Parks and reserves remain open while we manage the impacts of H5 bird flu.

If you see sick or dead birds or other wildlife, do not touch or approach them. Follow all signs and keep your distance from wildlife.

Visit Agriculture Victoria's website for more information.

Banksia Park Picnic Area (Yarra Valley Parklands, Yarra River)

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Banksia Park Picnic Area (Yarra Valley Parklands, Yarra River)

Enjoy a day out with the family and friends in this large picnic area, with a broad expanse of mown lawns with numerous large trees and surrounded by native vegetation. The park can be accessed from Templestowe Road, Bulleen. The Banksia Park Picnic Area is a popular location with visitors of all ages. The park is perfect for cyclists, joggers, walkers and those who enjoy a breath of fresh air.

The area has a picnic shelter and tables, playground, accessible toilets and drinking water. BYO bbqs can be set up on the specially marked areas adjacent to the picnic tables. There are no litter bins on site, however coal bins are available for the disposal of cold coals only. Please take all other rubbish away for recycling or disposal.

In the case of an emergency dial 000 for police, fire, and ambulance. If your network has no signal dial 112 to access any available network.

How to get there

Banksia Park Picnic Area (Yarra Valley Parklands, Yarra River)

Banksia Park Picnic Area (Yarra Valley Parklands, Yarra River)

Need to know

Banksia Park Picnic Area (Yarra Valley Parklands, Yarra River)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

  • No drones without a permit
  • No camping

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery surface
  • 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.

Leonda Landing closure

Leonda Landing on the Yarra River is currently closed to all pedestrian and vessel access until further notice due to structural damage.  

In the interest of visitor safety, please stay off the structure. 

A temporary floating landing has been installed adjacent to the timber landing to allow access for small vessels (<12m) to berth and unload passengers. This landing is for loading and unloading of passengers only.  

For more information, please call Parks Victoria Waterways team on 8427 2032 or waterways@parks.vic.gov.au.

Notice to River Users 17 September 2026

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 17 September 2026 (524KB)

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