Mount Alexander parks

Mount Alexander, Victoria, is home to the stunning Mount Alexander Regional Park, which rises 350 meters above the surrounding area, offering magnificent views and a natural forest setting. Within the park, visitors can enjoy various activities and attractions. These include bushwalking on tracks like the 4km West Ridge Walking Track connecting Dog Rocks and Shepherd's Flat lookouts, as well as picnicking at scenic spots like the Leanganook Picnic Area accessible via Joseph Young Drive. The park also features lookouts such as Lang's Lookout, Dog Rocks, and Shepherd's Flat, providing spectacular views of the landscape.

Moreover, Mount Alexander Regional Park is rich in wildlife, with iconic Australian species like Eastern Grey Kangaroos, Black Wallabies, and various native bird species inhabiting the area. While the park's La Larr Ba Gauwa Mountain Bike Park is currently closed due to extensive flood damage, it normally offers mountain biking opportunities. In addition to this main park, the region boasts other natural areas like Baringhup Reserve, Big Tree Park, and Bill Woodfull Reserve. Nature lovers can also explore the Leanganook Koala Park located between Harcourt and Faraday, which is home to a native koala population and well-maintained facilities for visitors to enjoy.

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