Yerrabi Pond District Park

Yerrabi Pond District Park sits on Wunderlich Street in Gungahlin, one of Canberra's main northern town centres. Centred on the lovely Yerrabi Pond, it's a much-loved local park — combining open lawns, walking and cycling paths around the water, playgrounds and picnic areas in a relaxed, family-friendly lakeside setting.

The appeal is that combination of a scenic waterside location and great facilities: room to walk, run, cycle and picnic, lovely views over the pond and plenty for families to enjoy, all in the heart of Canberra's growing north. It's a popular spot for a relaxed day outdoors, a stroll by the water or letting the kids loose at the playground.

With a 4.6 rating from more than 1,200 reviews, it's a firm local favourite. The park is free and open, but facilities and any events vary, so it's worth checking the surrounds before a special trip — though for a walk by the water, a picnic or a play, you can generally just turn up and enjoy one of Gungahlin's loveliest lakeside parks.