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The Australian Capital Territory is densely developed with housing and government buildings, but locum tenens looking for a refuge from the hustle and bustle of the capital can relax in Canberra Nature Park.
Despite its singular name, the Canberra Nature Park actually consists of 30 distinct areas scattered around the city. Although many of these open spaces were originally devoted to grazing in the past, they were set aside as urban oases by Walter Burley Griffin, the architect who designed the planned city of Canberra.
The protected areas that make up the Canberra Nature Park involve a wide variety of terrain, ranging from bushland hills to native lowland grasslands. Most of the land that had formerly been dedicated to grazing is now returning to its natural state thanks to the efforts of revegetation and rehabilitation organizations.
Most residents of Canberra live within walking distance of one of the parks, making them a perfect place to relax on a busy day. These areas welcome walkers, runners and other visitors, while fences have been erected around their borders to prevent motorcycles from entering.