Wangal Reserve in Mortlake, which opened in December 2020, is an absolutely fantastic playground. This $1.7 million project provides an abundance of inclusive playspace, creative detail and wonderful play opportunity in a beautiful natural setting. By car, the trip is approximately 15-20mins but if you’re looking for Parent-of-the-year award, why not visit via car ferry! Also known as the Putney Punt, this FREE 5 minute trip across the river is the only remaining punt in Sydney so is well worth a go. Here’s more info on the Putney Punt.
Set upon the Parramatta River, Wangal Reserve is the latest public greenspace upgraded by City of Canada Bay. The upgrade provides:
- a new nature-themed playground
- toilets
- replacement jetty
- beach access
- accessible pathways
- new plantings
- upgraded picnic facilities
- a renewed barbeque
- Indigenous-inspired artworks
- timber bridge
- waterplay on a dry creek bed
- carved timber totem poles
- a timber and rope agility course
- flying fox
- large timber swing
- accessible carousel
- a timber boat
- balance beams
- log steppers and stilt walk
- and more!
Getting There
Wangal Reserve is located at 38A Hilly St, Mortlake. There is a dedicated park area as well as street parking.
RDM Rating
Age range: 1-10
Coffee close by: no – 0
Shade sails: No – 0
Bike/scooter track: Yes – 1
Noteworthy feature/s: Big + Putney Punt access – 1
Can host a party (BBQ, tables, toilets): 1
Gated / safe: Yes – 1
TOTAL: 4 / 6