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Russell Family Park
Russell Family Park
Montville
Trail type
Skill Level
0.9km
Length
Circuit
Description
Enjoy a beautiful park behind the main st (Main St) of Montville.
SUITABILITY
Suitable for walkers, prams and wheelchairs and recreational cyclists. It’s an easy grade.
HIGHLIGHTS
Wheelchair and grandfolk friendly, Family Park in Montville is just that. Perfect to stroll off all the coffee and cake and other delectables from Montville’s many main street café’s. Or take a seat and watch the ducks or grey herons on the lake or your kids in the playground. It’s right in town, so take a peek and enjoy. At certain times of year you can enjoy flowering trees. At other times, there are lots of ferns and water plants to admire.
This newly developed 7.3 ha park features a wooden band stand, a windmill, two lakes, with signed heritage walking paths and hills for children to safely roll down. At the northern end is a rainforest and a flying fox that even adults can enjoy.
AFTERWARDS
Take a picnic or BBQ supplies and enjoy a relaxed lunch in the park or stroll through Montville’s main street and revive yourself at one of the many establishments. For some more excitement head to Kondilla Falls, only 5 mins drive away.
HOW TO GET THERE
To the starting point: Head to the Montville Visitor information Centre on Main St, just past Western Avenue. At the Centre there is an off street car park. Walk or cycle though the carpark and you will find the park.
To the end point: The end point is the same as your starting point.
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Activities and facilities
Glossary
Suitable for wheelchairs- Suitable for walking
- Suitable for recreational cycling
Suitable for mountain biking
Suitable for horse riding
Suitable for kayaking
Drinking water available
No drinking water available
Barbeque on site
Picnic table on site
Toilets on site
Fires permitted
Fires prohibited
Camping permitted
Camping prohibited
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Suitable for walking
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Suitable for recreational cycling
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No drinking water available
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Barbeque on site
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Picnic table on site
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Toilets on site
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Fires prohibited
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Camping prohibited
Reviews
Review Date: 17/08/2020
A visit to the picturesque village of Montville, perched charmingly atop the Blackall Range is an absolute 'must-do' in any tourist's book. But for us locals, a visit to this boutique-y little village is an opportunity to just breathe in deeply, to inhale the fresh mountain air and to celebrate what our local region has to offer. Much to our delight, we discovered the tucked away hidden gem that is Russell Family Park - an inviting green space that can be enjoyed by families all year round. To read more about this doggy, on a leash, friendly spot, please follow the link here https://www.weekendnotes.com/russell-family-park/
Reviewed By: Elaine
Review Date: 24/05/2019
I have been to Montville a dozen times and not known this beauty was here!! Such a beautiful spot. Heaps of parking, clean and well kept facilities, lovely lake to walk around and a great park for the kids. I definitely recommend this spot for families!
Reviewed By: Jessica
Review Date: 28/11/2018
Lovely hidden spot right behind the centre of town. Play ground for the little ones, very short stroll to the shops and lake circuit walk. Dedicated community group restoring the native bushland!
Reviewed By: Kimberley
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Safety
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Always Adventure Safely!
- Always follow any local signage, it contains key information and conditions can change at any time.
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Use the trails with consideration for your abilities, be prepared for the adventure ahead:
- Be aware of the weather conditions, found here: http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/.
- Always wear appropriate clothing, focus on good footwear.
- Always bring more water than you think you will need.
- Be Sun Safe!
- Always let someone know where you are going that isn’t going with you.
- Just getting started try this site for good useful information: https://www.trailhiking.com.au/hike-safety/
- Sunshine Coast Council does it’s best to maintain current information but things can change so always be aware that a trail may not be as listed in this guide, and report and issues via our feedback link.
Maintenance and Enquiries
Sunshine Coast Council
For any issues with this experience please contact:
Sunshine Coast Council via 07 5475 7272 or via e-mail: adventure@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
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