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Duck River Reserve

Duck River Reserve is a natural bushland reserve on Mimosa Street in Granville, open 24 hours. Its standout feature is its walking tracks through bushland that is home to the threatened Acacia pubescens, and it also has a playground, picnic and BBQ areas, a floodlit soccer field and tennis courts.

Best for

Children's playgroundDog walking (on-leash)Family picnicsNature walksSoccer and sports

About Duck River Reserve

Bushland Walking Tracks at Duck River Reserve

Duck River Reserve has walking paths through natural bushland that supports diverse ecological communities. Lizards, turtles and ducks live in the reserve, along with the threatened plant species Acacia pubescens. The Friends of Duck River Bushland Reserve, a Bushcare group active for approximately 20 years, helps maintain the bushland. Some sections of the walking tracks are overgrown, so visitors should take care on the trails.

Facilities at Duck River Reserve

๐Ÿ›Playground
๐Ÿ”ฅBBQ Facilities
๐ŸšปToilets
๐Ÿ’งDrinking Waterโœ—
๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธParking
๐Ÿฝ๏ธPicnic Tables
๐ŸƒWalking Paths
๐Ÿ…Sports Fields
๐Ÿ•Dogs on leash
โ€ข Playground with equipment โ€ข BBQ facilities โ€ข Picnic areas with shaded spaces โ€ข Walking and cycling paths โ€ข Soccer field with floodlighting โ€ข Tennis courts โ€ข Amenities block with accessible toilets

Visitor tips for Duck River Reserve

  • โœ“Wear appropriate footwear on the trails.
  • โœ“Stay on the marked paths to protect the threatened plant species.
  • โœ“Visit in daylight for the best access to the playground and sports facilities and clear trail visibility.
  • โœ“Call Cumberland City Council on +61 2 8757 9000 to check accessibility features before visiting if you use a wheelchair.

Getting to Duck River Reserve

2 Mimosa Street, Granville NSW 2142. A paved parking lot on site sits near the main facilities and the walking track entrances.

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Nearby Granville

  • ๐Ÿ“Scout Memorial Park, Granville
  • ๐Ÿ“Little Duck Creek Reserve, Guildford

Frequently asked questions about Duck River Reserve

Can I take my dog off-leash at Duck River Reserve?

No, dogs must be on a leash at all times. Scout Memorial Park on Glen Street, Granville, and Little Duck Creek Reserve on Wolseley Street, Guildford, have off-leash areas nearby.

Does Duck River Reserve have a playground?

Yes, the reserve has a children's playground with play equipment.

Are there toilets at Duck River Reserve?

Yes, the amenities block has accessible toilets.

Is there parking at Duck River Reserve?

Yes, a paved car park is on site at 2 Mimosa Street.

What are the opening hours for Duck River Reserve?

The reserve is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.