Banksia Park - Bulleen Banksia Park - Bulleen

Banksia Park Picnic Area (Yarra Valley Parklands, Yarra River)

The open space, playgrounds and picnic areas of Banksia Park make it a popular location with visitors of all ages. The park is perfect for cyclists, joggers, walkers and for a breath of fresh air.

Follow the Heritage Trail and learn about our history and special significance of the Aboriginal sites, view the plentiful water fowl in the wetlands, or walk the Heidelberg Artists Trail.

Organised groups of more than 50 people require a permit from the park office.

In 1841, a punt was installed on the Yarra River at the site of the bridge at Banksia Park. It opened the best route between Melbourne and the Bulleen-Templestowe area enabling the earliest Europeans to settle along the rich river flats. Banksia Park was the first part of the Yarra Valley Parklands to be opened to the public in 1978.

The park can be accessed from Templestowe Road, Bulleen. The Banksia Park Picnic Area is a popular location with visitors of all ages. The park is perfect for cyclists, joggers, walkers and those who enjoy a breath of fresh air.

The area has a picnic shelter and tables, playground, accessible toilets and drinking water. There are no bins. Please take all rubbish away for recycling or disposal.

Please note: Wood Fired Barbecues removed, Playground Closed, Toilets Closed


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