East Point Reserve
East Point Reserve
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Rachelle
48 contributions
Mar 2022
Lovely spot to wander and take in the views especially at sunset looking back towards The Museum and Mindil Beach & further a field to the city in the background. In the dry season between May-Oct you also have the markets on aSunday & Thursday afternoon/evening.
Written December 27, 2022
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Simon M
17 contributions
Nov 2022
My partner and I lived nearby and, every week, would discover new wonders. Besides Lake Alexander, the most conspicuous view you will initially observe is the beach, surrounding Fanny Bay, overlooking the quiet city in the distance. But, East Point is teaming with so many other highlights. One highlight the remarkable path called the Mangrove Boardwalk, in which, at high tide, you are literally standing on water, in the ocean, surrounded by the mangroves, peering into the ocean. Another highlight are the walking tracks, commencing near the renowned restaurant, Pee Wees, that penetrate into the forest, and allow you to observe wallabies, lizards, and huge nests, created by the orange-footed bush fowl. A third highlight, a bit farther from Pee Wees, are the lookouts at Dudley point. You might even find your way to the bottom of these cliffs and dip into the harbour. If you can access an e-scooter or bike, you can even skim around the edge of this pack, watching the waves crashing in the cliff faces that surround the reserve. Right at the end of this road, on the beach, are some remarkable rocks that fill with water and small marine life during high tide.
Written December 12, 2022
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ronp1954
Langford, Australia798 contributions
Aug 2022
What to say, it is a reserve after all. We went there for afternoon tea (bring your own) ab=nd found it quite nice and relaxing. A bit dry but what else would you expect in Darwin temperatures. Managed to see some of the wildlife, but our dog was disappointed as she was not allowed to have a run here.
Written September 28, 2022
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Liz K
6 contributions
Aug 2022
Great little lookout spots and options for everyone from military history, mangrove walks, children's playground looked great and right near beautiful Lake Alexander.
Written August 12, 2022
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Michelle R
Engadine, Australia273 contributions
Jun 2022
Beautiful part of Darwin. Great walks around the area and beautiful beaches. Great picnic area as well.
Written August 7, 2022
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Jan P
Shoalhaven, Australia9 contributions
Jun 2022
I very much enjoyed a lap of the park, so much so that I turned around and went back the way I came (the view is always different in the opposite direction). Total 12 km from the entrance gate. Would be nice to take a thermos and have morning tea at any one of the great points of interest. Great views of Darwin from here. Also saw quite a few wallabies in the quieter section.
Written July 1, 2022
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Brian R
Adelaide, Australia206 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
A large open space with walking trails and paths. This is a wonderful area to go for a stroll and just take in the atmosphere. Surround by water there was a nice breeze and just a fantastic spot to sit and do nothing
Written May 15, 2022
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Jonique Life
Australia2,225 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
This is such a great reserve where you will see the massive artillery bunker, other WW2 ruins and stunning coastal views. The signs are a bit discoloured and hard to read so hopefully they fix this in the future, as it’s so awesome to read about the history and what these places were used for. This is a must do and a lovely walk to explore
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Written August 18, 2021
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Pastor Tim B
Toowoomba, Australia126 contributions
Jul 2021
Wonderful oasis from the heat with some pretty cool WWII items to look at and enter. Great view of the Ocean.
Written July 26, 2021
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Lorraine L
Tarwin Lower, Australia2,870 contributions
Jul 2021
Such a picturesque area with great spots for swimming and fishing. There are many grassed areas that are perfect for a picnic. We also visited Lake Alexander on the other side of the road and this is another great spot for families for picnicking and swimming.
Written July 3, 2021
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Leonie B
Sydney, Australia12 contributions
How much is entry and is it easy to get to by taxi or bus
oldaussieiady
Melbourne470 contributions
The East Head reserve is free access. With lots of army buildings or relics of them. It is a long walk from anywhere. I dont know if there is a bus. We found buses a bit hit and miss and never went where we wanted. Taxis were also the luck of the draw. If you find a reliable one make sure you book it to the airport.
East Point Reserve (Darwin) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Hotels near East Point Reserve:
- (3.93 mi) Darwin Waterfront Luxury Suites
- (3.55 mi) Argus Apartments Darwin
- (3.90 mi) Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront
- (3.32 mi) Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel Darwin
- (3.43 mi) Ramada Suites Zen Quarter
- Restaurants near East Point Reserve:
- (0.07 mi) Pad Thai Darwin
- (0.17 mi) Rescue Me Food Services
- (0.44 mi) Pee Wee's at the Point
- (1.10 mi) Darwin Trailer Boat Club
- (1.64 mi) Laneway Specialty Coffee