Blackbutt Reserve
Highlights
- Explore 182 hectares of diverse habitats just six kilometres from Newcastle, perfect for nature lovers and families.
- Savour peaceful picnic settings equipped with electric barbecues, ideal for a relaxing day outdoors.
- Observe native wildlife up close, including koalas and kangaroos, in modern exhibits designed for intimate viewing.
- Enjoy a coffee at the newly constructed cafe, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the trees.
Blackbutt Reserve occupies approximately 182 hectares of land, six kilometres from Newcastle city centre. It offers visitors many opportunities to link recreational activities and environmental education with conservation and research programs.
Blackbutt Reserve is an undulating natural environment consisting of peaceful picnic settings with electric barbecues, open spaces, nature trails, and a diverse range of habitats and ecosystems. It also features wildlife exhibits that are modern, and spacious and allows close viewing of the animals, including koalas, wombats, native birds, emus and kangaroos.
There is a range of wildlife feeding and reptile shows at Blackbutt Reserve, please check the website for the most up-to-date information.
Visit the newly constructed cafe for a coffee amongst the trees.
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Accreditations
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
Features
Activities
Tags
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
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