Warringine Park & Bittern Coastal Wetlands Boardwalk
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Overview
Highlights
Warringine Park is one of the best kept secrets on the Mornington Peninsula. Declared a conservation park in 1994, the park is divided into four sections: Coastal, Wetland, Creek and Woodland, and is located between Hastings and Bittern. Each section has it's own special value.
Managed primarily for conservation purposes, the park provides wonderful opportunities for passive recreational activities and has walking tracks through the coastal and creek sections. The beauty of the park can be quite subtle so take the time to pause and observe your surroundings – you won’t be disappointed. As you stroll through the park you will discover:
* A bird watchers paradise with over 110 bird species including the endangered Great Egret and Lewin’s Rail
* A haven for other native fauna species including the threatened Swamp Skink and Southern Brown Bandicoot
* Vegetation communities that include open woodland, coastal heathland, paperbark scrub, saltmarsh and one of the southern most stands of mangroves in the world.
There are two walking tracks -Bittern coastal foreshore 3.7km and the creek section 1.7km. Warringine Park offers you a chance to walk through some of the unique vegetation and coastal features of Western Port. Dogs are not permitted.
Activities
- Bush walking / hiking
- Bird watching
- Sight-seeing
Facilities
- Walking trails
- Car park
- Toilets
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the parks website for up to date information on the current conditions.
- Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the elements.
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
Photo credits: Mornington Peninsula Shire
Location & Supplier
Warringine Park & Bittern Coastal Wetlands Boardwalk
Address: 2230 Frankston-Flinders Road, Bittern, Victoria 3918