Timeline
06:00
Arrive at the edge of the Seaford Wetlands reserve. Find a quiet spot to wait. The 261 hectares of freshwater swamps are best experienced in the stillness before the crowds arrive. Remember, cats are prohibited in the reserve.
06:45
Watch the sunrise. On 15 April, the sun rises at 06:45. The light begins to transform the wetlands, casting long shadows across the water and highlighting the indigenous plants.
07:15
Walk 20 minutes WSW to the Seaford Skate Park area. It is a good place to stretch your legs and enjoy the post-sunrise atmosphere.
Local tip
Since there are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity, bring your own breakfast or plan to head to a nearby café after your walk. Check opening hours for any cafes you plan to visit.
Check before you go
- Sunrise on 15 April is at 06:45.
- Cats are prohibited in the Seaford Wetlands reserve.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Melbourne (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).