Image taken from behind a group of people running on a footpath surrounded by trees and geen space

Balyang Sanctuary is one of Geelong’s most popular picnic spots and a safe haven for water birds.

The sanctuary is located at the river end of Shannon Avenue in Newtown, next to Princes Bridge.

It covers nine hectares of lake and native bushland, making it a great place to enjoy nature and relax.

Date last updated 14 July 2026