karkarook park, heatherton
Karkarook park playground has had a makeover and she is looking LOVELY! With its green and brown colour scheme, the revamped equipment beautifully blends into the natural surroundings of the parkland it sits on. The new play space has all the classics including slides, swings, climbing nets, monkey bars and bridge - there’s even a community library and book exchange box too!
Karkarook park playground has had a makeover and she is looking LOVELY! With its green and brown colour scheme, the revamped equipment beautifully blends into the natural surroundings of the parkland it sits on.
The new play space has all the classics including slides, swings, climbing nets, monkey bars and bridge - there’s even a community library and book exchange box too!
It’s easy to spend the good part of a day here, with Karkarook’s many walking trails, observation deck, bbq facilities and lake (byo fishing rod and kayak… no seriously!).
Mamma suggests heading to the Dragonfly carpark right off Fairchild st for proximity to the playground and picnic/bbq areas. Keep in mind there are no bins available on site as Karkarook has a “carry in carry out” rubbish policy, so make sure to bring a bag or two.
the nitty gritty
4 Fairchild st, Heatherton 3202
undercover bbq facilities and picnic tables - off street parking - toilets - walking trails - lake
Mamma's special mention:
Worked up an appetite? Head to Penny for Pound for some delicious pastries and coffee!
clydevale park, clyde north
This is one AWESOME spot! With lush greenery covering all areas, it is more than just your average local playground!
This is one AWESOME spot!
Spread over 1.2 hectares with lush greenery covering all areas, it is more than just your average local playground!
Separated into little sections you will find a basketball court, amphitheatre, gym area, picnic table and BBQ, and a playground.
The playground is very nature-inspired. There’s loads of rocks, shrubs, tan bark and grass which lead up to a small hill surrounded by a wooden structure - which is home to 3 slides that run down the hill.
Be a palaeontologist for a day! There’s a small sandpit which covers some dinosaur fossils if you look closely enough. There’s also a water pump tap over a stony area that trickles into the sandpit. Creating a great opportunity for splashing around in some water play!
With a BBQ, shaded tables, large grassy area and a basketball court, this is a fantastic space to have a play.
Mamma's special mention:
Hungry? Head around the corner to the delicious Deoro and Co Cafe
the nitty gritty
bbqs - sheltered picnic areas - free parking - gym equipment - basketball court - water play
Clydevale Avenue, Clydevale Estate, Clyde North
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dunns road reserve, mount martha
Mamma just loves this little farm themed playground!
With a large covered ‘banyard’, complete with picnic tables and a BBQ, it is the perfect place for a get together.
Mamma just loves this little farm themed playground!
With a large covered ‘banyard’, complete with picnic tables and a BBQ, it is the perfect place for a get together.
The play equipment is super cute, with a large tractor, cubby house, tunnels, horse rockers, see-saw, pyramid climbing frame, swings, monkey bars and more!
There is SO much wide-open space here, perfect for a game of cricket and a family picnic. You can even bring your canine family members and let them run loose in the fenced dog obstacle area!
Mamma's special mention:
Hungry? Head around the corner to the delicious Mornington Hyrdoponic Cafe.
the nitty gritty
bbqs - sheltered picnic areas - toilet facilities - free parking - dog park