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Description
The East Point Mangrove Boardwalk is a much loved raised aluminium structure enabling access through the mangroves, finishing at a landing and seating area opening out to Ludmilla Bay.
Mangrove species found here include Collared Kingfisher, Broad-billed Flycatcher and Red-headed Honeyeater. On the track to the mangroves birds found include Lemon-bellied Flyrobin, Yellow Oriole, Double-barred Finch and Crimson Finch.
Details
Access
The East Point Mangrove Boardwalk is located in East Point, north of Darwin. The walkway is accessed from the rear of the Lake Alexander carpark after a walk along a marked pathway through open bush. The carpark is accessed off Alec Fong Lim Drive. Press P on the map to access Google mapping.
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland , Sea , Scattered trees and bushesConditions
FlatCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
WinterRoute
Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
Darwin experiences high tides. The end of the walk and the viewing platform will be submerged If the tide is over seven metres.
Links
- East Point Mangrove Boardwalk is an eBird hotspot.
- East Point tourist info.
- East Point Reserve area map.
- Darwin tide predictions.
- Bird Spots blog page for East Point.
- Tracks Birding Guide to finding Birds around Darwin.