# Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne — Reviews & Visitor Info > Nestled in the National Forest, this scenic reservoir offers families a perfect blend of activities, with picnic areas, accessible facilities, and snacks available for a memorable day out. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/melbourne/attractions/staunton-harold-reservoir (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # Staunton Harold Reservoir Calke Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3654472742170327340&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Christina Towers](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/100156511242308166920) **In short:** Staunton Harold Reservoir is an attraction in Melbourne, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 13 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Staunton Harold Reservoir Nestled in the National Forest, this scenic reservoir offers families a perfect blend of activities, with picnic areas, accessible facilities, and snacks available for a memorable day out. ## What's nearby - Staunton Harold Playpark 250m away - National Trust Cafe - Staunton Harold 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## What visitors say [Kelly Reece](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113039184747847510754/reviews) ★★★★★ Took a glorious sunny stroll around Staunton Harold Reservoir this weekend. ☀️ We arrived at 3pm, so the cafe had closed, but we knew this ahead of time! We went for the evening sun and shade, as we wanted somewhere cooler for the dog to roam around, and it offered just that. It was quite at this time of day & easy to park too. Mable Certified 🐾 · via Google [Mohamed Mohamed](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110666111654460077160/reviews) ★★★★★ The Stanton Harold Reservoir is a beautiful place to visit, there is a tower windmill lake, forest and boat ride. There is a cafe and you can do sun bathing laying on grass. As for the car park, there is paid, but if you are a national trust member. Recommend place to go · via Google [MT](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100266355138394526649/reviews) ★★★★★ Had a great time. A lovely little walk. Great play area for the kids. We visited on a Sunday evening in summer and it was so lovely and peaceful. · via Google [Ian Dyer](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102352259153549056211/reviews) ★★★★★ Nice peaceful place, playground for kids. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4879fb48c7267e7b:0x32b74b98c668f92c!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Melbourne, Derby [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.8144286%2C-1.4392150) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (13 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Melbourne [More attractions in Melbourne](https://staycation.co.uk/melbourne/attractions) ★ 4.2 (13 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.visitnationalforest.co.uk/view/?id=Staunton-Harold-Reservoir&utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01332 865 081](tel:01332865081) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Melbourne **Plus Code** 9C4WRH76+Q8 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4879fb48c7267e7b:0x32b74b98c668f92c!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4879fb48c7267e7b:0x32b74b98c668f92c!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4879fb48c7267e7b:0x32b74b98c668f92c!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Melbourne Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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