Brisbane Ranges National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Brisbane Ranges National ParkVictoria |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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A white-winged Chough pictured in the park in 2008.
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 Brisbane Ranges National Park
Location in Victoria
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| Nearest town or city | Meredith |
| Established | 15 August 1973 |
| Area | 77.18 km2 (29.8 sq mi) |
| Managing authorities | Parks Victoria |
| Website | Brisbane Ranges National Park |
| See also | Protected areas of Victoria |
The Brisbane Ranges National Park is a special protected area in Victoria, Australia. It's like a big natural playground, about 80 kilometers (50 miles) west of Melbourne. The park covers about 7,718 hectares (19,071 acres) and is managed by Parks Victoria. It's named after the Brisbane Ranges, which are a series of hills.
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Exploring Brisbane Ranges National Park
The park is a great place for outdoor adventures! It has many walking tracks for you to explore.
Popular Walking Tracks
The walk through Anakie Gorge is one of the most popular paths. It's fairly flat, so it's good for most people. You can enjoy amazing views of the gorge as you walk. Other fun trails include the Ted Errey Nature Circuit and the Wadawurrung walk.
Wildlife You Might See
Keep your eyes open for amazing Australian animals! You might spot koalas resting in the trees. You can also see wallabies hopping around freely. Some wallabies are quite used to people and might even watch you as you pass by.
Bushfires in the Park
Sometimes, nature can be powerful. In January 2006, a bushfire started in the park because of lightning. It spread across a large part of the Brisbane Ranges. Firefighters from different groups worked hard to control it. The fire burned about 6,700 hectares (16,556 acres) of parkland. Luckily, no human lives were lost. Another bushfire also happened about a year later.
