🌿 A ripper spot for a chill arvo with the kids, peacocks, and a snag on the barbie, mate!

Macintosh Island Park Main Beach - Family-Friendly Nature Escape - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Macintosh Island Park in Main Beach is a beaut family-friendly spot with heaps of shade, playgrounds, and picnic areas. The park is famous for its free-roaming peacocks and abundant birdlife, making it a top choice for nature lovers and kids alike. With clean toilets, BBQ facilities, plenty of parking, and easy access to the beach, it’s perfect for a relaxed arvo or a kids’ birthday bash. The peaceful walking tracks and water features add to the charm, offering a lovely escape from the hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Main Beach Parade, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 415 986 923
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4.6/5 (764 reviews)
🏙️ City	Main Beach
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	playground public toilets bbq picnic shelter parking bubbler walk run path

🕐 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 winner for families with kids. Reviews mention multiple playgrounds that keep the little ones busy, making it a top spot for birthday parties and casual play. There’s plenty of shade to keep the sun off the bub, and picnic tables nearby so you can easily keep an eye on the ankle-biters while you enjoy a snag on the barbie. Clean toilets and good seating mean it’s comfy for the whole crew. Plus, the little stream running through the park is a hit with kids who love getting their feet wet and exploring nature.

Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

Macintosh Island Park offers a peaceful, scenic escape right near the beach. The park features a large pond, shady trees, and lovely walking tracks that invite you to slow down and soak in the fresh air. The water features and little streams add a magical touch, perfect for a relaxing stroll or a quiet moment on one of the many benches. The bridge crossing to the surf beach is a bonus, letting you easily combine park time with some beach fun. It’s a serene spot that locals and tourists alike rave about for its natural beauty.

Wildlife Wonders: Peacocks & More 🦚

One of the standout features of this park is the thriving population of peacocks roaming freely, which has become a real crowd-pleaser. Visitors love spotting these colourful birds along with ducks, geese, and even a curlew. The park’s natural water features and hidden nooks create a perfect habitat for these feathered locals. It’s a unique experience for kids and adults alike to watch the birds in their suburban paradise, making it a special place to connect with nature right in Main Beach.

Easy Access & Handy Facilities 🚗

Macintosh Island Park scores well on convenience with plenty of parking spots and easy access from Main Beach Parade and Tedder Avenue. Clean and well-stocked public toilets are dotted around, along with bubblers for a quick drink. The park has several BBQs and picnic shelters, making it a great place for a sausage sizzle or a laid-back family lunch. The paths are easy to navigate, suitable for prams and strollers, and there’s heaps of shaded seating to rest your legs after a walk or play session.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

a great place to hang out, go for a stroll, have a Bbq, check out the peacocks or the giants cave! Heaps of shade, lots of playgrounds, clean toilets and plenty of parking.
Good for kids. Bins are located a bit far from the sitting areas. Playground to keep kids busy. Good for birthday party.
Lovely park
Lovely walk
Surprised to see about 12 peacocks!
Plenty of seating around, BBQs, water, toilets. Saw a 10yr Olds’ Birthday party in full force by the little stream that runs thru the park.
Good park for walk and watch birds 🦢
A nice park and walking track inhabited by a pond with ducks and peacocks.
Toilets are clean (and well stocked with tp) BBQs clean. Plenty of seating areas. Playgrounds for the kiddies.
Plenty of Parking and plenty of ‘shade’ for the tourists and locals.
Lots of trees, birdlife, peacocks and streams in this lovely parkland close to Main Beach.
Ample parking