About the park

We are upgrading Werribee River Regional Park to provide more opportunities for local communities and visitors to enjoy healthy, outdoor activities. A new trail will link the 223-hectare park with Werribee River, Werribee Open Range Zoo and nearby tourism destinations.

The upgraded park will help protect native plants and animals, address climate change and strengthen cultural heritage.

Where is the park located?

Werribee River Regional Park is in Werribee South, about 30 kilometres west of Melbourne’s CBD. The park follows the western bank of Werribee River from Princes Freeway to Port Phillip Bay.

werribee river landscape map

When can I visit the park?

You can visit the park now. New park improvements will open from Spring 2022.

  1. Government commitment to create a ring of parkland around Melbourne

    November 2018

  2. Planning phase

    2019-2022

  3. Community consultation

    May – July 2021

  4. Final Masterplan

    Mid – late 2022

Parks Victoria is managing the project. We are working with key partners, Traditional Owners, stakeholders and the community to create the vision for the park.

Want to get involved?

Community consultation is currently closed.

To learn more, visit Engage Victoria.

Follow the link to register for updates.

Page last updated: 01/05/24