Casuarina Point picnic area

Attraction
A large picnic shelter next to trees at Casuarina Point picnic area in Lane Cove National Park.
Picnic shelters under trees with the river in the background at Casuarina Point picnic area, Lane
Picnic tables under a shelter at Casuarina Point picnic area in Lane Cove National Park. Photo:
A picnic shelter and a sign at Casuarina Point picnic area in Lane Cove National Park. Photo: Nathan
Casuarina Point picnic area, Lane Cove National Park. Photo: Debbie McGerty © OEH
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Lane Cove National Park

6 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 10:05 am

  • 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

This charming sheltered picnic area is nestled against the riverbank and has both picnic tables and barbecues, making it a great place to while away an afternoon with the family. Located in a lovely bushland setting, it's also a great spot for birdwatching along Lane Cove River, with plenty of opportunities to see water dragons.

There are also many opportunities to get active in the surrounding Lane Cove National Park should you want to work off your lunch, including canoeing and bushwalking. Two historic cottages, Schwartz and Bakers, are also nearby.

Lane Cove National Park · Sydney and surrounds

Have a riverside picnic in Casuarina Point picnic area in Lane Cove National Park with canoeing and bushwalking nearby.

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Lindfield NSW 2070

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Open 24 hours