Fivebough Wetlands

Fivebough Wetlands is a Ramsar-listed wetland reserve on the northeastern edge of Leeton in the Riverina region of New South Wales. Part of the Fivebough and Tuckerbil Wetlands Ramsar site, it protects seasonal freshwater wetlands within the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area. Renowned as one of Australia's key birdwatching sites, it supports over 170 bird species including migratory waders, and features walking tracks, bird hides and viewing platforms for visitors.

Visitors can expect a flat, open seasonal wetland landscape with shallow lagoons, lignum and river red gums on the outskirts of Leeton. A loop walking track and boardwalk lead to a covered bird hide and viewing platform overlooking the water. The site is quiet and natural, with interpretive signage, picnic area and car park at the entrance. Activities focus on birdwatching, photography and short walks; there are no shops or cafes on site.

Fivebough Wetlands is a remnant natural wetland within the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, developed from the early 1900s. It was designated as part of the Fivebough and Tuckerbil Wetlands Ramsar site on 21 October 2002 for its international importance as habitat for waterbirds, including migratory species protected under international agreements. The site is managed for conservation and environmental water management.

The wetlands lie on Wiradjuri Country and are part of a landscape traditionally used by Wiradjuri people. Today it is valued as a community natural asset and education site for wetland ecology, water management and bird conservation in the Riverina.