Parks & Recreation

Search our listings for your nearest parks, reserves, playgrounds, walking and cycling trails, golf courses, recreation centres and sports grounds. Some of our reserves are available for hire - find more information at Reserves for Hire.

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11 Result(s) Found

Bogong Reserve

49-77 Bogong Avenue, Glen Waverley 3150

Bogong Reserve is a spacious recreational reserve in a bushland setting, with a wetlands area, playground with a slide, swings and other equipment, a shared pathway and dog off-leash area.

Tagged as: , Park, Playground, Dog off-leash area, Bushland reserve, Shared pathway (walk/cycle)

Damper Creek Conservation Reserve

38-50 Park Road, Mount Waverley 3149

Damper Creek Conservation Reserve is an 11ha bushland reserve in Mount Waverley. The 1.5km narrow bushland strip follows the Damper Creek watercourse and has interpretative signage to guide you through the beautiful parkland.

Tagged as: , Park, Playground, Dog off-leash area, Bushland reserve, Walking path

Damper Creek Conservation Reserve (Walking Track)

38-50 Park Road and 357 High Street Road, Mount Waverley 3149

The walking path is an unsealed walking path through Damper Creek Conservation Reserve, and is a 'Land for Wildlife' area, so keep an eye out for the many species of animals and birds that live along the trail.

Tagged as: , Park, Bushland reserve, Walking path

Announcement : Partial area closure from 22 December 2023

Federal Reserve

2 Federal Street, Mount Waverley 3149

Federal Reserve’s bushland setting is a terrific space for a long walk or picnic outing, and also has a dog off-leash area. An accessible playground complements this reserve, and has slides, swings and climbing equipment.

Tagged as: , Park, Playground, Dog off-leash area, Bushland reserve, Tennis court, Shared pathway (walk/cycle)

Announcement : Tennis Court Reconstruction - 30 September 2024 to April 2025. The car park off Barton Street will be closed.

Hinkler Reserve

69-77 Hinkler Road, Glen Waverley 3150

With its bushland setting, Hinkler Reserve is perfect for taking the dogs for a walk at the designated off-leash dog area. The walking track is great for an afternoon stroll, or you can let the kids loose on the playground with its swings, slide and climbing equipment.

Tagged as: , Park, Playground, Dog off-leash area, Bushland reserve, Walking path

Mulgrave Reserve

140 Garnett Road, Wheelers Hill 3150

Mulgrave Reserve is situated in front of picturesque views of the Dandenong Ranges and along the Dandenong Creek Trail. It boasts two large sporting ovals, wetlands and an off-leash dog area, and a playground featuring slides, swings, and other climbing equipment - perfect for the entire family.

Tagged as: , Park, Playground, Dog off-leash area, Bushland reserve, Sports ground, Walking path, Shared pathway (walk/cycle)

Announcement : Dec 2024 - late April 2025: Construction on a new playspace is occurring next to the pavilion and car park.

Napier Park

23-27 Torwood Avenue, Glen Waverley 3150

Napier Park is set in a beautiful bushland setting, with a pond, gardens, links to Shepherds Bush and the Dandenong Creek Trail, and outdoor fitness equipment - great for your daily exercise. The reserve also has an extensive playspace, dog off-leash area, sports pavilions and baseball diamonds.

Tagged as: , Park, Playground, Dog off-leash area, Bushland reserve, Walking path, Shared pathway (walk/cycle)

Queens Parade Reserve

Queens Parade, Ashwood 3147

Located to the west of Ashwood Reserve, this hidden away gem with a local playspace is bordered by Queens Parade, Ashwood, and the Gardiners Creek Trail.

Tagged as: , Park, Playground, Bushland reserve, Walking path

Reg Harris Reserve

108-112 Ferntree Gully Road, Oakleigh East 3166

Reg Harris Reserve is a tranquil space, perfect for a quiet walk, or for the amateur photographer to photograph birds around the ornamental lake. The reserve offers a playspace for children, and also has BBQ facilities.

Tagged as: , Park, Playground, Bushland reserve

Regent Street Reserve

46-48 Regent Street, Mount Waverley 3149

Situated along the Scotchmans Creek Trail and Scotchmans Creek, Regent Street Reserve is a scenic space with a playground that has swings, slides, spring seesaw and other climbing equipment.