Best places: Nature preserves in Geelong

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Darebin Parklands
Nature preserve
Walking & biking trails among wattle trees, gum trees & creeks, plus picnic areas with BBQ stations.
4.70 (1.1K reviews) (~72.38 km from centre)
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Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
Wildlife park
At this 25-acre zoo, visitors can view rare & endangered Australian animals by day & night.
4.60 (4.7K reviews) (~78.18 km from centre)
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Hanging Rock
Tourist attraction
Sacred prehistoric volcanic rock formation known for its unusual shapes & distinctive ridges.
4.60 (4.3K reviews) (~92.86 km from centre)
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Birdsland Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 A glorious place to walk. Beautiful scenery and green pastures. Quite a peaceful walk up the hill or around the lake. There is a toilet near the car park which is very convenient. And if you have time, watch the sunset from the top of the hill. Enjoy.
4.70 (568 reviews) (~89.1 km from centre)
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Bushrangers Bay
Nature preserve
Scenic headlands park with a sandy beach, jagged basalt cliffs & coastal nature walk trails.
4.70 (514 reviews) (~61.61 km from centre)
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Angel Cave
Nature preserve
👍👍 Amazing view! Cute and easy boardwalk. Would highly recommend visiting on a good day to enjoy the view and stroll.
4.70 (510 reviews) (~60.13 km from centre)
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McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery
Art gallery
Collection of 100+ sculptural works in a garden setting, plus a museum with paintings & more.
4.60 (1.1K reviews) (~71.3 km from centre)
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Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 Beautiful little gem hidden in the suburbs. Lots of walking paths with birds, ponds and a small stream. There are well kept toilets and drinking water available. There is also a visitor centre which was closed on the weekend I visited. It's quiet and you only hear cars if you're on one of the paths...
4.80 (283 reviews) (~83.13 km from centre)
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Phillip Island Nature Parks
Nature preserve
Conservation park with areas for visitors to view penguins & other animals in their natural habitat.
4.50 (3.2K reviews) (~83.92 km from centre)
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Woodlands Historic Park
Nature preserve
👍👍 One of the best nature reserves I’ve been to. It’s massive, full of kangaroos and best of all , dog friendly! Just wish the gates would stay open later.
4.60 (592 reviews) (~71.97 km from centre)
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Penguin Plus
Nature preserve
👍👍 Worth the spend on penguin plus. Got to see them coming out from the water. Wanted kids to have memories of seeing them up close. Recommend Bring a blanket that you wouldn’t mind getting dirty. They said all booked out but we all sat comfortably. I understand flash from camera might scare the pen...
4.50 (823 reviews) (~79.77 km from centre)
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Penguin Parade
Wildlife park
Attraction where visitors can watch a penguin colony's sunset waddle from the sea to their burrows.
4.40 (9.1K reviews) (~79.54 km from centre)
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Pyramid Rock Lookout Car Park
Nature preserve
👍👍 Amazing views. Very easy to get to. Ample parking, public toilets. Easy walk but there are stairs along the boardwalk. Someone else mentioned it, please slow down, we saw a kangaroo joey, a wallabie and two Cape Barron Geese killed on the side of the road. Look out for wildlife.
4.50 (622 reviews) (~86.05 km from centre)
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Yering Gorge Cottages
Self-catering accommodation
Unfussy cottages in a laid-back resort within a golf club on a nature preserve, plus a cosy lounge.
4.80 (168 reviews) (~99.8 km from centre)
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Lower Sweetwater Creek Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
Serene destination offering hilly walking trails, streams & views of native birds & wildlife.
4.60 (303 reviews) (~65.7 km from centre)
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Lakewood Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 Relaxing lakeside walk along a circular path. Very beautiful sunset. Nature lovers would definitely enjoy.
4.60 (287 reviews) (~83.62 km from centre)
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Studio Park Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 I really enjoyed the scenery, walk and sculptures. Definitely worth the price of $6 and I got a free drink from the cafe. You could easily spend a few hours wandering around or have lunch. There’s so much amazing art to see everywhere you turn. The staff were very lovely and the service was great. D...
4.50 (485 reviews) (~71.81 km from centre)
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Mushroom Reef Marine Sanctuary
Nature preserve
This protected beach with rock pools, coves, a reef & diverse marine life is popular for snorkeling.
4.70 (191 reviews) (~68.42 km from centre)
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YCW Beach
Nature preserve
👍👍 One of the best beaches in Philip Island. Great for surfing.
4.60 (261 reviews) (~87.12 km from centre)
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The Pines Flora and Fauna Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 If you're looking for a way to get some exercise, then the pines flora and fauna have you covered. You feel like you're in the middle of a bush while still in suburbia. There's a little river, some hills and heaps of flat walking tracks. At the top of the hill are some really nice views of the surro...
4.50 (381 reviews) (~70.69 km from centre)
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