Fulica Bird Hide at Jerrabomberra Wetlands
Observe diverse birdlife from a tranquil hide within the Ramsar-listed Jerrabomberra Wetlands, a short drive from Canberra's city center.
Fulica is one of several bird hides in Jerrabomberra Wetlands, a 174-hectare nature reserve on the Molonglo River floodplain, just 4 km from Canberra's city center. It provides a sheltered spot for observing diverse birdlife in a Ramsar-listed wetland created in 1964 after the filling of Lake Burley Griffin.
A brief summary to Fulica
- Jerrabomberra wetlands, Fyshwick, Australian Capital Territory, 2609, AU
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Bring binoculars for enhanced birdwatching and keep an eye out for less common species hiding in the reeds.
- Visit during spring or autumn migration for the greatest variety of bird species.
- Combine your visit with a walk along one of the mapped trails, such as the Woodland Loop, to explore different wetland habitats.
- Check the Jerrabomberra Wetlands website for guided tours and events, including birdwatching and nature drawing.
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Getting There
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Driving
From Canberra's city center, drive east towards Fyshwick. Take Fairbairn Avenue and turn right onto the Monaro Highway. Veer left to Fyshwick, then turn right under the overpass onto Dairy Road. Follow Dairy Road to the end; free off-street parking is available. Fulica hide is a short walk from the parking area. Parking is free.
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Public Transport
Several bus routes service the area near Jerrabomberra Wetlands. From the city center, take a bus to Wentworth Avenue after Giles Street; it's a 13-minute walk from there to the wetlands. Check local transport schedules for the most up-to-date information. A single bus fare costs around $3.20 AUD.
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Walking
From Kingston, walk east along Eyre Street towards the wetlands. Continue onto Dairy Road in Fyshwick. Free off-street parking is available at the end of Dairy Road in Fyshwick and also Eyre Street in Kingston. Follow the signs for the Jerrabomberra Wetlands trails. The walk from Kingston is approximately 30-40 minutes.
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