Broken Creek Levee Walk, Nathalia

Broken Creek Levee Walk, Nathalia created by Victoria Walks

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Summary

Set right in the heart of Nathalia, this lovely loop walk takes full advantage of the Broken Creek levee banks. The native vegetation lining the creek creates a very inviting central green space.

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Founded in 1875, Nathalia nestles around Broken Creek. Set on broad, flat agricultural and dairy plains, the town has an old-fashioned country feel. The creek branches from Broken River. A weir keeps it full.

This an excellent place to visit. Visitors can be assured of a scenic peaceful creek side picnic spot and walk on which to relax. The path has two footbridges for a shorter or longer walk (with the longer mapped here). Look for waterbirds.

The walk is available throughout the year, and you can visit anytime. Start at the small park located across the road from the Bridge Hotel. At dusk bring mosquito repellent to keep insects at bay.

The park situated next to the creek offers all the necessary amenities to have a pleasant day including toilets, barbecue facilities, parking, a fenced playground, grassy areas, picnic tables, and a fishing platform.

Nathalia has excellent facilities, shops in the main street, accommodation and meals.

Dogs should be leashed.

There is plenty of parking space along the walk.

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Points of Interest

1. Apex Park

You can start this walk anywhere. Apex Park is a good spot. It offers sheltered picnic and BBQ facilities beside the shopping centre.

2. Map sign

Need a map to check before you proceed? You will find one of the town on the corner of Weir St and the Murray Valley Hwy.

3. The other side

There are certainly very pretty views to the creek. Look to the other side of the path while you walk as well. Many domestic gardens line the path providing attractive scenery of their own.

4. A shorter option

The middle foot bridge offers a shorter walk for those in more of a hurry or unable to comfortably complete the full distance.

5. A beautiful canopy

The eastern length of the walk has a beautiful canopy under which to walk.

6. Take a seat

There is seating along the walk. This is a nice spot on the opposite bank to the park.

7. Water birds

There are a variety of water birds to observe, such as this Australian Darter.

8. Footbridge view

The lower footbridge has a great view along the water.

9. Woodland birds

Don't just check the water for birdlife. The tree lined creek has a diverse population of woodland birds, such as this Blue-faced Honeyeater.

10. Playground and exercise station

For a bit more exercise, little ones can head into the fenced playground and bigger ones jump on an exercise machine. There are toilets and bins on site.