Carter Creek picnic area

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A picnic and barbecue shelter surrounded by trees with carpark in the foreground at Carter Creek
A barbecue shelter with picnic tables nearby at Carter Creek picnic area in Lane Cove National Park.
A barbecue shelter at Carter Creek picnic area in Lane Cove National Park. Photo: Nathan Askey-Doran
Carter Creek picnic area, Lane Cove National Park. Photo: Debby McGerty © OEH
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Lane Cove National Park

6 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 4:05 am

Official alerts
  • Other planned eventsUntil 1 Feb 2027

    1080 pest management operation

    NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits and fresh baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 August 2026 and 31 January 2027 in Lane Cove National Park. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

    All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

    Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.

    For more information, contact the local park office on:

    Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)

    NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)

About

Carter Creek picnic area is just the place to laze in the shade by the river and share a tasty picnic or barbecue lunch with family and friends.

Surrounded by native bushland and has clear views of the river, you can spread out a picnic blanket on the grass or set up on one of the shaded picnic tables. The children have space to play while the adults relax and prepare the feast. After lunch if you feel like stretching your legs, you can take stroll along the Riverside walk.

Carter Creek picnic area accommodates up to 100 people, so it's a great option for large group events and celebrations.

Know before you go

Part of Lane Cove National Park

Lane Cove National Park · Sydney and surrounds

Book Carter Creek picnic area for your next celebration. There are shaded picnic tables and gas barbecues. Plus it's right by the river.

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Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Park office

02 8448 0406

Where you'll be

Lindfield NSW 2070

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Hours

Open 24 hours