Popular Parks
Townsville has over 300 Parks and Open Space Areas which council are responsible for. These parks provide a range of recreational and sporting opportunities for both residents and visitors. On average over 350 ceremonies are held in Townsville Parkland every year.
Request for foliage from our botanic gardens
Townsville City Council recognises that our community at times may want to request the use of plants and other natural materials from Townsville’s local parks and botanic spaces for cultural, religious, educational and/or scientific purposes. To assist in supporting the local community, the Parks and Open Space team welcomes requests for foliage or items from plants from within Council Parks and Open Space that have a link to cultural, religious, educational and/or scientific purposes.
All Abilities Playground
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A great space where children come together to play, explore, image, dream and grow along the banks of the Ross River. This recreational space uses a range of natural and built elements to encourage all types of play.      |
Riverway 20 Village Boulevard, Condon |
Anzac Memorial Park
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Anzac Memorial Park is located at the eastern end of the Strand Foreshore, at the frontage to the Breakwater marina. It is Townsville's premier memorial park. Download our factsheet about Anzac Memorial Park (PDF)     |
The Strand, adjacent to Tobruk Pool, North Ward |
Aplins Weir Rotary Park
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A recreation node along the Ross River Parkway shared pedestrian and bicycle pathway system, the park contains a range of playground equipment and facilities which are suitable for use by disabled children. The Liberty Swing is protected by a key lock. If you'd like to use the swing contact Riverway Stadium to arrange a temporary loan of the key - no deposit required.  
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Burt Street, Mundingburra |
Bluewater Park and Urban Forest
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Hosts a picturesque fresh water creek popular with both locals and tourists. The Urban Forest features a play based fitness trail as well as a play station, half basketball court and a cricket oval.   |
Off Bruce Hwy, Bluewater |
Charles Moroney Park
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With the football and soccer fields being regularly utilised by the community, shelters and trees have been installed to provide desired shade facilities. |
Off Hammond Way, Kelso |
Dan Gleeson Gardens
Main entrance point located at Thuringowa Drive, Thuringowa Central.
Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens whilst not run as a botanic garden, is a pleasure garden maintained to the same high standards and featuring beautiful locations for special events. Originally conceived as a Bicentennial project, Dan Gleeson Gardens is set on about 5 hectares. The gardens are composed of a wide range of native and exotic trees, shrubs and palms, which are situated amongst large lawn areas and paved pathways.
Freemasons Pallarenda Park
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Located beside the beach, the parks offers a range of facilities for all the family including play equipment and open space.  |
Cape Pallarenda Rd, Pallarenda |
Mount View Park
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Mount View Park is a popular park for families with pathways through out the parkland for riding of bikes, scooters and skateboards.  |
Cnr Mill Drive and Bamford Lane, Kirwan |
Rossiter Park
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Set along the Ross River Parkway, Rossiter Park has many features which include, Pontoon, Off Leash Dog Area, Fenced Children's Play Station, Climbing Wall.  |
Kimball St, Aitkenvale |
Ross River Parkway
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Ross River Parkway will be a continuous park, from the port to the upper reaches of the river, offering an unparalleled diversity of recreational opportunities. It is a facility that has been developed to cater to all age groups, for a diverse range of physical activities. Download the Ross River Parkway factsheet (PDF) | Parkway Guide P1 (PDF) Parkway Guide P2 (PDF) |
Sherriff Park
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The parkland is part of the Ross River Parkway and is a major recreational node along the river. Download the Sherriff Park factsheet (PDF) |
Love Lane, Mundingburra |
Soroptimist Park and Peoples Place
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Both parks are adjacent to each other with no natural boundary between them. People's Place is seen as a space within the overall parkland area. Soroptimist Park has an adventure playground,with a focus on handicapped facilities. |
Heatleys Pde, Belgian Gardens |
Vincent 'Bushy' Parker Park
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A designated limited free tent and vehicle camping area with an attractive freshwater creek swimming area next to the park. The restored Rollingstone Railway Station is filled with historical mementos of the area. Download the Vincent 'Bushy' Parker Park factsheet (PDF) |
Rollingstone Street, Rollingstone |
Western Lions Park
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The park includes children's play station, playing fields, shade shelters, solar security and pathway lighting, shade trees and an exercise circuit. |
Cnr Fulham Rd and Charles St, Heatley |
