Brays Bay Reserve
Brays Bay Reserve is a riverside public park on the Parramatta River at 443 Concord Road, near Concord West in Sydney's inner west. Its standout feature is open lawns with plenty of picnic tables and public BBQs, plus a free car park and public toilets, which suit family picnics.
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About Brays Bay Reserve
Picnic Areas and BBQs at Brays Bay Reserve
Brays Bay Reserve has plenty of picnic tables and BBQs available for public use. The reserve has wide, open lawns where families can spread out, run and play ball games. Its waterfront position on the Parramatta River gives every picnic stunning water views. Brays Bay Reserve is a good location for a family picnic, and visitors can use its lawns, picnic areas and nearby playgrounds for casual waterfront recreation. The picnic tables and BBQs sit within easy reach of the reserve's open grass, so families can set up a full meal and let children play close by.
Playground for Toddlers and Older Kids Next to Brays Bay Reserve
Brays Bay Reserve has an extensive kids' playground area used by families visiting the picnic space. McIlwaine Park Playground is next to Brays Bay Reserve and has two separate play areas. The play area for younger children is fenced, while the play area for older children is unfenced. Both play areas have shade cloths overhead, which helps during warm afternoons. Families can combine a playground visit with open lawns for ball games at Brays Bay Reserve, making it suitable for toddlers and older children alike.
Walking Routes Connected to Brays Bay Reserve
Brays Bay Reserve joins the end of the Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway. The reserve sits beside McIlwaine Park and links directly to the Concord Foreshore Trail. The Concord Foreshore Trail takes about an hour to walk and is known for its quiet country setting within a city environment. Walkers can start at Brays Bay Reserve and follow the waterfront paths along the Parramatta River. These connected routes make Brays Bay Reserve a practical starting point for a relaxed walk along the foreshore.
Facilities at Brays Bay Reserve
Visitor tips for Brays Bay Reserve
- ✓Bring food for the picnic tables and public BBQs, which are available for public use.
- ✓Let younger children use the fenced play area and older children use the unfenced play area at McIlwaine Park Playground next door.
- ✓Park in the large public car park at the front of the reserve, which is free.
- ✓Start a walk at Brays Bay Reserve and follow the Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway, which joins the reserve's end.
- ✓Allow about an hour for the Concord Foreshore Trail, which links from the reserve.
- ✓Choose a spot on the lawns for ball games, since the open grass gives plenty of space to run.
Getting to Brays Bay Reserve
443 Concord Road, on the Parramatta River foreshore near Concord West, NSW 2138. A free car park with a fairly large public parking area sits virtually at the front of the reserve.
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- 📍McIlwaine Park Playground
- 📍Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway
- 📍Concord Foreshore Trail
- 📍Oliveto Ristorante, located by the reserve at 443 Concord Road
- 📍Liberty Grove
- 📍Rhodes
- 📍Concord West
Frequently asked questions about Brays Bay Reserve
Is Brays Bay Reserve in Concord West good for a family outing with young kids?
Yes, Brays Bay Reserve is a good location for a family outing with young children. The reserve has plenty of wide, open space to run and play ball games. A playground with a fenced area for younger kids sits next door at McIlwaine Park.
Does Brays Bay Reserve have a playground for toddlers and older kids?
Yes, Brays Bay Reserve has a children's playground area. McIlwaine Park Playground is next to the reserve and has two separate play areas. The area for younger kids is fenced, and the area for older kids is unfenced, with shade cloths over both.
Are there BBQ facilities and picnic tables at Brays Bay Reserve?
Brays Bay Reserve has plenty of picnic tables and BBQs available for public use. The picnic area sits on the waterfront and is suited to family picnics. Visitors can also use the lawns for casual recreation.
Is parking at Brays Bay Reserve free?
Yes, Brays Bay Reserve has a free car park. A fairly large public parking area sits virtually at the front of the reserve. The reserve is located at 443 Concord Road.
What are the opening hours for Brays Bay Reserve in Concord West?
Brays Bay Reserve is open year-round, 24 hours a day. The reserve is a public waterfront park on the Parramatta River. Visitors can use it at any time of day.
Are there walking paths or bike tracks around Brays Bay Reserve?
Brays Bay Reserve joins the end of the Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway. The reserve also sits beside McIlwaine Park and links to the Concord Foreshore Trail. The Concord Foreshore Trail takes about an hour to walk.