Newborough - Ollerton Avenue Bush Reserve
The main entrance to the Ollerton Avenue Bush Reserve is located at the Ollerton Avenue roundabout, where you will find a sign that provides an overview of the walking tracks you can follow.
The Ollerton Avenue Bushland Reserve is a 10-hectare patch of Gippsland Plains Grassy Forest. The Reserve features more than 120 native flora species within a framework of Eucalypts that include Peppermints (Eucalyptus radiata), Messmate (Eucalyptus obliqua), and Stringybark (Eucalyptus sp.). There are also numerous understory shrubs, native grasses and ground covers. It is said that you can find a native orchid or lily in flower all through the year because of the rich diversity within the Reserve; to date, 75 species have been recorded. As well, there are numerous fungi that can be spotted throughout the cooler months.
Birdwatchers enjoy visiting this Reserve as there is a surprising range of species, many passing on a migration path and stopping in this fertile piece of bushland.
Access for Dogs:
Dogs are permitted on leash
Review:
A lovely reserve to wander through with the most interesting track being the Heart Walk which runs through the middle of the reserve from one end to the other.
A concrete path runs along the front side of the reserve (along Ollerton Avenue) but the rest of the reserve has gravel/dirt paths. There are some information signs next to actual examples of the plants or trees.
The walk is well signed posted and you won't get lost. There are lots of ant holes so it's a good idea not to stand beside the holes for too long.
There's a basic playground at Merton Court.
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Location
29 Ollerton Avenue, Newborough 3825 View Map
Web Links
→ Ollerton Avenue Bushland Reserve (Walking Maps)
