Jerrabomberra Wetlands Nature Reserve

The Jerrabomberra Wetlands Nature Reserve sits on Dairy Road at Fyshwick, near Lake Burley Griffin in central Canberra. A much-loved wetlands reserve, it's a lovely natural escape — combining walking trails, boardwalks, birdwatching hides and rich wetland habitat in a peaceful setting close to the city, the kind of scenic, get-out-into-nature spot that's a favourite for walkers, birdwatchers and nature lovers.

The appeal is that combination of beautiful wetland habitat and great amenity for nature: walking trails and boardwalks, birdwatching hides and abundant birdlife, all in a peaceful reserve near the lake. It's a wonderful spot for a walk, some birdwatching or a quiet immersion in nature, and a lovely natural counterpoint to the city close by.

With a 4.5 rating from more than 620 reviews, it's clearly a much-loved spot. The reserve is generally free and open, but access, trail conditions, hide availability and facilities vary, so it's worth checking reserve information before you go, taking water, sun protection and perhaps binoculars — then enjoying the trails and birdlife at the Jerrabomberra Wetlands.