
Picnic Area
A relaxed bushland picnic area on Mt Coot-tha — free, 4.6 stars from 160-plus reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Picnic Area is listed in Toowong, Brisbane, as a park venue suited to outdoor gatherings. Brisbane City Council describes its bookable park sites as settings for birthdays, weddings, community events, corporate functions and fun runs, with options across the city that may sit near picnic facilities, greenery, the Brisbane River or city views. The supplied information does not identify which features are available at this particular site, so visitors should confirm the location’s facilities before planning an event.
Private bookings provide exclusive use of the selected site for the booked period, with a minimum booking length of two hours. Sites are generally available between 8am and 7pm daily, although bookings apply only to the chosen area and its included facilities. Barbecues, other shelters and playgrounds cannot be reserved and remain shared with other park users.
This could suit a small celebration, family gathering or community event, provided the space meets the group’s needs. A booking application is required for exclusive private use, and Council advises applying at least five working days before the event. Commercial activities and some other uses require separate permission, including activities involving electricity, temporary structures over 15 square metres, promotional activity or events involving 500 or more people. Booking and applicable activity fees may apply, with Council assessing applications after submission.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 07:00 – 19:00
- TuesdayToday
- 07:00 – 19:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00 – 19:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 19:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 19:00
- Saturday
- 07:00 – 19:00
- Sunday
- 07:00 – 19:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 80
- Popularity
- 67
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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