Forest Park
Last updatedForest Park is a neighbourhood reserve in Epping with a wooden playground among mature trees, including a rock climbing wall, rope ladder, slide and swings. The park sits between Blaxland Road and Forest Grove and also has picnic tables, park benches, public toilets and a drinking fountain.
About Forest Park
Playground at Forest Park
The playground at Forest Park is made of wood and sits among mature trees. It has a rock climbing wall, a rope ladder, a slide, a balance beam running through the garden, wobbly planks leading to one platform and diagonal planks leading to another. The swings include a bucket swing and a baby or toddler swing. The ground is soft fall, and the only shade comes from the trees, with no shade sails over the play area. The playground is set back from busy Blaxland Road.
Picnic Tables, Toilets and Drinking Water at Forest Park
Forest Park has picnic tables and park benches for family outings in the reserve. Public toilets are in the park, so visitors can stay for a longer picnic or a play session with children. A drinking fountain, known locally as a bubbler, gives visitors water to refill bottles on hot days. These amenities sit alongside the playground, so one visit can cover play, a seat for lunch and a drink.
Facilities at Forest Park
Visitor tips for Forest Park
- ✓Bring a ball or a picnic blanket for the open green space around the playground.
Getting to Forest Park
Forest Park is between Blaxland Road and Forest Grove, Epping NSW 2121. Street parking is available on Forest Grove, the best place to park for the park. Epping station is about 350 m away.
Near Forest Park
- 🌳Henry Brigg Park4 min walk
- ☕C'est Bon Toastie Cafe5 min walk
- ☕49 Cafe Early Bird5 min walk
- ☕Elf Cake & Co5 min walk
- 🌳Rockleigh Park7 min walk
- 🌳Boronia Park8 min walk
- 📍Jonga Jip BBQ King (restaurant, about 300 m)
FAQ
Is Forest Park fenced?
No. The playground is not fenced or gated.
Are there toilets at Forest Park?
Yes, public toilets are in the park.
Is there parking at Forest Park?
Street parking is available on Forest Grove, which the park is close to.
Does Forest Park have a drinking fountain?
Yes, a drinking fountain, called a bubbler, is in the park.