The recent upgrading of this park makes it one of the best equipped of all the parks along the…read moreWynnum, Manly and Lota foreshore. It's right at the end of the Esplanade, so has a great view over the bay to Straddie and also around to Wellington Point. It has a huge new playground, with shadesails, slides, forts and timber walkways. It also has very nice new picnic tables and barbecues, accessible toilets, shared walkway/bikeway and a seperate area with fitness equipment for anyone keen to do some circuit training. Oh, and obviously these days you can't camp at all; this name is an historical reference to its turn of the century popularity as a holiday camping spot by the bay.

The Flats, or Des Connor Park as it is officially known, is a large block of land owned by Marist…read moreCollege Ashgrove. Depending on the time of year the park is usually filled with kids playing rugby, soccer, AFL or cricket. When there isn't an official game being played, however, the fields are open for anyone to use and they generally get a pretty good work out. Given the large amount of room available the Flats are able to accommodate large groups of people and you will never feel short of space. Intended to be used primarily as playing fields this is not the place to go for a family picnic given there is no shade or seating aside from the wooden logs that line one side. That is not to say the Flats is completely one dimensional as it is a favourite route for walkers and cyclists as the paved path is nicely shaded and lined on one side by a trickling creek. So whether you're looking to throw down a few bouncers on one of the concrete cricket pitches, line up a few place kicks or just go for a leisurely stroll, the Flats would be a good option.

The J C Slaughter Falls Picnic Area is at the base of Mt Coot-tha, west of Brisbane CBD. There are…read morea number of wood fire BBQ's available to be used, as well as nearby tables which are perfect for a BBQ or picnic, and taps for water. To get there, get onto Sir Samuel Griffith Drive, but rather than driving up to the Lookout, stay on the road and follow it around until you see the signs for the J C Slaughter Falls. There are a number of car park areas as well as toilets open from 6am-7pm. A short walk in from the car park and toilets, you'll find the Picnic Area, a luscious green flat area, where all the BBQ's and tables are. A little further in there's a Bush Chapel area. It's an open air chapel with a sandstone pulpit and log seating on a concrete base. There's seating available for 30-40 people, and would be a fantastic space for an outdoor wedding. And if you're feeling adventurous after your picnic, walk up the Summit Track - 3.8km return trip, which takes about an hour to complete.

J C Slaughter Falls is a killer place for an outdoor feast. It really is the woodfire barbecues…read morethat make this picnic area the best of all of the ones in the general Mt Cootha reserve area. I personally enjoy the rustic experience of having to build a fire to cook my snags on. I knew those girl scout skills would come in handy at some stage. There are heaps of facilities around so you won't have to defend your barbecue against other groups of people. There's a stream that you can have a bit of a splash in, and there's space enough for a game of footy or cricket (or interpretive dance, or whatever it is you want to do in a park). You can take a short walk (less than 1km) to the falls, or take a longer walk to the Mt Cootha Summit. Stretch before you start. For those of you looking for outdoor venues to hold particular events in, you might be interested in the bush chapel. It's a very cool rustic looking sandstone structure set amid the bush that would be perfect for a suitably quaint, el natural event. I'm thinking weddings, really. I don't know what the name is about really, but it sounds like its worthy of Hollywood horror type stories. What's the story behind Slaughter falls? Whoever makes up the best story will win..... the knowledge that they're more creative than, say..... me. Just go there for a nice time, ok?

Looking for a nice, inexpensive, laid-back way to spend an evening? Leave bars and restaurants…read morebehind, take a bottle of wine, some cheese and a picnic blanket up to Highgate Hill Park and enjoy the view of Brisbane's cityscape. With a gazebo perched at the top of the park, this is easily one of the most beautiful spots in Brisbane.

"Be as true to each other as this dial is to this sun" reads the inscription on the sun dial at…read morethis little patch of green near the apex of Highgate Hill. A nice sentiment for a nice park, which serves as a favourite spot for locals to view the Riverfire spectacular and other fireworks displays throughout the year. It's also a popular spot for couples and groups to populate with a picnic rug and basket to enjoy some food and drink over views of the sunset. Recently they established a community garden here, growing a variety of herbs, chillies and what look like lime trees.

They get the most of their natural features around here. The cliffs are impressive viewed from…read moreafar. Up close, separated bike and pedestrian paths run across land and occasionally boardwalks over the length of the cliffs, passing picnicking sites and athletic facilities along the way. A couple of sets of stairs scale the cliffs if you want a workout, which the people of Brisbane seem to because there are tons of workout classes on the parklands atop the cliffs, as well as some broad views of the city. Transit access is a little weaker than some other local spots, with only one stop on the slower of the Brisbane boat services (the faster CityCat skips this area completely for some reason), and few buses to be had even on the top side. But if you want to traverse the area on the ground, you'll find nice things.

Things I would prefer to do when visiting the Kangaroo Point Cliffs:…read more1. Lay in a part shade-part sun grassy knoll overlooking the river on a picnic blanket. 2. Sip one of Brisbane's best iced coffees from the Cliffs Cafe 3. Stand at the top of Kangaroo Point Cliffs and look at the beautiful view of the city I call home and think, "You know what? We're pretty lucky." Things I actually did while recently at Kangaroo Point Cliffs and won't admit I may actually have enjoyed: 1. Run the infamous Kangaroo Point Cliff stairs along with other crazy (sorry, FIT) people on a Sunday morning. I only made it twice before my legs became an ad for aeroplane jelly and said, "heck no you're not doing that again." But somehow I find myself craving a visit again this coming Sunday to better my record. INSANITY. Jokes aside my points are this: Kangaroo Point Cliffs is one of our cities best vantage points to take it all in. To appreciate our beautiful city and see the views from Southbank to past the Story Bridge. To take in some outdoor activities including rock climbing if you're with a Riverlife group or to cycle your way along the river front. To gather the weekend papers, a picnic blanket and a take away coffee to lay on the grass and read the day away. It is also a pretty nifty spot to enjoy the NYE fireworks and/or listen to concerts happening at Riverstage.

Wow, this park is pretty huge, but then again it does happen to be a river-side inner-city park so…read moreI probably shouldn't be all that surprised. In fact it makes a pretty nice end to the river-side walk that I took when I was last in Brisbane, and the park itself really does bring that trip to a lovely conclusion. There is quite a lot of shade, and also there is a converted factory to one side, which cafes and a bar. Yeah, this place is pretty good.

Just the best park in the Central Brisbane area. Beautiful gardens, roses, shady trees, great kids…read moreplay area. The Brisbane Powerhouse, Watt Restaurant and Bar Alto right on the park. Plus the beautiful river with a Citycat Terminal and Bus Stop right there. Always busy on weekends and find weather. The Rotunda is used for Weddings and small gatherings. Personal trainers, tai chi instructors use the large grassed areas. And there is a wonderful range of new bbq's and seating down by the river. Visit it often as the roses seem to go all year. The Farmers Market is there every second Saturday and it booms! Take a picnic, a ball, a kite, there is plenty of room. It's flat so easy for the elderly, it's also right there for the Free music or comedy from the Powerhouse. And you can keep walking along from the Park using the fabulous riverwalk all the way to Teneriffe. Just the best spot in Brissie for a weekend.

As far as venue goes its quite adequate, set in an attractive location at the top of the QUT…read moreCampus near the Botanic Gardens. Compared to venues like QPAC and La Boîte it's quite small but intimate. There is a small bar and other essential amenities as well as a box office.

Secret's out. Or only Yelpers will know…read more This is the best place for families to view all things fireworks in the sky Brisbane. Forget going to Southbank with the 500,000 people apparently... forget going to Kangaroo Point... still a gadzillion people. The Captain Burke Park is still busy, but you can get a great spot, sitting right under the Story Bridge, full view of everything. They have activities for kids during 'event days' they have food stalls... actually it's getting pretty popular. But no where near the other hot spots. You don't have to get here sparrow's.... and wait all day with whingy kids until the night time when the crowds come to secure your highly coveted spot. You can turn up at 5-6pm and still enjoy the music, the activities the food and sit your blanket down bring some chairs and enjoy the night show.

This park is a gem, hidden away under the Storey Bridge. A great place to kick a ball around, or…read moreromantic wine and cheese with your loved one alongside the river. Check out the website for all the features.