Tootgarook Bushland Reserve

The wetlands protected in this bushland reserve are an important part of the much larger Tootgarook wetland complex. The reserve provides important habitat for wetland birds and opportunities to see these species are enhanced by carefully placed bird hides and viewing platforms.

An information shelter provides a welcome point for visiting groups to congregate before setting off to explore the area via boardwalks and gravel tracks.

Main access point: Truemans Road Recreation Reserve

Other access points: Pedestrian access via Tern Avenue and Howqua Drive

Walks: Short trials with viewing platforms

Parking: Public car park

Friends Group: Joining a Friends Group is a great way to be involved in your local community and helps protect biodiversity. Friend's of Tootgarook Wetland are active in this reserve. The Shire also partners with 50 other friends groups across the Peninsula. For further information visit our Friends Groups page.

Dogs: This reserve is a designated DOG PROHIBITED AREA and dogs are not permitted. For further information on leash-free and dog prohibited areas visit, Leash-free areas.

Take a look at iNaturalist to see the plants and animals the community have recorded in this area – Observations · iNaturalist