Lysterfield Lake Park is one of the most valuable recreation and conservation areas close to Melbourne. As well as being a beautiful spot to visit it offers opportunities for walking, horseriding, cycling, swimming and boating.
Flora & Fauna - The list of bird species recorded is about 140. Of these, 37 are waterbirds and include common species such as Eurasian Coots and Eastern Swamphens to the uncommon visitors such as Japanese Snipe and Red-necked Avocet. Amongst the fauna, Eastern Grey Kangaroos and Black Wallabies are readily seen whilst Koalas, antechinus and echidnas are much harder to find. At night the park comes alive with Brushtail and Ringtail Possums, Sugar Gliders and various species of bats and owls.
Within these areas about 300 plant species have been recorded. Species native to the area include Yellow Box, Narrow-leaved Peppermint, Stringybark, Manna Gum, River Red Gum, Swamp Gum and Long-leaved Box. There are eight plantation types in the park. They are River Red Gum, Southern Mahogany, Spotted Gum, Swamp Gum, Blue Gum, Forest Red Gum, Long-leaved Box and Sugar Gum.
Site Description Public Park
Site Facilities Access for Disabled, BBQ Area, Public Toilets, Showers, Walking Trails
Activities Canoeing, Cycling, Horse Riding, Picnicking, Swimming, Walking
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