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Thanks for your patience over the next few weeks while we clean up fallen trees after the recent storms. Find out more about free storm related waste drop offs at the Knox Transfer Station and extra bin collections.

Parks and reserves

There are over 300 parks, reserves and playing fields in the City of Knox that cater for all types of leisure activities.

About our recreation spaces

Our parks and reserves feature a broad range of facilities for all ages, abilities and recreation activities. 

At times, some of these facilities will be used by specific clubs and groups for training and/or organised sporting games, with a relevant tenant permit.

Playgrounds

We have over 200 playgrounds for children in Knox. Find your local playground.

Skate and BMX parks

Two of our parks feature dedicated skate and BMX facilities. You can find them at:

Outdoor exercise equipment

A number of parks and reserves within Knox contain outdoor gym equipment.

Dog parks

Learn more about dog play areas where you can exercise your dog off leash.

Bushland reserves

Residents can experience nature and learn more about our wildlife and local biodiversity at any of our 70 bushland reserves.

Sports and active reserves

In several reserves across Knox there are dedicated active sporting facilities, including:

  • ovals
  • pavilions
  • cricket nets.

At times, these will be used by specific clubs and groups for training and/or organised games.

Personal training in parks

Personal trainers and outdoor fitness groups who run programs in any of our parks must have a personal training permit.

Improving our parks and reserves

Council undertakes planning, design and construction works in our parks on an annual basis.

These works are carried out according to the Knox Open Space Plan 2012-2022 and are funded through our Capital Works Program.

We encourage you to have your say on our future parks upgrades and works.

Works access to Council reserves

If you need to carry out work on Council owned or managed land, you need a Council reserve access permit

Need help?

Contact us and we will come back to you.

Or call our Customer Service team on 9298 8000.

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