πΏ A ripper family arvo with kangaroos, meerkats, and top-notch wildlife fun, mate!
Kyabram Lake Reserve – Fauna Park in Kyabram is a beaut spot for families keen on wildlife encounters and a chilled day out. The park features a variety of native animals including kangaroos you can feed and a popular meerkat exhibit. Itβs perfect for kids from preschool age to teens, offering a fun, educational experience with friendly staff and well-looked-after animals. Visitors often spend hours exploring, enjoying the reptile displays and bird species. While a bit of a drive for some, locals and holidaymakers find it a great family outing with decent food options onsite.
π Park Information
π Address | Kyabram VIC 3620, Australia |
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β Rating | 4.5/5 (15 reviews) |
ποΈ City | Australia |
πΊοΈ Coordinates | Google Map Link |
ποΈ Facilities |
π Opening Hours
Opening hours information is not available. Many national and state parks are open 24/7, but visitor centers
and facilities may have specific hours.
β What Makes This Park Special
Family Wildlife Fun β
If youβre after a bonza family day out, Kyabram Lake Reserve – Fauna Park is a top pick. Kids from little tackers to teens will love getting up close with kangaroos that happily eat from your hand and checking out the cheeky meerkats right at the start. The reptile exhibit is a standout, keeping the young ones fascinated for hours. Itβs a safe, engaging spot where the wildlife is well cared for and the staff are friendly, making it a stress-free outing for parents. Expect to spend a good chunk of the arvo here, as the animals and birds keep the whole crew entertained.
Natural Aussie Wildlife Setting π
Kyabram Lake Reserve offers a lovely natural environment where you can enjoy native Aussie animals in their habitats. The park is home to a variety of bird species and other critters, providing a peaceful backdrop for a family day out. Visitors appreciate the chance to wander through open spaces and see animals like kangaroos and meerkats in relaxed surroundings. Itβs a great spot to soak up some fresh air and enjoy a bit of nature without leaving the town, making it perfect for a chilled arvo with the kids.
Easy Access & Family Amenities π
The park is well set up for families, with parking available and public toilets on site, making it easy to manage the little ones. Thereβs also a cafe offering food, though some reckon itβs a bit pricey, but itβs handy for grabbing a bite without leaving the grounds. Friendly staff add to the welcoming vibe, helping visitors feel looked after. While itβs a bit of a drive for Melburnians, locals find it a convenient spot for a day trip with the kids.
π¬ What Visitors Are Saying
- Great place, they look after the wildlife. The reptile exhibit is excellent.
- Our favourite was the kangaroos eating out of your hand and the meerkat at the start of the park.
- A fun family day, for pre schoolers to teenagers and holiday makers.
- Great place to go with the family.
- If you are driving along the Hume with the family n kids it might be worth dropping by.
- The food is pretty good but costs a lot.
- We were very satisfied with coming here, even though when we arrived there were some animals that weren't there.
- Initially we thought we would only play for 1 to 2 hours but it turned out we were there until closed time.