🌿 A ripper spot for the whole mob – playgrounds, dog runs, and beaut gardens to explore!

Mansfield Botanic Park Mansfield - Family Fun & Scenic Gardens - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Mansfield Botanic Park is a top-notch family-friendly spot boasting a great playground with flying foxes and water play areas for kids of all ages. The park features scenic walking tracks along Fords Creek, beautifully maintained gardens including native and Aboriginal plants, and a large off-leash dog area. With clean toilets, BBQ facilities, and ample parking just a short stroll from the town centre, it’s perfect for casual arvos, family gatherings, or a peaceful walk with your furry mates. The park’s mix of nature, play, and community vibe makes it a favourite local gem.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Mansfield VIC 3722, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 3 5775 8555
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4.6/5 (131 reviews)
🏙️ City	Australia
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	playground public toilets bbq parking dog off leash area walking 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 ✅

If you’re after a bonza spot to keep the ankle biters entertained, Mansfield Botanic Park has you sorted. The playground is a standout with dual flying foxes and a water play park, perfect for kids of all ages to have a blast. Parents will appreciate the clean, well-maintained equipment and plenty of space for the little ones to run around safely. It’s a real crowd-pleaser for families passing through or locals looking for a fun arvo. Plus, the nearby BBQ area means you can easily pack a picnic and make a day of it.

Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

Mansfield Botanic Park is a beaut place to stretch your legs and soak in some peaceful scenery. The gardens showcase a mix of native and introduced plants, including a culturally significant Aboriginal plant section and a stunning wisteria archway. Walking tracks meander alongside Fords Creek, offering a relaxing stroll with plenty of spots to admire sculptures and well-kept greenery. Even during drier spells, the park’s charm shines through, making it a lovely spot for a quiet wander or a casual catch-up with mates.

Chill Out Zones & BBQs for the Whole Family 🍖

Looking for a laid-back spot to enjoy a feed and some downtime? This park has a neat BBQ area and picnic shelters that are perfect for family gatherings or a casual catch-up with friends. The grounds are spacious enough to give everyone their own patch to relax, whether you’re chilling under shady trees or watching the kids play. Clean toilets and plenty of parking nearby add to the convenience, making it a hassle-free spot to spend a leisurely arvo.

Easy Access & Family-Friendly Amenities 🚗

Mansfield Botanic Park scores high on convenience with heaps of parking spots and clean public toilets, including well-maintained amenity blocks. It’s just a short 5-minute walk from the town centre, accessible via a pleasant trail, making it easy to pop in for a quick visit or a longer stay. Families will appreciate the thoughtful layout and facilities that cater well to both kids and dog owners alike.

Dog-Friendly Spaces for the Whole Family 🐾

If you’ve got furry mates in tow, this park is a real winner. There’s a large off-leash dog area where pups can run free and socialise safely. Plenty of locals bring their dogs along, making it a friendly and welcoming spot for dog lovers. The mix of open space and walking paths means both kids and dogs can enjoy themselves without getting in each other’s way.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Such a lovely park. Toilets, great playground for kids including flying foxes.
Lovely place for a walk with the dog. Be nice if the trees were labelled with the variety.
Mansfield Botanic Park is a beautiful spot for a relaxing day out with family and friends.
A nice playground with a dual flying fox, water play park, and other equipment for kids of all ages and an oval in the garden.
Great playground for the kids just tops.
Great place to walk the dog off lead. Also some lovely trees and really well kept gardens.
A good BBQ area in the park & the washrooms too.
The grounds were very nice with very clean amenity block.
Dogs off lead .friendly people
Easy walk from town centre to get here.