🌿 A ripper arvo spot for the fam, with shady playgrounds and river views, mate!

Ken Fletcher Park Tennyson - Riverside Playground & Family Spot - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Ken Fletcher Park in Tennyson is a charming riverside park perfect for families with kids from toddlers to teens. The playground features climbing zones, slides, swings, and a sandpit that the little ones adore. There's a small water feature that adds to the fun, plus picnic and BBQ areas for a relaxed family arvo. Visitors appreciate the shady spots and benches overlooking the playground, making it easy to keep an eye on the kids. The park also offers lovely river views and a touch of local history with plaques about the old power station once on site. Parking can be tight on busy days, but the peaceful atmosphere and kid-friendly facilities make it a top choice for locals.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	167 King Arthur Terrace, Tennyson QLD 4105, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 7 3403 8888
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4.6/5 (423 reviews)
🏙️ City	Tennyson
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	playground swings slides sandpit bbq picnic shelter public toilets parking bubbler

🕐 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

Family Playground Fun ✅

This park is a real treat for the ankle-biters, with a cracking playground featuring climbing zones, slides, swings, and a sandpit that kids just love. There's even a small water feature that adds a splash of excitement on warmer days. Parents will appreciate the shady spots and benches right next to the playground, perfect for keeping an eye on the little rascals while they play. It caters well to a wide age range, from toddlers to teens, making it a solid choice for families looking for a fun arvo out. Just watch out for muddy patches after rain and stick to the paths to keep the kids clean.

Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

Ken Fletcher Park sits right on the riverbank, offering a peaceful and calming walk area with lovely views of the water. The setting is quiet and historic, with plaques telling the story of the old power station that once stood here, adding a bit of Aussie heritage to your visit. It’s a great spot to kick back and enjoy a bit of serenity away from the hustle and bustle. The shady trees and benches overlooking the playground and river make it a perfect place to relax while the kids have a blast.

Family-Friendly Facilities & Easy Access 🚗

The park is well equipped with public toilets, bubblers for a quick drink, and plenty of picnic shelters and BBQ spots for a laid-back family feed. Parking is available but can be quite limited on busy days, so it’s best to arrive early or plan for a bit of a walk if you’ve got little legs. The playground and toilets are a bit older and could use some maintenance, but overall the facilities support a comfortable and convenient visit for families. Plus, it’s right next to the Pat Rafter Tennis Centre if you fancy a bit of sport action.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Adorable ship shape playground next to the river. Glorious shade.
Nice park and playground. Great for a BBQ. Small water feature which the kids loved.
Beautiful climbing zone, slides, sandpit and swings for kids.
Plenty of car parks, water taps and toilets nearby.
The walk area is very calming with a beautiful view of the river.
Great park for kids from toddler age to teen. My kids love there.
The playground and toilet is older and under maintained but the scenery and location is nice.
Great place for family time.
Great little spot for fishing off the jetty, although mossies come out at night.
Right next to pat rafter tennis centre.