Nelson - Livingstone Island Walk
This 2.7km loop walk has scenic views of the Glenelg River estuary, unique marsh areas and abundant birdlife.
Facilities on the walk include a car park, toilet, barbeque, picnic tables and rubbish bin. Activities and interests covered by the walk are wildlife, fishing, bushwalking, bird watching with bird hide, history, beaches and swimming.
Nelson - Livingstone Island Walk Map
Track Description
The path around the Livingstone Island Nature Walk is a wide grass track, with a board walk across the salt marshes. The track is suitable for walking and running. The track and board walk are wide, making it ideal for pram walkers. However, there are a set of steps leading down to the board walk and several slight inclines and declines along the walk. It may be advisable to have assistance with prams in these areas.
There is a wide variety of wildlife inhabiting Livingstone Is-land. Around the salt marshes you may see Striped and Spotted Marsh Frogs, as well as many types of water birds. Take advantage of the bird hide to see a large variety of birdlife on Livingstone Island, including black swans, pelicans, spoonbills, herons and ducks. The island is also home to many kangaroos. Flora found on the island include Moonah trees, Coast Wattle, Coast Beard-Heath, and the Beaded Glasswort. A viewing platform at the north-end of the track offers views of the Glenelg River, the estuary mouth and the Southern Ocean.
Directions
The Livingstone Island Nature Walk is located on Livingstone Island, at the end of Beach Road. Parking is available in the car park at the end of Beach Road, which is the beginning and end point of the walk.
Livingstone Island Walk Audio Guide
Nelson Coastcare's volunteers have given the walk an update and made an Audio Guide.
Access for Dogs:
Dogs are not allowed.
Location
Beach Road, Nelson 3292 Map
Web Links
→ www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/sites/livingstone-island-walk
→ Livingstone Island Nature Walk (Walking Maps)
→ Livingstone Island Walk Audio Guide
