🌿 A ripper little park for a shady arvo, just watch the steep bits, mate!

Douglas Smith Memorial Park Glenbrook - Shady Local Spot with Cafe Nearby - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Douglas Smith Memorial Park in Glenbrook offers a quiet, shady spot for locals looking for a relaxed outdoor arvo. While the park is a bit overgrown and has some graffiti, it provides a peaceful environment with natural shade. The terrain is a little steep, so it suits families comfortable with a bit of a climb. Although the park lacks toilets, a nice clean cafe nearby offers a friendly place to grab a brekkie or cuppa. This spot is best for locals wanting a low-key park visit rather than a full-on playground experience.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	20 Station St, Glenbrook NSW 2773, Australia
⭐ Rating	3.6/5 (11 reviews)
🏙️ City	Glenbrook
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	parking cafe shade

🕐 Opening Hours

Day	Hours
Wednesday	Open 24 hours
Thursday	Open 24 hours
Friday	Open 24 hours
Saturday	Open 24 hours
Sunday	Open 24 hours
Monday	Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Open 24 hours

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Shady Natural Spot Perfect for a Chill Arvo 🌳

Douglas Smith Memorial Park is a bit of a hidden gem for those who enjoy a shady, natural setting. The park’s greenery provides plenty of shade, making it a great spot to escape the harsh Aussie sun. While the terrain is a bit steep in places, it adds a nice touch of bushland feel to the area. It’s not a manicured park, but the natural vibe is perfect for families wanting a quiet spot to relax or have a picnic in the shade. Just be ready for a bit of a climb, but the peaceful surroundings make it worth the effort.

Nearby Cafe and Parking Make Visits Easy ☕🚗

One of the perks of Douglas Smith Memorial Park is the nearby clean cafe where you can grab a friendly brekkie or arvo cuppa, which is a bonus since the park itself lacks toilet facilities. Parking is available, making it easy to pop in for a quick visit or a relaxed afternoon. The cafe adds a nice community feel, and locals appreciate the friendly service. Just remember to plan ahead for loo stops, as the park doesn’t have public toilets, but the convenience of the cafe nearby helps fill that gap.

Things to Keep in Mind When Visiting ⚠️

The park is a bit overgrown and has some graffiti, which might not be ideal for all families looking for a pristine playground. Also, there are no public toilets on-site, so plan accordingly. The terrain is a little steep, so it might be tricky for prams or very young kids. If you’re after better facilities, other parks nearby might suit you more. Still, if you’re after a shady, quiet spot with a friendly cafe close by, this park can be a nice local arvo hangout.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Good park bit over grown and graffitied but needs a toilet otherwise would have been ideal
A little steep but nice and shady.
Decent local park. Better facilities nearby
nice clean cafe and friendly people
needs a toilet otherwise would have been ideal