kingsford smith ulm reserve, glenroy - mamma knows melbourne - copyright

Not many parks in Melbourne have it all: a good quality play space for kids, gorgeous grassy walks AND a stunning view, but luckily for us in the North, the Kingsford Smith Ulm reserve in Glenroy can boast all that and more.

Set on top of a hill combined with the Moonee Pond Creek and overlooking the heritage-listed rail bridge, the Albion viaduct - this park has something for everyone. Kingsford Smith has a play space offering nature play and play equipment catering to a broad range of abilities too! Check out the wooden owls and frogs for something unique, and as the play space is set at the top of the hill, babies and children of all ages can swing away while looking over the reserve’s best feature: its view. Mamma says this place is a calming space just to sit and watch the children run around and play in.

With picnic tables, lots of lovely grassy spots and a sheltered area, it is an excellent place for a picnic or birthday party. There are also bike and walking trails, and they are currently in the process of building a new dog park and car park. We particularly loved sitting on the grass overlooking the massive metal heritage rail bridge.