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.
We also have many beautiful and diverse public gardens for you to enjoy. Many are historic and include relics, historic plantings and significant trees.
They are great places to enjoy a wide range of activities such as having a picnic, a bbq, exercising or relaxing in a green outdoor space.
Bendigo Botanic Gardens
The Bendigo Botanic Gardens, White Hills is a beautiful place for the whole community to enjoy.
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Albert Richardson Reserve
This landscaped park on Marong Road features a memorial to the 2009 Victorian bushfires.
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Bendigo Creek
Walk or cycle the Bendigo Creek Trail, which runs from Crusoe Reservoir to Epsom.
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Bendigo Library Gardens
The Bendigo Library Gardens are the perfect place to read a good book or meet up with friends in the city.
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Canterbury Park Gardens
Canterbury Park Gardens is the jewel in the crown of the Eaglehawk Open Space Precinct.
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Civic Gardens at Bendigo Town Hall
The Civic Gardens provide a wonderful green space in the heart of Bendigo's city centre.
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Crook Street Park
Crook Street Park is located in Strathdale Park and has large open lawn spaces, playspace and event facilities.
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Crusoe Reservoir and No. 7 Park
Crusoe Reservoir and No. 7 Park is a popular destination for cycling, walking, jogging and fishing.