Foster Flora Reserve

The Foster Flora Reserve, located in Foster township, offers several walking tracks that explore the town's gold mining history.

Visitors can enjoy free access to these tracks, which cater to different fitness levels. The reserve is also a great place for cycling and horse riding.

The best time to visit the Foster Flora Reserve depends on your preferences. Summer is hot and humid, perfect for exploring shaded walking trails. Autumn showcases nature's changing colors. Winter offers cool and crisp weather for outdoor activities, while spring highlights the stunning flora and fauna.

Specific tracks within the reserve include Hayes Walk, which starts behind the shops and passes Victory Mine. Cody Gully Walk, accessible from McDonald Street, takes you through various plant species. Ophir Hill Walk continues from Cody Gully Walk and features remnants of gold mining days and eucalypt forests. New Zealand Hill, located north of the South Gippsland Highway, offers multiple tracks that pass historic mining features.

To access the Foster Flora Reserve, visitors can start at Hayes Walk from the carpark behind the shops. Cody Gully and Ophir Mine walks begin from McDonald Street, while New Zealand Hill can be accessed opposite the Comfort Inn Motel. Dogs are allowed in the reserve but must be restrained.