Best Parks in Mentone Melbourne — 2026 Guide

The best parks scene in Mentone is growing every year. Start at The Tall Quarter, then check out The Lucky Social. Bayside suburb with strong independent community identity. Located 20km from the CBD, Mentone is part of Melbourne’s Bayside region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Mentone locals actually recommend.

1. Mentone Green

Size: 20 hectares Features: bike paths, BBQ facilities, amphitheatre Best for: families with kids

Mentone Green is one of Mentone’s most underrated green spaces. At 20 hectares, it has enough room for families having BBQ lunch on Sundays, dog walkers using the off-leash area, and kids on the bike paths after school — all without feeling crowded. The bike paths is well-maintained and the BBQ facilities gets solid use on weekends. Street parking is usually fine.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is just over 2km and flat — good for prams and wheelchairs. The best time to visit is weekday mornings when it is quiet. Toilets are available near the main entrance.

Insider tip: The park hosts a community event on the first Saturday of each month.

2. Mia Recreation Reserve

Size: 2 hectares Features: tennis courts, community garden, picnic shelters Best for: families with kids

Mia Recreation Reserve is one of Mentone’s most underrated green spaces. At 2 hectares, it has enough room for weekend cricket and soccer games, elderly walkers doing their daily circuit, and families having BBQ lunch on Sundays — all without feeling crowded. The tennis courts is recently upgraded and the community garden gets solid use on weekends. There is a car park at the main entrance.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is just over 2km and gently undulating with some shade. Sunset walks here are genuinely beautiful. The playground was upgraded in 2023 and is one of the better ones in the area.

Insider tip: The park hosts a community event on the first Saturday of each month.

3. Mentone Park

Size: 12 hectares Features: toilet facilities, war memorial, netball courts, soccer pitch Best for: morning joggers

Mentone Park is one of Mentone’s best-maintained green spaces. At 12 hectares, it has enough room for fitness bootcamps on weekday mornings, families having BBQ lunch on Sundays, and dog walkers using the off-leash area — all without feeling crowded. The toilet facilities is excellent and the war memorial was upgraded in 2024. Street parking is usually fine.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is roughly 800 metres and sealed path suitable for cycling. Sunset walks here are genuinely beautiful. There is a drinking fountain near the car park.

Insider tip: There is a hidden bench near the back corner with the best view in Mentone.

4. Remy Reserve

Size: 5 hectares Features: walking trails, amphitheatre, war memorial, basketball court, netball courts, fitness equipment Best for: weekend picnics

Remy Reserve is one of Mentone’s busiest green spaces. At 5 hectares, it has enough room for fitness bootcamps on weekday mornings, kids on the walking trails after school, and morning joggers doing laps by 6am — all without feeling crowded. The walking trails is popular with locals and the amphitheatre gets solid use on weekends. Street parking is usually fine.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is about 1.5km and flat — good for prams and wheelchairs. If it has rained recently, bring boots — the trails get muddy. The playground was upgraded in 2023 and is one of the better ones in the area.

Insider tip: The north side of the park gets afternoon sun in winter — best spot for a picnic.

5. Hill Bush Reserve

Size: 20 hectares Features: picnic shelters, amphitheatre, tennis courts, lake or pond, off-leash dog area Best for: families with kids

Hill Bush Reserve is one of Mentone’s most spacious green spaces. At 20 hectares, it has enough room for fitness bootcamps on weekday mornings, families having BBQ lunch on Sundays, and elderly walkers doing their daily circuit — all without feeling crowded. The picnic shelters is well-maintained and the amphitheatre is the best in the area. Parking is available on Market Parade.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is roughly 800 metres and well-maintained gravel. The best time to visit is weekday mornings when it is quiet. There is a drinking fountain near the car park.

Insider tip: The north side of the park gets afternoon sun in winter — best spot for a picnic.

The Reality of Mentone

Bayside suburb with strong independent community identity. Good cafe strip on Como Parade. Direct beach access. The best parks options here reflect Mentone’s character. Whether you’re based in Mentone or visiting from nearby, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.

6. Remy Bush Reserve

Size: 2 hectares Features: BBQ facilities, bike paths, amphitheatre, toilet facilities Best for: morning joggers

Remy Bush Reserve is one of Mentone’s most underrated green spaces. At 2 hectares, it has enough room for birdwatchers near the native garden, fitness bootcamps on weekday mornings, and kids on the BBQ facilities after school — all without feeling crowded. The BBQ facilities is recently upgraded and the bike paths is the best in the area. Street parking is usually fine.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is roughly 800 metres and flat — good for prams and wheelchairs. If it has rained recently, bring boots — the trails get muddy. The BBQ facilities are free to use — first in, best dressed.

Insider tip: There is a hidden bench near the back corner with the best view in Mentone.

7. Thomas Recreation Reserve

Size: 2 hectares Features: off-leash dog area, basketball court, war memorial, free parking, bike paths Best for: dog walkers

Thomas Recreation Reserve is one of Mentone’s most popular green spaces. At 2 hectares, it has enough room for families having BBQ lunch on Sundays, morning joggers doing laps by 6am, and dog walkers using the off-leash area — all without feeling crowded. The off-leash dog area is recently upgraded and the basketball court is free to use. Parking is available on Hill Terrace.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is just over 2km and well-maintained gravel. Sunset walks here are genuinely beautiful. Toilets are available near the main entrance.

Insider tip: There is a hidden bench near the back corner with the best view in Mentone.

8. Mentone Common

Size: 8 hectares Features: lake or pond, community garden, off-leash dog area, BBQ facilities Best for: after-school sport

Mentone Common is one of Mentone’s most popular green spaces. At 8 hectares, it has enough room for weekend cricket and soccer games, elderly walkers doing their daily circuit, and kids on the lake or pond after school — all without feeling crowded. The lake or pond is popular with locals and the community garden gets solid use on weekends. There is a car park at the main entrance.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is roughly 800 metres and sealed path suitable for cycling. The best time to visit is weekday mornings when it is quiet. The playground was upgraded in 2023 and is one of the better ones in the area.

Insider tip: The park hosts a community event on the first Saturday of each month.

9. Mentone Parklands

Size: 5 hectares Features: toilet facilities, bike paths, basketball court, rotunda, fitness equipment Best for: dog walkers

Mentone Parklands is one of Mentone’s best-maintained green spaces. At 5 hectares, it has enough room for birdwatchers near the lake, dog walkers using the off-leash area, and fitness bootcamps on weekday mornings — all without feeling crowded. The toilet facilities is excellent and the bike paths was upgraded in 2024. Street parking is usually fine.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is just over 2km and gently undulating with some shade. If it has rained recently, bring boots — the trails get muddy. The playground was upgraded in 2023 and is one of the better ones in the area.

Insider tip: The park hosts a community event on the first Saturday of each month.

10. Pine Gardens

Size: 35 hectares Features: soccer pitch, basketball court, picnic shelters Best for: dog walkers

Pine Gardens is one of Mentone’s most spacious green spaces. At 35 hectares, it has enough room for elderly walkers doing their daily circuit, birdwatchers near the wetlands, and kids on the soccer pitch after school — all without feeling crowded. The soccer pitch is popular with locals and the basketball court was upgraded in 2024. Parking is available on Market Parade.

The walking path that loops the perimeter is about 1.2km and sealed path suitable for cycling. If it has rained recently, bring boots — the trails get muddy. Toilets are available near the main entrance.

Insider tip: The car park on Young Lane side is less crowded than the main entrance.

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FAQ

What are the best best parks options in Mentone?

The Golden Place is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Mentone good for best parks?

Yes. Mentone has 10+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Mentone known for?

Bayside suburb with strong independent community identity.

How far is Mentone from Melbourne CBD?

Mentone is 20km, 35min train, 28min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Mentone won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.

Last updated: March 2026