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Parks in Manly, Brisbane
Manly has 9 parks scattered across the suburb, 5 public BBQs (electric) ready for weekend cook-ups, 1 playground for the kids, 1 dog-friendly area.
What's special about parks in Manly
BAYSIDE PARK is the BBQ hub here with 3 BBQs.
Families gravitate to GEORGE CLAYTON PARK for the playground-plus-BBQ-plus-toilets combo.
Walkers and runners can use the trails at BAYSIDE PARK and 7 other parks.
Local tips for visiting parks in Manly
Birthday party planning? 2 parks have bookable shelters — book through Brisbane City Council at least 2 weeks ahead for weekend slots.
BBQ weekends: Council BBQs in Manly 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.
Dog walkers: Off-leash hours and rules vary by park — always check the signs at the entrance, and remember it's a $266 fine in Brisbane for unleashed dogs outside designated areas.
Heads-up: Only 2 of the 9 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.
All parks in Manly
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BAYSIDE PARK
450 ESPLANADE, MANLY QLD 4179
- 3 BBQs
- Toilets
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DARLING POINT PARK (ROAD RESERVE)
LOWER/ESPLANADE, MANLY QLD 4179
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DREVESEN PARK
352 UPPER ESPLANADE, MANLY QLD 4179
- Parking
- Bookable
- Wheelchair
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GEORGE CLAYTON PARK
55 LOWER ESPLANADE, MANLY QLD 4179
- 2 BBQs
- Playground
- Toilets
- Parking
- Bookable
- Wheelchair
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HARMAN'S PARK
38 CURTIS STREET, MANLY QLD 4179
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LITTLE BAYSIDE PARK
42 FAIRLEAD CRESCENT, MANLY QLD 4179
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RAEBURN STREET PARK
37 CURTIS STREET, MANLY QLD 4179
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RICHARD RUSSELL PARK
184 CARLTON TERRACE, MANLY QLD 4179
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RQYS PORT CENTRE PARK
578 ROYAL ESPLANADE, MANLY QLD 4179
- Dog-friendly
Frequently asked questions
How many parks are there in Manly?
There are 9 public parks listed in Manly on FindMyPark, sourced from Brisbane City Council open data. 2 of these have BBQ facilities and 1 has playgrounds.
Where can I find a free BBQ in Manly?
Manly has 5 free council BBQs across 2 parks. The biggest BBQ site is BAYSIDE PARK — check the full list above to pick one near you.
Are there off-leash dog parks in Manly?
Yes — 1 park is dog-friendly in Manly. Off-leash conditions vary, so check the on-site signage for current rules.
Can I book a picnic shelter in Manly for a birthday party?
2 parks in Manly have bookable picnic shelters. Bookings are made through Brisbane City Council and should be lodged at least 2 weeks before your party.