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Sue
February 21, 2026
Banyule Flats Reserve is a beautiful protected floodplain along the Yarra River known for its wetlands, billabongs, and open grassy flats that support abundant birdlife. It preserves one of the largest remaining natural floodplain landscapes in metropolitan Melbourne, offering a contrast to the more urban sections of the Yarra corridor. Walking trails weave through river red gum woodland and seasonal wetlands, making it a peaceful and scenic destination right along the Main Yarra Trail.
Ash
August 17, 2019
Hiking
Bird sanctuary close to the city
LesterdR
February 15, 2026
Cycling
Lovely spot to take a rest
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29
hikers
4.46km
01:09
20m
20m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
Easy
4
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
4
hikers
41.9km
11:07
320m
320m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard
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Elevation 20 m
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