Carlson Reserve
Carlson Reserve has recently completed a three-stage revitalisation of its playground, forecourt area and multi-sport courts area.
The playspace boasts adventure totem poles, rope play, climbing cube, spinner, adventure play tower with tube slides and triple swing.
There is a mini outdoor exercise station, water fountain and bench seating to complement the existing barbecue and picnic table.
Sit and relax in the new landscaped forecourt area, which features new trees and seating and bike racks.
Get active with the wide range of recreation options, including tennis, pickleball, futsal, basketball, netball, table tennis and chess.
You can also take your dog for a walk through the designated dog off-leash area.
Pavilion upgrade: May 2024 update
A new pavilion is currently being constructed. We anticipate works will finish by September 2024 and look forward to opening an exciting new facility for the community and clubs soon.
Visit Shape Monash to stay informed about the project.
Multi-purpose courts
Changes to hours: June 2024 update
Works have started on the new mural at Carlson Reserve.
To safely install the mural and prevent any damage to the work, the multi-purpose courts will be CLOSED from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Sunday, until 17 June 2024 (weather depending).
The courts will remain open outside of these hours to minimise disruption to reserve users.
Thank you for your patience. We look forward to opening a vibrant and engaging space soon.
About the courts
Free to use and open to the public, the upgraded multi-purpose courts include line markings and goal spaces for tennis, netball, basketball, soccer training, futsal and pickleball, as well as court-side LED sports lighting to allow for evening practice.
Courts open weekdays: Sunrise - 11pm
Courts open weekends: Sunrise - 9pm
Please observe the conditions of use signs at the courts. To turn on the LED sports lighting, look for the green button on the pole outside the court gates.
Dog off-leash area
Dogs must still be under effective control in dog off-leash areas (see green area in map below).
Dogs are not permitted on the sportsground when organised sport events and training are in progress.
More information at Dog Off-Leash Areas.
The reserve is also home to Monash Community Inn. For more information, please see Halls for Hire.
Location
64-72 Clayton Road, Clayton 3168 View Map
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64-72 Clayton Road ,
Clayton 3168
64-72 Clayton Road ,
Clayton 3168
Carlson Reserve
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