Tyers Park
Its diversity of wildflowers and the abundance of its bird life make it a favourite destination for naturalists.
The park, which was proclaimed in January 1986, encompasses the fine scenery of the Tyers Gorge where the Tyers River winds between steep forested slopes. Outcrops of limestone and conglomerate are of considerable geological interest. The limestone contains both plant and animal fossils.
Things to see and do
* Scenic drives, bushwalks, picnicking, swimming, camping, fishing and nature study are some of the more popular activities at Tyers Park
* Spring (the main wildflower season) and autumn are popular times to visit but the park has plenty to offer throughout the year
* A walking track has been constructed along the Tyers River running from the Moondarra Reservoir south through the park. To walk the full length of the track takes about 5 hours
* Peterson's Lookout is a crag of conglomerate rock which overlooks the Tyers Gorge and provides fine views of the Tyers River and the gorge, as well as the Latrobe Valley
Motel accommodation and caravan parks with on-site facilities are available in nearby Rawson and Erica. Eat-in and take-away meals are available in both towns
Heritage
Tyers Park encompasses the Tyers Gorge location of the original weir supplying water to the growing towns of Tyers and Traralgon.
The park is also home to a regionally important Lime Kiln and associated quarry which supplied lime and building materials to various locations across central and south Gippsland.
Since the early 1970's, Peterson's Lookout has been a popular point of interest to the Latrobe Valley Field Naturalists.
Precautions
A number of unsurfaced tracks in the park are suitable for 4-wheel drive vehicles only. Please respect the locked gates as indicated. To avoid getting lost, please keep to marked tracks.
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