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Great spots for family and friends BBQs
Park featuring a covered barbeque area and playground, overlooking Ettalong Beach Waterfront

Published On

27/03/2024

The Easter long weekend is here!  If you are looking to gather with friends or family to have a BBQ, here are some of our staff favourites to check out – all have picnic tables, pathways and nearby public toilets:

  • COPACABANA, Susan Fahey Park, Pueblo St  – nestled amongst trees overlooking playspace and grassed area next to tennis courts 
  • NORAH HEAD, Jenny Dixon Reserve, Park St – overlooking the ocean and adjoining beach
  • ETTALONG FORESHORE, The Esplanade – adjoining playspace and outdoor gym  
  • LONG JETTY, Foreshore Reserve, Tuggerah Pde – waterfront views
  • SUMMERLAND POINT, Boat Harbour Reserve, Cams Boulevarde 
  • TERRIGAL HAVEN, off Scenic Hwy – beach foreshore, with adjoining playing field and off leash dog park
  • THE ENTRANCE, Memorial Park – whilst there check out the new Central Coast Visitor Information Centre
  • GOSFORD, LIONS PARK, Marine Pde - set on the eastern side of Brisbane Water makes this a great place to watch the sun set over the water 
  • TOOWOON BAY, Swadling Reserve, Bay Rd – overlooking Toowoon Bay Beach with playspace at reserve 
  • WOY WOY, Lions Park, North Burge Rd - foreshore reserve with playspace and visits from the local Pelicans
  • WYONG, Braithwaite Park, Cnr Yarramalong and Old Maitland Rd – surrounded by the beautiful autumn leaves and rural backdrop
  • Although Council crews check and regularly clean the BBQ facilities, please be considerate to the next user and clean the hot plate after use. 

Please report any BBQ faults to Council. 

Image caption above: The Ettalong Beach Waterfront Reserve and Playground

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