Merri River Picnic Area and Boat Ramp

Dennington, VIC

Merri River Picnic Area and Boat Ramp

Dennington, VIC

Rest AreaFishing SpotAccessiblePets WelcomeBoat RampRiver FishingToiletsBBQDrinking Water

About this rest area

The Merri River Picnic Area & Boat Ramp offers a relaxing riverside getaway with amenities including BBQs, picnic tables, and accessible washrooms. Family-friendly facilities, such as a children's playground and a basketball court, ensure fun for all ages. The boat ramp provides easy water access for boating and fishing enthusiasts. Explore the Merri River, named after the Aboriginal word for "rocky", and enjoy the serene natural surroundings steeped in rich cultural history.

The boat ramp is a further 150m along the bitumen track (no through traffic) that starts beside the toilet block. There is a pontoon beside the boat ramp where fishing from the shore may be enjoyed. The Merri River was named after the aboriginal word for "rocky".

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets

Drinking Water

Activities

Fishing Spot

Boat Ramp

Public Boat Ramp

Facilities

Shade

Picnic Tables

BBQ

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible

Other Features

Mobile Phone Coverage

Day Rest Area

"Children's playground

Unknown feature

Pets Welcome

Day Use Area

River Fishing

Locked Hose Attachment Tap

Walking

Boat Ramps

Electric BBQs and picinc tables

Bird Watching

Basketball court

Bin

Canoeing Kayaking

Accessible toilets

Wetland boardwalk

Location

Merri River Picnic Area and Boat Ramp•15 The Esplanade, Dennington, VIC, 3280

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