautiful places around Melbourne and across Victoria.
Fun things to do in nature after dark
Just because darkness is falling doesn’t means parks aren’t great places to experience, as long as it’s done safely. In fact, there are some special experiences to be had in parks at dusk or after dark.
Discover hills, forests and sweeping views
Go deeper into nature and see the unseen. Victoria’s variety of landscapes offer so many interesting and diverse parks that are guaranteed to help you feel refreshed and connected to nature. Mount Buangor State Park, on Eastern Maar Country in central west Victoria has deep, lush forests, rugged slopes and mountain peaks.