Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
Paddys River Rd, Australian Capital Territory 2620, Australia
Open nowToday 07:30 – 18:00 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours
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A spectacular nature reserve near Canberra teeming with native wildlife, rated 4.7 across more than 1,000 reviews.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 07:30 – 18:00
- Tuesday
- 07:30 – 18:00
- Wednesday
- 07:30 – 18:00
- Thursday
- 07:30 – 18:00
- FridayToday
- 07:30 – 18:00
- Saturday
- 07:30 – 18:00
- Sunday
- 07:30 – 18:00
Why it's worth checking out
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, on Paddys River Road south-west of Canberra, is one of the capital region's great natural escapes — a vast and beautiful reserve set against the backdrop of the Tidbinbilla mountain range. It's renowned for its abundant native wildlife, with kangaroos, emus, koalas, platypus and a wealth of birds to spot across its bushland and wetlands.
The appeal is that combination of genuine wildlife encounters and superb bushwalking, with a network of trails ranging from easy strolls to longer hikes, plus a visitor centre and picnic areas. It's a wonderful day out for families and nature lovers, offering a real sense of the Australian bush and its animals just a short drive from the city.
With a 4.7 rating from more than 1,000 reviews, it's a much-loved destination. Park entry, opening hours, facilities and trail conditions vary with the season, and it's a large reserve, so it's worth checking current details before you go — and taking water, sun protection and good footwear, and allowing plenty of time to explore the trails and spot the wildlife.
Good to know
- The reserve is located on Paddys River Road in Fyshwick
- Visitor centre facilities are available on-site
- Guided tours can be arranged to enhance wildlife viewing experiences
Best for
Spot Score
The Spot Score is our composite of five signals — two about the venue's standing with visitors and three about how complete and current this listing is. It is not a visitor rating and not a verdict on the food or the experience. The 4.7 from 1,084 reviews is Google's visitor rating, shown separately and never altered by us.
About the venue · from Google
- ReputationGoogle star rating, smoothed for review count
- 87
- PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
- 92
About this listing · our record
- Information qualityWebsite, menu and structured details on file
- 30
- Category fitHow well it matches its listed category
- 70
- FreshnessHow recently we last checked our sources
- 30
Last checked against sources 18 June 2026.
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
What can I do at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve?+
The reserve offers hiking trails, wildlife viewing opportunities, and guided tours. A visitor centre is also available on-site to learn more about the area.
Where is Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve located?+
The reserve is located on Paddys River Road in Fyshwick, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2620.
Are guided tours available?+
Yes, guided tours are available at the reserve to help visitors experience wildlife viewing and explore the park.
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