Werribee River

The Werribee River completes a journey of approximately 110 kms. The Werribee River begins as a small creek in the Wombat State Forest, it flows through Ballan and Bacchus Marsh, where it meets the Lerderderg River. The Werribee River continues until its waters are held back by the Exford Weir creating the Melton Reservoir. The Werribee River continues south, continuing to flow gently to Port Philip Bay. Things to do Exploring the river is a favourite pastime for Wyndham residents. An extensive network of hard surface bike and walking trails along the river provides the perfect opportunity to explore this magnificent river, whilst exercising in our great outdoors.

  
Canoe or Kayak the Werribee River. Designated canoe launching facilities are located at the Werribee South Boat Ramp and Riverbend Historical Park

Fishing is a popular activity along the Werribee River with anglers dropping a line in many well known fishing spots.

 

The Werribee River has a plethora of native flora and fauna that inhabit the river and its banks. The Werribee River is great for bird watching or general exploring but care needs to be taken. Recent sitings and surveys indicate the presence of:

 

Fauna

• Platypus
• Swamp Wallaby
• Ringtail Possum
• Brushtail Possum
• Eastern Snake Necked Turtle
• Short-finned Eel
• Tupong
• Swift Parrot
• Common Bronzewing
• White-striped Mastiff Bat
• Cunningham's Skink
• Southern Brown Tree Frog

Flora

• Common New Holland Daisy
• Hazel Pomaderris
• Blue Box
• Gold Dust Wattle
• Prickly Currant Bush
• Pale Fruit Ballart
• Rock Correa