Ross River
Highlights
- Explore the three-metre wide Riverwalk, soaking in the stunning views of Ross River's natural beauty.
- Engage in water sports like skiing and wakeboarding, enjoying the thrill on the river's shimmering surface.
- Discover vibrant public art and cultural activities at the Riverway Arts Centre, enriching your visit with local creativity.
- Birdwatch from Pioneer Park and Loam Island, spotting diverse species in their natural habitat throughout the year.
The Ross River hosts a wide range of sporting and leisure activities. Riverwalk, a three metre wide pathway which overlooks the beautiful Ross River, runs along the river and provides numerous opportunities to enjoy its natural beauty.
The Riverway, Loam Island and Pioneer Park developments offer a dynamic combination of residential, commercial, cultural, sports and leisure activities. With two huge swimming lagoons, Riverway Arts Centre, Pinnacles Gallery, the Riverwalk, public art, village spine, restaurant and parklands there are plenty of activities here for everyone. The area is a year round visitor destination with an annual calendar of events including festivals, Christmas festivities, New Year’s Eve, Australia Day Celebrations, as well as food, wine, art and sporting events.
The precinct provides an excellent environment to enjoy a variety of water-based and waterfront activities. Skiing, wakeboarding and fishing are all popular activities on the water. Ross River also offers some excellent bird watching opportunities, particularly from Pioneer Park, Loam Island, Apex Park and Dam Park.
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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