Birdsland Reserve

The southern part of the Dandenong ranges, in between Belgrave as well as Lysterfield Lake Park, is Birdsland Reserve, a 75ha bushland reserve that houses indigenous birds and other animals. There is a chance to see an endangered Platypus.

The initial proprietor of Birdsland reserve was the Bird family, who owned the land in the 1940s until the 1980s. The reserve was officially opened in the present form in the mid-1980s after The Shires of Sherbrooke (now known as Yarra Ranges Council) purchased the property in the Bird family and marketed the reserve as a bushland community area.

The park has BBQs and is an ideal location for picnics.

There are walking trails all over the reserve to allow bushwalking.

The Reserve opens at 7:30am each day. Closing times can vary based on the time of year. Look at the signs at the entrance to the park for more information. The park is closed during days of the Total Fire Ban.

The Reserve entrance is located off Mount Morton Road in Belgrave South.

Birdsland Reserve is an amazing escape hidden within Lysterfield Lake Park and Belgrave. The reserve is known for its abundance of birds and a variety of native wildlife.

The extensive history of the reserve attests to its importance in the history of the region and makes it a popular spot for locals as well as tourists to the region.

History tells us that the Wurundjeri people who lived in the area around a century ago utilized the land for agriculture and cattle to graze. In the year 1940, the land was bought from the Birds Family after which it was used for sheep rearing. 40 years later the land was acquired from the Shire of Sherbrooke to ensure the integrity of the reserve prior to it being opened to the public in 1984. The reserve today is an area of sanctuary for native fauna and flora.

If you are looking for a breathtaking location located just 40 kilometers away from city life, Birdsland Reserve makes for an amazing place to visit. Of the 75 hectares of land on the property of the reserve 28, 28 hectares are covered by the basin, which is comprised of two lakes that are tranquil and a native plant nursery as well as numerous walking trails which traverse the forest.

A walk around the picturesque lakes that are in the reserve is a great way to end the day. The birdlife at Birdsland Reserve is fascinating there are more than 130 species of birds native to the area, such as those of the Powerful Owl and the Wedgetail Eagle, both of which are found throughout the bush.

With numerous walking tracks that you can choose from hikers have a lot of options. The most popular hike with stunning views is the shortest at just 3 km. The loop is loved by families because it’s not difficult for children to ride. A lot of families enjoy spending the weekend here and on the public holidays too. In addition, there are BBQ facilities and it’s easy to understand the reason why it is such a favorite place. Pets are allowed, but they must be on the leash.

Birdsland Reserve is located on Mt. Morton Road in Belgrave South. The reserve is open from 7:30 am every day but closing times are based on the time of year. The reserve is open on days when there is a complete ban on fire.

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