Day Passes can also be purchased from the Tidbinbilla Visitor Centre during opening hours.
Facilities
A variety of purpose-built visitor facilities are available throughout Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve including:
- free gas and electric BBQs
- designated fire pits for wood BBQs (BYO firewood or purchase at Visitor Centre)
- picnic tables and covered shelters
- the Nature Discovery Playground
- over 20 fully marked walking trails
- drinking water refills at the Visitor Centre
- free WI-FI at the Visitor Centre and Vet Centre (Sanctuary)
- Ribbon Gum Theatre (outdoors, no power)
Accessibility
Tidbinbilla offers mobility access to many popular locations including the Visitor Centre, the Sanctuary, the Eucalypt Forest and Sheedys Picnic Area. These locations have accessible toilets, designated parking areas and paved footpaths allowing independent wheelchair access.
The Nature Discovery Playground has a birds nest swing suitable for very young children and people with limited mobility.
Wheelchair hire
A heavy-duty wheelchair is available for free day hire upon request. Phone 02 6207 7921 for more information.
TrailRider hire
The TrailRider all-terrain wheelchair is available for free hire from the Visitor Centre for use at Tidbinbilla and other ACT parks and reserves. It is a great way for mobility-impaired visitors to explore the natural environment in the bush capital.
Two or three helpers (not supplied) are required to guide the chair. It's easy to manoeuvre, handles semi-rough tracks and can be disassembled to fit in the back of a large car. Before heading out, riders and helpers will complete a short induction session to make sure everyone feels confident and ready. Helmets are available to borrow, but riders are encouraged to bring their own helmet plus other essentials like water, snacks and sunscreen.
For more information watch this short video.
Phone 02 6207 7921 for more information or to make a booking.
Trail accessibility level videos
The below videos offers a close look at the walking track so you can decide if it suits your needs. See the terrain, path conditions, and natural surroundings to help you plan your visit with confidence.
This walk is named after a Ngunnawal warrior who lived in the 19th century.
Walk or cycle along the Tidbinbilla River, through shrubland and open grassland while listening to an array of birdsong.
This easy walk crosses over Mountain Creek and continues around the Eucalypt Forest, a predator-proof enclosure that houses our koalas.
It is a perfect spot to search for koalas, wallabies, potoroos and forest birds.
Wandarawari means 'place of warriors' in Ngunnawal language. Walk this loop trail to understand more about this special place, the grass trees and their long-standing connection with the Ngunnawal people.