Cotter Bend Wheelchair Accessible Recreational Area & Trails

From the ACT Parks and Conservation website:

The Cotter Bend, where the Paddys River meets the Cotter River, is a favourite with many for a swim, splash and for fishing. A wide pool and sandy beach marks the meeting of the two rivers. The Cotter Bend has plenty of grassy areas with shade on sunny days, and you will often see families picnicking or playing cricket. There are free barbeques and toilet facilities available.

There are 3 walking trails that can be accessed from the recreation area:

Cotter Dam Discovery Trail (wheelchair -friendly, easy):This trail allows visitors to get an up close and personal view of the Cotter Dam enlargement. Cross the Cotter River and wind your way up to the Dam viewing area, learning about the history of the Dam along the way. The trail is lined with stories of Canberra’s water history and features a 16-metre wide, amphitheatre-style viewing platform which provides direct views of the Cotter Dam.

Cotter Explorer Track (wheelchair-friendly, easy): This trail takes you along the banks for the Cotter River as well as up and along the Cotter Avenue. It is wheelchair and pram friendly.

The Bullen Track is not wheelchair accessible.