Cardinia Reservoir Park
Highlights
- Experience the serene morning light reflecting off Cardinia Reservoir, enhancing your appreciation for Melbourne's natural beauty.
- Explore expansive parklands filled with native wildlife, perfect for a relaxing day outdoors with family and friends.
- Enjoy accessible picnic areas equipped with toilets and barbecues, ensuring comfort for all visitors, including those with limited mobility.
- Stroll through lush bush areas while keeping an eye out for local birds, making it a prime spot for birdwatching.
Visitors who view the huge expanse of water that is Cardinia Reservoir by the morning light will understand why this is one of Melbourne’s most popular outdoor destinations. The open parklands, picnic and barbecue areas, and native bush areas that are home to abundant wildlife and natural flora are a draw card to those seeking a day in a natural setting.
All picnic areas have access and toilets for visitors with limited mobility. Most have barbecues and shelter. Popular spots include Crystal Brook, Duffy’s and Kangaroo Flat.
Dogs are allowed at Crystal Brook and Duffy’s but must be kept on a leash at all times. Portable gas barbecues are allowed, but portable barbecues using heat beads or wood are not permitted in the park.
Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website.
Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.
Images and Video
Features
Activities
Tags
This business does not currently offer accessible facilities.
Plan more around this area
Gembrook, VIC 
Gilwell Park Adventure Centre
Located in Gembrook, less than an hour from Melbourne CBD, Gilwell Park Adventure Centre is one of Victoria's largest and most iconic camp and outdoor
Cranbourne, VIC
The Settlement Hotel
Our Terrace accommodation is the perfect blend of the old-world Victorian style with today’s modern facilities. Located in Cranbourne, just 50km south-east of Melbourne on
Kilsyth South, VIC Lakeside Cottage
Lakeside Cottage provides luxury accommodation for couples celebrating special occasions such as wedding, honeymoons, proposals, anniversaries, birthdays or getaways.
Gembrook, VIC
Carinya Park
Carinya Park is a large equestrian property located in the lush green hills of the Dandenong's east of Melbourne.
Mount Evelyn, VIC Nightcap at York on Lilydale
With everything you need and nothing you don’t, you will have no reason to leave Nightcap at York on Lilydale. Surrounded by peaceful bushland, manicured
Croydon, VIC
Dorset Gardens Hotel
Dorset Gardens is one of the most comfortable hotels in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, at such an affordable price. Located in Croydon with 45
Sassafras, VIC Ripe Sassafras
Ripe is a well known and loved eatery in the heart of the Dandenong's. A cafe by day, restaurant by night, owned and run by
Monbulk, VIC Yarra Ranges Estate
Yarra Ranges Estate is a truly exceptional award-winning wedding venue, winery and restaurant.
Olinda, VIC Citrine Bistro & Bar
Nestled in the heart of Olinda, Citrine Bistro & Bar is a neighbourhood gem serving elevated seasonal dishes, thoughtful hospitality, and candlelit charm. Citrine offers
Gembrook, VIC The Independent Restaurant Gembrook
Located at the final stop of Puffing Billy, The Independent is a charming restaurant and bar bringing Italo-Argentinian cuisine to Gembrook. Led by renowned Chef-Patron
Dandenong, VIC Dandelion Lounge & Eatery
Take your tastebuds on a journey through the sunny Mediterranean at Dandelion Lounge & Eatery. Open from 6:30am to 10pm daily, enjoy our extensive all
Mount Dandenong, VIC SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Scenic Lookout
At SkyHigh Mount Dandenong you will get some perspective and escape the noise and pressures of the concrete jungle.
