Newport Lakes Reserve

Awesome lake.. different bridge (optional) reachable by train (plus taxi or some walk) from CBD. Little play area for kids and BBQ available

When I grew up in this neighbourhood this was an old abandoned basalt quarry, we kids would get through the fence and have fun exploring the quarry. What an excellent transformation that has happened. The people who enjoy this beautiful space have no idea how much work and cleaning up was involved. I thank all responsible for this beautiful space.

Amazing pocket of nature. Literally in the heart of a popular suburb, you wouldn't even know it once you're walking around the lake. Very nice, makes me want to move to this suburb.

Who will believe that there is this kind of place in the middle of busy suburb of Newport? Well it’s true, this serene reserve park is one not to be missed. Decent amount of walk around the lake and through to that boulders across the lake. Yes those rocks in the photos are walkable. Shady walk and enjoyed the descending, ascending and winding gravelled trails. Some stops for sight seeing are also available. Many through paths to the other side of the park where off leash dogs are allowed. There is also playground on that side with clean bbq and toilets good for family to hang around on a very wide healthy lawn. Ample car parking otherwise can also park outside On the street and it’s just a short walk in. We’ll be back there again.

Great park for an escape to nature. Absolutely stunning and beautiful, you'd never know that you're in the middle of suburbia. The lakes themselves former quarries are now a precious nature reserve housing many water birds and the occasional growling grass frog! Parrots frequent the park in the warmer months and sparrow hawks have even been spotted here.The dog park area is a must for local dog owners. The huge off lead area around the top oval is a great walk with pup, and nice big open areas for play and serious games of fetch. Many from the local community walk and play together in packs, great for social doggies and puppies learning about the world.

I hadn't been here in many years but the Beauty of it hasn't stopped. Teaming with wildlife and in the middle of the western suburbs. It surprises you how much you feel like you are in the country when you take the walking tracks. I felt so at peace I didn't want to leave. There are gazebos, barbeques, children's play equipment, a nursery and plenty of parking both regular and disabled. The barbeques are free and the public toilets were clean and tidy. I am going to go here again soon to make use of the amazing walking tracks.

Very special, large area of beauty. More a Botanical and Environmental Park. Many parts are NOT dog friendly but many other parts are great for walking your dogs - signage is clear.Worth a visit to both area's.

Unreservedly five stars. There is a public toilet, BBQ area, playground, a reasonable amount of parking, an off leash area in Pavey Park next door (no dogs on the trails around the water I'm afraid) and some lovely walking trails around the lake. If you are walking around, take care if crossing the lake on the rock-bridge but I saw people (including me) crossing it just fine. If walking, do both the circuit closer to the lake and the one higher up. Some nice views. And watch out for the rock-art.

Amazing reserve with a stunning lake to walk around. Great place to walk around and look at nature…