Pedestrians and cyclists can enjoy a better journey along the Bay Trail, with a new connection now open to provide a faster, safer and more direct path from Williamstown to Point Cook Coastal Park.
The extension of the Bay Trail has been built between Sanctuary Lakes South Boulevard and Skoda Court in Point Cook. It reduces a 3.8km detour down to just over 400 metres of continuous, off-road journey for walkers, runners and cyclists.
Parks Victoria has delivered the northern section of the extension, which is approximately 260 metres long and accessible from Sanctuary Lakes South Boulevard. The southern section has been constructed by private developer, Aveo Group.
Pictured above: The Bay Trail extension travels across the Cheetham Wetlands. This photo looks towards the southern end beginning at Skoda Court.
The extension is an elevated boardwalk-style path, designed to minimise ground disturbance and reduce any impacts on the surrounding Ramsar-listed Cheetham Wetlands.
Park’s Victoria’s section of trail has been delivered as part of the Victorian Government’s $21 million Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program, which is upgrading facilities at 21 parks across Melbourne to provide people with more opportunities to connect with nature in an urban setting.
Nearby at Point Cook Coastal Park, new and upgraded barbecues, picnic tables, shelters, drinking fountains, seating, signage, toilets and a new playground have been delivered as part of the program, offering visitors a better experience and improved accessibility at the park.
Point Cook Coastal Park, located on Bunurong Country, is well-loved for its stunning coastal landscapes, diverse wildlife and peaceful surrounds. Visitors can get together with friends and family at one of its idyllic picnic spots, explore the beach at low tide or sit back and watch vintage aeroplanes operating from the Point Cook RAAF Base.
