Red Gum Picnic Area (Braeside Park)

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Red Gum Picnic Area (Braeside Park)

Braeside Park Red Gum Picnic area is the perfect location to spend the afternoon relaxing amongst gum trees or get in early and explore Braeside Park in the morning sunshine.

This picnic area has limited picnic tables sitting just off the Red Gum Circuit Trail, toilets and enough space for children to run and explore.

Red Gum Picnic Area is the perfect location to stop for lunch whilst exploring the network of trails that Braeside Park has to offer. BYO gas or liquid fuel bbqs are allowed to be used at this picnic area.

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Red Gum Picnic Area (Braeside Park)

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Red Gum Picnic Area (Braeside Park)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

Speed restrictions apply
Restricted opening hours
No firearms allowed
No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
No camping
No fishing
No fires permitted
No horses
No dogs allowed

Warnings

Animals and pests
Snakes
Terrain hazards
Uneven ground
Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

Red Gum Picnic Area toilets closed

The public toilet block at Red Gum Picnic Area at Braeside Park is currently closed until further notice. We apologise for the inconvenience and are working on a solution to restore the toilets. Alternative toilets are located at the Telford Picnic area off Lower Dandenong Rd.

Braeside Playground - Partial Closure

The playground at the Telford picnic area will be undergoing maintenance during the week of 11th-18th August 2025. During this time sections of the playground may be closed for visitor use. The surrounding picnic area and nature walks will remain open for visitor activities. A wonderful playground, picnic area, toilets and free bbqs is available at Karkarook Park, a 15 min drive from Braeside.