Merlynston Creek through Broady
Merlynston Creek through Broady
A short walk along Merlynston Creek
Summary
A short walk along Merlynston Creek
Description
Starting at the car park at the entry to the Jack Roper Reserve off Camp Road walk south through the reserve, around the lake and under the Western Ring Road, then around the CSL pond. Retrace your steps then up the creek to Seabrook Reserve. You can walk back the other side of the creek to the car park.
4366 Views
Points of Interest
1. Waterbirds on Lake
The lake doesn't appear to hav e a name, perhaps b because the City of Hume defines it as a 'water retention facility'.
2. View across to CSL facility
This pond was built at the time of the CSL plasma fractionation facility across the Western Ring Road
3. Bespoke Graffiti Tower
Other uses may be entertained.
4. Merlynston Creek valley
View across to the distant Dandenongs
5. Entrance sign to Jack Roper Reserve
Alternative point to start the walk, but further east along Camp Rd is a more convenient car park.
6. Merlynston Creek at Seabrook Reserve
Creek flows attractively through grassland here.
Features
Playground
Picnic spot
Seating available
Lake, creek, river
Park / Garden
