Parklands Albury Wodonga acknowledge the Duduroa-speaking people as the Traditional Custodians of the land now known as Swainsona Conservation Reserve.
This Reserve takes its name from the endangered Smooth Darling Pea, Swainsona galegifolia, which grows in the vicinity. It is one of the two remaining remnant populations of Smooth Darling Pea in north east Victoria. Parklands continues to work in partnership with the Department of Energy, Environment, and Climate Action (VIC) in a species recovery program for the Pea.
Swainsona Conservation Reserve is a very special and peaceful place, although a significant fire in 2002-2003 dramatically changed the area.
Walking Trails:
- Swainsona Nature Trail
- Gneiss Fire Trail
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Mountain Bike Trail
- Link to Trail Notes – Swainsona
- Link to Swainsona Information Poster
Things to Do:
- Birdwatching
- Picnicking
- Mountain Biking
- Citizen Science
- Photography
- Observing Nature
Access:
- Swainsona Reserve is situated on Felltimber Creek Road Wodonga. It takes approximately 15 mins to drive from the centre of Wodonga.
- Swainsona Reserve Access Point (See Map)
- Pedestrian Access from Coyles Road
Facilities:
- Walking Tracks
- Seating
- Carparking
Want to get involved? We’re always looking for volunteers and people with unique skills to help out whenever possible. Click the link below to find out more!
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