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Boyters Lane Wetlands

New South Wales  >  Australia

Restored wetland in South West Rocks with a mosaic of freshwater marshes, open water, and native vegetation.

Added* by ScottB
Most recent update 14 Ağustos 2025

Description

Boyters Lane Wetlands is a restored wetland with a mosaic of freshwater marshes, open water, and native vegetation. The area is actively managed to support biodiversity, with efforts focused on maintaining native plant species and controlling invasive ones. Boyters Lane Wetands extends across both sides of Boyters Lane. One side has Teal Lagoon which has an extensive figure 8 track around the lagoon, salt marshes and forests of Council managed lands and a bird hide. Across the road the Wetlands extend onto Private land but can be viewed from the road shoulder. The wetlands provide habitat for ducks, herons, egrets and many other birds.

Details

Access

Boyters Lane Wetlands are located along Boyters Lane, which is easily accessible from the town center of South West Rocks. Press P on the map for directions to the parking.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Scattered trees and bushes , Pond

Conditions

Wet

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Route

Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

The area has been known to be have rare birds over the years. SWRBirds on Facebook (see link below) is the go to resource for local sightings and information on South West Rocks and Maclesy Birding sights and information.

Links

View other birding spots in the area that are published on Birdingplaces

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