The Best Picnic Spots in Brisbane For Families

With almost year-round perfect weather, Brisbane is the perfect place in which to head outdoors and enjoy a fun family picnic. Just pack a picnic rug and some sarnies and snacks, or sausages and bread for a simple sausage sizzle, and head to one of these best picnic spots in Brisbane for families. Throw in some bats and balls to keep the little ones entertained and you have all the makings of a great family day out!

There are many amazing places for having a picnic in and around Brisbane. We’ve compiled this list so you can enjoy the best of the best, from city parks and beautiful bushland to creekside, lakeside and bayside spots to take your breath away!

New Farm Park, New Farm

Catch the CityCat to New Farm Park for a wonderful day by the Brisbane River. You can explore the grounds and enjoy the decorative flowers, kids can play in the playground and ride bikes and scooters on the paths, or make the most of the open grassy spaces by flying a kite on the river breezes.

JC Slaughter Falls, Mount Coot-tha

With its newly updated picnic facilities, JC Slaughter Falls is a great place to enjoy a picnic in a lovely bushland setting, yet only a short distance from the CBD. Here, you can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the reserve, paddle in the creek and go for a lovely bushwalk to see Aboriginal art and waterfalls. You can even hike to the summit of Mt Coot-tha for stunning views over the whole of Brisbane and out to Moreton Bay.

Enoggera Reservoir, The Gap

A short bushwalk from the Walkabout Creek Visitor and Wildlife Centre leads you to the sandy shore of the Enoggera Reservoir, where you can enjoy a fun-filled day of water and nature play. You can picnic on the sand or grassy banks, swim in the calm waters of the reservoir or bring your inflatables or kayak for a paddle around.

You can also enjoy an easy 5km bushwalk around the perimeter of the dam and links to other walking tracks within the national park. Look out for amazing wildlife such as platypus and kingfishers along the way. You can even get up close to more native wildlife by visiting the Visitor and Wildlife Centre for even more nature fun.

Bunyaville Regional Park, Bunya

Bunyaville Regional Park is a wonderful place to take kids for a yummy picnic in a stunning natural setting. There are two walking tracks to give you a choice of beautiful bush walks to enjoy and explore the lovely forests. There are interpretive signs along the way and a range of wildlife to look out for, including cockatoos, kookaburras, koalas and pademelons.

Bullocky Rest, Joyner

Situated on the shores of the stunning Lake Samsonvale, Bullocky Rest is an idyllic, tranquil spot for a relaxing picnic away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. There are barbecues and picnic tables and an infinite number of spots to lay down your picnic rug under the shady trees with magnificent views of the lake. You could try your hand at fishing, there is a playground for the kids to enjoy and also plenty of space to throw a frisbee or have a kickabout.

Cleveland Point Park, Cleveland Point

Check out the beautiful scenery at this great bayside park. At Cleveland Point Park, there is a playground for the kids to enjoy and lovely grassy areas for a runaround. There are barbecues, shelters, a picnic area and plenty of spots to drop down a picnic blanket. Surrounded by water on most sides, you will feel like you are on a tropical island. You can even visit the historic Cleveland Point Lighthouse, and grab a gelato from the Lighthouse Cafe or even fish and chips for a proper seaside feast.

Venman Bushland NP, Mount Cotton

Fancy a picnic with some pretty-faced wallabies? Head to Venman Bushland National Park for a family day out. You can go on an awesome walk through the beautiful bushland. There is a moderate (Class 3) walking trail, where kids can cross creeks on stepping stones, get in amongst nature and spot all manner of wildlife from birds to koalas. Then reward yourself for completing the walk with a picnic in the picnic area, where beautiful wallabies often hang out to nibble the grass. There are wood barbecues and a toilet but make sure you bring your own drinking water.