The Bicentennial Park is an oasis in the middle of one of Australia’s busiest cities. Located in Dee Why, NSW, this park was completed and opened to the public on January 26th, 1988. The Bicentennial Park has become a popular Sydney attraction for locals as well as tourists who are visiting New South Wales.
This park is 150 hectares and is the perfect size for a day of exploring. The park in Dee Why area has three natural lakes, cycling tracks, skate parks, playgrounds, and beautiful gardens with picnic spots to enjoy your lunch in peace.
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A few facts about this park are:
- It is the largest public land in Sydney.
- The Bicentennial Park has become a popular spot for kite flying and picnics.
- It’s not just kids that enjoy playing, bikes are another big favorite with those visiting!
There is plenty of space to ride your bike with loops of dedicated trails as well as quiet roads where cyclists can cycle at their own pace. You’ll also find picnic spots scattered around so you can have lunch under trees or by one of the lakes while enjoying some beautiful views from near and far. On weekends there are often people riding horses through the fields too which always makes for an extra special visit to our city’s green lungs. Remember to pack water and a snack or lunch for your day out at The Bicentennial Park.
The park has three natural lakes, cycling tracks, skate parks, and plenty of picnic spots. There are also loops dedicated to cyclists so it will be easy to find the perfect route for you from beginner cyclists up to those who like fast-paced rides. If bikes aren’t your thing then there’s always horse riding which is available on weekends too! You’ll need water and snacks or packed lunch with you though as there isn’t much in terms of cafes nearby but that just makes it all the more enjoyable when eaten next to one of Sydney’s beautiful lakes without having any distractions around.
Every season brings something different to this lovely green space: spring sees horses grazing while summer brings a cacophony of bird song and autumn is full of colours that can’t be beat.
some tips for visiting the park are:
- pack plenty of water and snacks/lunch as there aren’t any cafes nearby.
- bring a fishing rod if you want to try your luck in one of the lakes, but don’t forget some worms!
- bring your bike if you want to cycle around the park.
- take some time out for a picnic and enjoy off-road cycling or horse riding on weekends
If you’re looking for something fun and different then head down to this oasis in Sydney’s busy lifestyle where it will always feel like summer thanks to flowers blooming each season adding their scent into the mix.