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Parks in Bardon, Brisbane

Bardon is one of Brisbane's better-served suburbs for parks, with 22 sites across the area, 5 public BBQs (electric) ready for weekend cook-ups, 5 playgrounds for the kids.

22 parks 4 with BBQs 5 with playgrounds 1 bookable 12 with trails
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What's special about parks in Bardon

BOWMAN PARK is the BBQ hub here with 2 BBQs.

Walkers and runners can use the trails at BARDON ESPLANADE PARK (ROAD RESERVE) and 11 other parks.

Local tips for visiting parks in Bardon

Birthday party planning? 1 park has bookable shelters — book through Brisbane City Council at least 2 weeks ahead for weekend slots.

BBQ weekends: Council BBQs in Bardon are free, run on a 30-minute timer and are first-come first-served. Get there before 11am on Saturdays in spring or you'll be queueing.

Heads-up: Only 3 of the 22 parks here have public toilets — worth checking the listing before a longer visit with kids.

Getting there: 2 parks have dedicated car parking; for the rest, plan on street parking or public transport.

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Frequently asked questions

How many parks are there in Bardon?

There are 22 public parks listed in Bardon on FindMyPark, sourced from Brisbane City Council open data. 4 of these have BBQ facilities and 5 have playgrounds.

Where can I find a free BBQ in Bardon?

Bardon has 5 free council BBQs across 4 parks. The biggest BBQ site is BOWMAN PARK — check the full list above to pick one near you.

Can I book a picnic shelter in Bardon for a birthday party?

1 park in Bardon has bookable picnic shelters. Bookings are made through Brisbane City Council and should be lodged at least 2 weeks before your party.