What makes it 75% Couple-Friendly: Shaded picnic lawns, riverside walks and sunset views create relaxed date moments with free barbecues and a coffee kiosk, but family crowds at peak times reduce privacy.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: 2–3 hours lets you picnic, stroll the riverfront path, and explore heritage artifacts without rushing.
Riverside picnic:
Cook on free electric barbecues under gum trees at the Western Lawn.
Tip: Arrive before midday on weekends to claim a riverside table.
Riverside promenade stroll or cycle:
Follow the flat 800 m riverfront path for water views and fresh air.
Tip: Bring your own bike or link to the Western Freeway Bikeway for a longer ride.
Explore industrial heritage:
Wander through three park zones to see old cement-works relics and history panels.
Tip: Download the park map beforehand to locate each signage installation.
Coffee and snacks at the kiosk:
Grab a coffee or cold drink near the jumping pillow.
Tip: Open daily 5:30 am–7 pm; try the local roast blend.

Arvind Chovatia
Rocks Riverside Park is a great place to visit year-round. It has a spacious playground, plenty of shady spots, BBQ facilities, and lots of trees that make it perfect for a relaxing day out. Kids love the open space and activities, and it’s ideal for family gatherings or casual weekend outings. Highly recommended! Beautiful park with something for everyone! Highly recommended!
Christine Cunningham
Great place for family bbqs(takes forever though) plenty of shaded areas for parties. Lots of paths for walking, running or kiddies riding their bikes. There's a kiosk there and a water park that is opening up in December. There's a big jumping pillow for the kids to enjoy. The river runs along the park as well. Great day out.
Olivia Watson
Great park for kids with multiple play areas. A large section in the middle of the park is currently under construction though, including the whole waterplay area, which was a shame to discover after travelling here, plus there's a fair amount of construction noise. Signs say it'll be closed until at least Dec 2025. Plenty still to do though including both playgrounds, a huge jumping pillow and a ...
Genevieve Soo Choon
Fun! Water play wasn't on when we went there, just the little rock pools but we still had a great time. There is a beautiful huge tree with a large canopy and a deck below with seats where you can have lunch or dry off after swim. The play ground is geared to older kids, over 5 because of the height of some of the drops but there is also a little kids playground which is totally shaded by trees! T...
M S (Nagmum)
Great park for the family outing. Large beautiful park has children playground, water play area, picnic tables and BBQ, public toilet. It's lovely place to spend time for walking, picnic, and relaxing!
In summer, cool off with riverside breezes and plan your picnic near shaded lawns. In winter, enjoy crisp early-morning walks with clear river vistas.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Electric barbecue use | AUD 0 |
| Picnic groceries for two | AUD 25 |
| Coffee and snacks | AUD 10 |
| Total Estimated | AUD 35 |
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Address: Counihan Rd, Seventeen Mile Rocks QLD 4073, Australia
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