Leanyer Recreation Park
Leanyer Recreation Park
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On November 15th 2010, the YMCA proudly assumed management of the Leanyer Recreation Park. Entry is free to this fantastic venue.The Park consists of dry and wet recreational area's. There are 3 massive water slides where you can ride the water, a water park with swimming area's and a water playground, just the place to get wet and splash around in. There is also a dry play ground, a skate park, a half basketball court, BBQ's, a Cafe and lots of shaded area'sThe newly opened cafe is a great place for a coffee and a bite to eat. it also has catering available to busy mums and other organizations. menu's are available on our website.The Recreation Park is open daily from 8am to 8pm. The Water Park is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 7pm during school terms. During School Holidays we are open every day from 10am to 7pm. On Public Holidays we are also open from 10am - 7pm.
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gc g
Gold Coast, Australia366 contributions
Jul. 2023
this is a gem off the main tourist areas of Darwin. well worth a visit, plenty or fun for all ages of children, plenty of shade and play areas as well. room to have a picnic too.
Written 31 July 2023
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Sharon B
Sydney, Australia8 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
This water & recreation park was absolutely FREE. We couldn't believe it. What a great thing to have for families in the community. There was a great huge pool, splash pad and 3 x water slides. The new green waterslide was the best slide and such fun. You have to visit this place if in Darwin with families!
Written 9 July 2023
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rachel c
Darwin, Australia48 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Family
What a great way to spend the day! We took two kids (8 and 11) and they and the adults had a fantastic time. Great water slides and other places to swim/relax.
The fact that it’s free is a bonus!
The fact that it’s free is a bonus!
Written 2 January 2023
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Romania19 contributions
Mar. 2022
This place is unreal for the kids and the big kids with a pool for all age's and a splash park as well for the little kids an mum and dad and the 3 water slides for the kids as long as the kids are tall enough for the slides massive play ground plenty of space BBQ spaces as well great place and it FREE 😀 👍
Written 29 October 2022
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PickledJam
Rowland Flat, Australia7 contributions
Jul. 2022 • Family
Great free space for a picnic with shaded seating then as play area and great pool for it 5 & 8 year old. Water play was under construction at the time we visited and we’re still loved it
Written 20 July 2022
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Razi Alonso
6 contributions
Jul. 2022 • Friends
Good place to spend time with family and friends with pool, water slides, kids playground and play area.
Written 10 July 2022
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Hamish P
Brisbane, Australia70 contributions
Jun. 2022 • Family
Brilliant free family option in Darwin to both escape the heat and give the kids a great time. The slides are brilliant and the pool is fun for all. Very much a required visit when in Darwin
Written 25 June 2022
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Josh G
Ararat, Australia37 contributions
May 2022 • Family
Have recently visited this water park on my recent trip to Darwin. Condition of the water playground needs improvements as the parts of the water playground wasn’t working. Have visited this water park in the past while I was living in Darwin on short terms
Written 26 May 2022
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Nicholas F
Thame, UK30 contributions
Apr. 2022
Great swimming spot and Free! Went there in April 2022 to cool off. Great place for kids to enjoy and relax
Written 14 May 2022
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Mary
Darwin, Australia21 contributions
Nov. 2021
This is a Very impressive and free waterpark. There are water slides for all the different ages, there is a lagoon for swimming and there is the water fun part for younger children. Lifeguards are constantly patrolling all the areas which makes it very safe for children. There are free barbecues and plenty of grass to sit on. One of the best features is a play area and swing for wheelchair children. Overall a great attraction.
Written 8 February 2022
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What is the cost of going to the park for the day
Craig W
9 contributions
free entry
babmadsa
Adelaide, Australia163 contributions
hi, just wondering where this park is situated? in the CBD?
Marc Ortega
Darwin, Australia150 contributions
No, Leanyer which is 15 min drive from city.
Michelle H
19 contributions
Hi where do the cruises depart from - how far from Jabiru?
julius S
Darwin, Australia41 contributions
Ohh.. Kakadu is abt 150. km. and JAbiru is abt 220km from Darwin, Only a few Kms to Cahills crossing which is the furthest you can go without a permit. .
Good burgers at Coroborree (100km) and Bark hut ( 130km.)Cahills Crossing is teeming with crocs that you can view from the river bank at low tide. Google the exact distances.
I worked in Maningrida for a couple of years and had to use Cahills crosing frequently. Never missed seeing a croc near the crossing. Even drove (unintentionaly) over the tail of one.
LoisMV
Vineyard Haven, MA20 contributions
How to get there from CBD Darwin on public transportation?
Margriet H
Darwin, Australia442 contributions
Catch a bus to Casuarina 10 or 4, then bus to Karama or Palmerston n ask Driver where to get off. Otherwise, catch taxi from Casuarina.
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