Kananook Creek Reserve
Gardens Frankston
Description
Phone: 1300 322 842
Description
Kananook Creek runs for 7.5 km parallel to the coastline linking Seaford Wetlands to Frankston Foreshore. The creek reserve is home to many indigenous plants and animals and is one of Frankston's most beautiful natural environments, providing a unique and picturesque place for people to commune with nature in the midst of our urban landscape. It's a great spot for a walk.
The walking track extends the length of the Reserve.
Canoe launching sites to access the Creek are located at Riviera Street, Broughton Street Reserve and near McCulloch Avenue.
Location: Between Eel Race Road, Seaford and Overton Road, Frankston
Highlights Include
- Birdlife
- Indigenous plants
- Informal tracks
- Native Animals
- On lead dog walking
- Park benches
- Picnic tables
- Walking tracks
- Parking
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