Albury - Wonga Wetlands
Wonga Wetlands, downstream from Albury along the floodplain of the Murray River, is an ecosystem of lagoons and billabongs covering around 80 hectares, Wonga Wetlands is a haven for wildlife and a mecca for birdwatchers, photographers, bushwalkers and families.
Features and facilities include:
- 154 identified bird species
- An Indigenous campsite, ancient river red gums and an Indigenous scar tree
- Diverse native flora and fauna
- 1890s homestead, now the visitors centre
- Aquatic Environment Education Centre
- Three walking trails, all starting from outside the visitors centre ranging in length from 0.5 km to 2.5km.
- Six bird hides for watching wildlife in a natural setting
- Picnic and barbecue facilities
A map is available from the information booth near the car park for self-guided tours.
Walking trails are 0.5km (green trail), 1.2km (blue trail), 2.5km (red trail).
The Wiradjuri Cultural and Education Centre is an Indigenous campsite established by the local Wiradjuri people that helps visitors to better understand Wiradjuri history and culture. It is a working campsite, set out according to tradition, with areas for cooking, sleeping, tool making and rock art, as well as a ceremony/dancing circle. For visitors there are signs explaining the various components of the site.
Location - Wonga Wetlands is a five-minute drive from the Albury CBD along the Riverina Highway (the road to Howlong and Corowa).
Opening Hours:
The wetlands are open from dawn to dusk. The car park closes at 4.30pm. There is a pedestrian gate (near the main gate) for visitors to use outside business hours.
Location
2377 Riverina Highway, Albury 2640 Map
✆ (02) 6043 5820
Web Links
→ www.alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/parks-and-public-spaces/wonga-wetlands
→ Albury Trails Brochure (PDF)
