Natural reserves
Our natural reserves include parkland, bushland, lakes, and creeks. Visit a natural reserve and enjoy Bendigo's native flora and fauna. They are great places for a picnic, bush walk or bike ride.
Bendigo Creek
Walk or cycle Bendigo Creek Trail. From Crusoe Reservoir north-east through bush and the city to Bendigo Pottery in Epsom.
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Crusoe Reservoir and No. 7 Park
Popular for cycling, walking, jogging and fishing. 210 hectares surrounded by the Greater Bendigo National Park. Kangaroo Flat.
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Elmore Recreation Reserve Playspace
This is a small park located at the Elmore Recreation Reserve.
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Emu Creek Recreation Reserve Playspace
This is a small park located at the Emu Creek Recreation Reserve.
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Gateway Park
On the south edge of Bendigo, this popular rest stop has a lake, function centre, public toilets, barbecue and picnic facilities and a bmx jumps track.
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Kangaroo Flat Reserve and Botanical Gardens (Camp Street Reserve)
Kangaroo Flat Reserve and Botanic Gardens is located in Camp Street, Kangaroo Flat. It has a large open park and garden space, BBQ and toilet facilities.
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Kennington Reservoir
Kennington Reservoir is a popular place for bush walking, fishing and having a picnic.
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Lake Eppalock
Lake Eppalock is perfect for water based activities and family picnics. Constructed on the Campaspe River in the 1960s, this vast lake has always been popular for boating and water recreation, including waterskiing and fishing.
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Lake Neangar and Lake Tom Thumb, Eaglehawk
Explore the island and stroll around both lakes. Nearby facilities include Canterbury Park Gardens and Peter Krenz Leisure Centre.
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