Booderee National Park, Nature reserve in Jervis Bay Territory, Australia.
Booderee National Park is a nature reserve on Australia's southeastern coast featuring coastal cliffs, sandy beaches, mangrove wetlands, lakes, and forests along the Pacific Ocean. The landscape offers diverse terrain with multiple walking tracks and beach areas spread across the protected land.
The area was established as a nature reserve in 1971 and received its current name in 1995 when management transferred to the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community. This transfer marked a significant moment in recognizing the original connection to the land.
The name Booderee comes from the Dhurga language and means bay of plenty, reflecting the Aboriginal connection to the area's abundant marine resources. This meaning remains visible in the landscape, where coastal paths and beaches lead directly to waters that have provided sustenance for generations.
The park is easily accessible and entering certain areas requires a permit available at the gates. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and check trail conditions, which vary depending on the season.
The park shelters a remarkably diverse animal population with birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians all coexisting across a variety of habitats. This ecological richness makes it a vital refuge for wildlife along the eastern coast.
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