Balcombe Reserve & The Briars Walk - Easy 11km

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Let's enjoy an amazing 11km walk through Balcombe Reserve and The Briars in Mount Martha- it's gonna be fun and full of wildlife!

Balcombe Estuary Reserve

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Join us for a beautiful walk exploring the Balcombe Estuary boardwalks and the Briars Wildlife Sanctuary. This route combines lush wetlands, native bushland, and open landscapes, with the chance to spot local wildlife. A perfect way to spend spring on the Mornington Peninsula.WALK DETAILS 📍🗓️ Date: Saturday 25th October 2025 🕕 Start: 9.30am (departure 10:00am sharp) 🕗 Finish: Approx. 2:30pm - 3pm 📍 Meeting Point: Balcombe Estuary Carpark, Balcombe Estuary Reserve Mount Martha VIC 📏 Distance: 11km return 🚶 Difficulty: Easy – flat boardwalks and well-formed trailsABOUT THE WALK 💬This guided evening walk takes you along the Balcombe Estuary boardwalk before looping through the Briars Wildlife Sanctuary. Expect tranquil bushland, native birdlife, and open wetlands as day turns into night.✅ Led by experienced, first aid trained guides ✅ Fully insured ✅ Safe, professionally hosted walks👉 Join our community here: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/socialwalksmelbourne" title="https://www.facebook.com/groups/socialwalksmelbourne" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Melbourne Social Walks</a>WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND EXPERIENCE 🌟🌿 Serene estuary boardwalks surrounded by native bush 🦘 Wildlife viewing opportunities in the Briars Sanctuary 🌅 Golden light across the wetlands 📸 Plenty of photo stops and chances to pauseWHY JOIN 👥🌿 Meet new people in a relaxed, welcoming group 🌿 Enjoy the outdoors and stay active 🌿 Unwind after the work week in nature 🌿 Perfect for solo walkers or groupsWHAT TO BRING 🥾👟 Comfortable walking shoes 💧 1–2L of water 🧥 A jacket or warm layer 💵 Money for drinks and/or lunch afterwards 😄 A smile and good vibesGETTING THERE 🚗🚙 Parking: Available at the Balcombe Estuary Carpark 🚉 Public transport: Limited – best option is driving or carpooling however the train to Frankston Station and the 781 bus will get you there. ⏰ Please arrive on time so the group can leave togetherAFTER THE WALK 🍻We’ll finish the walk with an optional social catch-up at the Dava Hotel, the perfect spot for a meal and drink together.GOOD TO KNOW ⚠️🔞 Ages 18+ 👨‍👩‍👧 Kids welcome but must be supervised ⏱️ Walk lasts approx. 2.5 hours including breaks 🌧️ Walk goes ahead rain, hail, or shine ⚡ Extreme weather may cause reschedulingYOUR GUIDE 👋This walk will be hosted by Nathan + Lara, ensuring everyone feels welcome, safe, and connected.✨ Can’t wait to see you there! – Team Social Walks 🌿