3 Best Parks in Coffs Harbour

“Bongil Bongil National Park is an excellent spot for barbecues and fishing, perfect for day trips or school excursions. The park is home to a large population of koalas and over 165 species of birds. You can enjoy kayaking, fishing on Bonville Creek, and bird watching. The park features the Buff Loop Walking Track and the Bundagaree Rainforest Walk. The Buff Loop Walking Track is an easy grade 2, 2 km loop that takes you through dense jungle with vines, palms, and rainforests and behind the dunes lining Bongil Beach to a lookout over Bundagaree Creek. The Bundagaree Rainforest Walk is an easy grade 3, 6 km loop that leads from the rainforest to the rocky shoreline of Bundagaree Creek, a place to explore rock pools and enjoy the view. The park has a picnic area with barbecues, shelters, and bushwalking opportunities.”

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“Brelsford Park offers an enriched recreational experience for visitors, featuring healthy lifestyle facilities, expansive green areas, and connections to the CBD through pathways, walking trails, and cycling routes. Brelsford Park is an environmental, recreational, and educational resource that fosters an interactive connection with nature. The playground's centrepiece is the Giant Knight's Tower, a major attraction within Brelsford Park. Visitors can also enjoy gym equipment, designated kids' areas, a drinking fountain, and open fields throughout the park. Brelsford Park reclaimed its prominence in 2018 as a quality, lively, and inclusive community precinct in the city's heart, where culture, recreation, and leisure come to life. The park features safety, security, and high-quality amenities, making it a prime public space for cultural, creative, and recreational interests.”

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“Boronia Park has various leisure and recreation programs for participants of all ages and abilities. Boronia Park has outdoor recreational facilities, BBQs, play equipment, a picnic pavilion, and event spaces. There is a large grassed area with plenty of room to kick a football. The park offers beautiful views and access to Bonville Creek across the road. There is space to park a small boat in front of the park. The park features a concrete shelter with two bench tables, two BBQs, and a playground with shade cloth suitable for small children. Boronia Park has accessible toilets and a relaxed setting with some benches.”

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