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Parks in The Gap, Brisbane

The Gap is one of Brisbane's better-served suburbs for parks, with 46 sites across the area, 5 public BBQs (4 electric and 1 wood-fired) ready for weekend cook-ups, 4 playgrounds for the kids, 3 dog-friendly areas.

46 parks 3 with BBQs 4 with playgrounds 3 dog-friendly 25 with trails 1 skate park 1 wheelchair-accessible
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What's special about parks in The Gap

WALTON BRIDGE RESERVE is the BBQ hub here with 3 BBQs.

Walkers and runners can use the trails at ALAN WILLING PLACE PARK and 24 other parks.

Local tips for visiting parks in The Gap

BBQ weekends: Council BBQs in The Gap 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 3 of the 46 parks here have public toilets — worth checking the listing before a longer visit with kids.

All parks in The Gap

Frequently asked questions

How many parks are there in The Gap?

There are 46 public parks listed in The Gap on FindMyPark, sourced from Brisbane City Council open data. 3 of these have BBQ facilities and 4 have playgrounds.

Where can I find a free BBQ in The Gap?

The Gap has 5 free council BBQs across 3 parks. The biggest BBQ site is WALTON BRIDGE RESERVE — check the full list above to pick one near you.

Are there off-leash dog parks in The Gap?

Yes — 3 parks are dog-friendly in The Gap. Off-leash conditions vary, so check the on-site signage for current rules.