Carss Bush Park
Carss Bush Park is a 20-hectare nature reserve and urban park in Blakehurst NSW 2221, overlooking Kogarah Bay and the Georges River. Its standout feature is a sheltered beach with shark nets, alongside a large playground, covered picnic tables and a separate BBQ area.
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About Carss Bush Park
Playground at Carss Bush Park
Carss Bush Park has a large playground with equipment for small and older children. The playground includes an enclosed variety swing, and part of it is sheltered by shade sails. Large trees provide additional shade across the park. Scooters and skateboards are not allowed in the play area. Carss Bush Park also has plenty of grassy areas beside the playground, and footpaths run throughout the park to link them. The playground sits near the newly renovated Carss Park Café & Grill. Carss Bush Park's shaded playground and grassy areas give young visitors room to play.
Beach and Waterside Setting at Carss Bush Park
Carss Bush Park has a sheltered beach protected by shark nets. The beach has no waves, and its dark brown sand is almost black underneath, which makes it good for sandcastles. Carss Bush Park overlooks Kogarah Bay and the Georges River. The park also contains a tidal pool, sandstone walls and remnants of native vegetation that predate European settlement. Carss Bush Park is valued as a recreation area. The park and beach can be windy, so visitors should bring a windbreaker, especially in cooler months.
Picnic and BBQ Areas at Carss Bush Park
Carss Bush Park has plenty of covered picnic tables for group meals. Carss Bush Park also has a separate BBQ area for cooking. The park has toilets for visitors. The grassy areas and sheltered beach give picnickers extra space to spread out. Large trees across Carss Bush Park provide shade, which helps shelter picnic groups during warm weather. Carss Bush Park's picnic and BBQ facilities make it a practical choice for a shared meal outdoors.
Facilities at Carss Bush Park
Visitor tips for Carss Bush Park
- ✓Scooters and skateboards are not allowed in the playground, so plan for children to walk or ride on the footpaths instead.
- ✓Bring a windbreaker, especially in cooler months, because the park and beach can be windy.
- ✓Use the shade sails and large trees at the playground to stay cool on warm days.
- ✓The beach has no waves and dark sand that is good for sandcastles, so pack a bucket and spade.
- ✓Allow 2–3 hours for a visit to cover the playground, beach and picnic areas.
- ✓Park at the free nearby carpark or the Bunyala Street parking area in Blakehurst, and walk in.
Getting to Carss Bush Park
74 Carwar Avenue, Carss Park NSW 2221. A separate parking area is on Bunyala Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221. Free parking is available at a nearby carpark.
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- 📍Carss Park Café & Grill
- 📍Kogarah War Memorial Olympic Swimming Pool
- 📍Kogarah Bay
- 📍Georges River
Frequently asked questions about Carss Bush Park
Is Carss Bush Park in Blakehurst good for a family day out?
Carss Bush Park offers a large playground, a sheltered beach with shark nets, covered picnic tables and a separate BBQ area. Toilets are available on site. Visitors can plan for about 2–3 hours to enjoy these facilities.
Does Carss Bush Park have a playground for young kids?
Carss Bush Park has a large playground with equipment for small and older children. The playground includes an enclosed variety swing, and part of it is sheltered by shade sails. Scooters and skateboards are not allowed in the play area.
Is there parking at Carss Bush Park, and is it free?
Free parking is available at a nearby carpark. Carss Bush Park also has a parking area on Bunyala Street in Blakehurst NSW 2221.
What are the opening hours for Carss Bush Park?
Carss Bush Park is open all day and open all year. Visitors can come at any time of day throughout the year.
Are there BBQ facilities at Carss Bush Park?
Carss Bush Park has a separate BBQ area for cooking. Covered picnic tables are also available nearby for group meals.
Are there walking trails or bushwalking paths in Carss Bush Park?
Carss Bush Park has footpaths throughout the park and a long bike track on the outskirts. The park also includes bushland, and it is a 20-hectare nature reserve and urban park.