Garvey Park, Ascot

1 Fauntleroy Ave, Ascot

Garvey Park sits on the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) in Ascot, on Whadjuk Boodjar. With its shaded sail-covered playground, riverside picnic lawns and a boardwalk winding out across the wetlands, it’s an easy, low-key spot for families to combine active play with quiet nature exploration. 

Play Features

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Climb: traditional equipment, trees

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Balance: traditional equipment, logs/rocks in bush area

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Sticks, rocks
& honkey nuts

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Cubby making

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Splash: shallows of riverbank

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Wheels: sealed riverside paths

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Dig or build: sand on riverbank, sand pit

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Plants & animals: tall trees, waterbirds

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Paths & trails: boardwalk and sealed paths

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Views: river, parkland

Our Favourite Features

Be sure to check out these unique play features!

Walking trails along river and through wetlands – the walking trail along the river, wetlands and bushland, great for spotting local wildlife and birds along the river’s edge.

Sand-based playground with shade sail – climbing equipment, a toddler slide and a large spinning wheel, all set on sand and shaded for play in warmer months.

Open riverside picnic lawns and foreshore – plenty of space for picnics, ball games and free-roaming play, with the river close by for fishing, kayaking or just watching the water.

Accessibility

Accessible toilets

Accessible parking

Accessible paths

Public transport nearby

No entry fee

Amenities

Toilets

Water fountain

Parking

BBQs

Shade

Picnic shelters

Cafe nearby

Nature Play Resources

Every Kid in a Park Printable Activity Book

Play Anywhere Play Trail

Family Resource Library

Safety Information

Water hazards associated with open water.

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Disclaimer

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