About Macintosh Island Park

This is a singularly extraordinary park that is not to be missed.  Highlights of the park include:

  • Resident peacocks and a bird sanctuary - see below for more detail
  • Lush vegetation with a wealth of shady green trees
  • Beautiful shaded picnic spots with BBQs and water or park views
  • A wide path that circles around the park - great for walking or cycling
  • A charming creekside playground set amidst curved bridges
  • Shores along the canal, perfect for launching kayaks
  • Easy access to Main Beach over a footbridge

Peacocks and birds at Macintosh Island Park

The peacocks, ducks, geese and other birds at Macintosh Island Park are easily encountered as they saunter around the park or perch on branches in the northern end of the park near the enclosed bird sanctuary.

The glorious peacocks never disappoint, but springtime is particularly special since they are most likely to fan their tail feathers at that time of year.

The birdlife at Macintosh Island Park is one of the many compelling reasons to visit.

A perfect park for picnics and barbeques

Settle in at a sheltered table overlooking the Nerang River canal on one side and the lush gardens on the other, or find a table under a tree.  The park has good amenities including:

  • Picnic tables
  • Barbeques
  • Public toilets
  • Water fountains
  • Easy parking, and plenty of it
Macintosh Island Park provides some of the most charming picnic spots on the Gold Coast.

Macintosh Island Park's charming playground

The shady playground blends in with surrounding bridges and creeks, with the resident troll "Big Foot" ever present in his rock cave.

A very well-shaded playground is the home of choice for Bigfoot, who spends all day sitting in his cave.

Macintosh Island Park's walking and cycle track

A wide loop path will take you on a pleasant journey through picturesque scenery, past the peacocks and bird sanctuary and under the shade of the leafy trees.  The path is wide and mostly flat, so is well suited to cycling and strolling, with plenty of room for everyone.

Cycle and walking tracks make it easy to explore Macintosh Island Park

Macintosh Island Park is a beautiful place to be

The trees and vegetation at Macintosh Island Park are breathtaking.  You will enjoy just being there.

The trees, gardens and vegetation make Macintosh Island Park a truly special place.

How to find Macintosh Island Park

Macintosh Island Park is nestled between the Gold Coast Highway and Main Beach.  A footbridge connects the park to Main Beach Parade and Main Beach itself. The heart of Surfers Paradise is a short walk away. Please click the map for further detail and directions.