Journey north along the Scarborough Foreshore are you will find Jamieson Park. This large grassy park overlooks the water and has plenty of amenities, including an accessible toilet block, playground with carousel, street parking, and covered picnic areas.
Enjoy a packed lunch or BBQ amid the palm trees and gardens, and then take in the fresh air along the waterfront pathway with uninterrupted views of Moreton Bay and Deception Bay. It’s the perfect location for spotting local marine life and watching water sports.
Stay and play
Jamieson Park features an unfenced, chip bark playground with equipment and an accessible carousel. Wheelchair users can get in on the fun and enjoy this picturesque playground by the Bay.
Sealed concrete pathways wind throughout the shaded park, connecting the play area to the accessible toilet block, parking, and foreshore. Navigation is easy, with plenty of amenities and rest areas with seating available.
Moreton Bay Marine Park
Dolphins, dugongs, and whales (migrating between June to October) are known to frequent the waters of Moreton Bay and the marine park. Keep an eye out for these incredible animals, as well as local birdlife. Visibility across the water is excellent from both a seated and standing position.
Another viewing spot is available a few minutes’ walk away on Second Avenue at Tingira Park. This small green stretch offers lush grass and shaded seating areas.
Nearby venues/Food & drink:
The below venues are located within a short driving distance of Jamieson Park.
Castaway Koala Café (13 Thurecht Parade, Scarborough)
Sea Salt & Vine (Reef Point Esplanade, Scarborough)
Moreton Bay Boat Club (Bird O’Passage Parade)
Morgan’s Seafood (Bird O’Passage Parade)
Tempest Seafood Restaurant and Teppanyaki Grill (Boat Harbour, Bird O’Passage Parade)
Bay Boats (439 Scarborough Road)
Sensory Considerations
Tactile:
- Grassy picnic areas
- Trees and plants
- Concrete pathway
- Playground with colourful, moving parts
Visual:
- Water views of Moreton Bay, Deception Bay and Glasshouse Mountains
- Trees, grass, gardens
- Local wildlife and birds
Auditory:
- Sounds of the ocean: moving water, waves, and gentle lapping against the shore
- Bird calls, including shorebirds and water birds
- Some road noise and local traffic
NOTE: Some of the grassed areas at Jamieson Park are bookable through Council for private events. This may impact parking availability and increase pedestrian traffic. This should be taken into consideration for those sensitive to crowds and noise.
Address
Reef Point Esplanade, Scarborough