Discovering Green Spaces: A Guide to the Parks and Playgrounds of Port Adelaide & Semaphore

Fletcher’s Slip is nestled between Port Adelaide and Semaphore, both known for their maritime history, bustling port, and charming heritage buildings, it’s also home to some amazing green spaces. From landscaped promenades with panoramic views to parks and playgrounds that will keep your little ones entertained for hours, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Photo Credit: Fletcher's Slip Promenade

Fletcher’s Slip Landscaped Promenade

Location: Fletcher’s Slip, Sugar Wharf Precinct

The Fletcher's Slip Landscaped Promenade is a beautiful and tranquil public space, providing breathtaking vistas of both Port Adelaide and the Port River. This idyllic promenade is an ideal location for a walk or bike ride and is equipped with BBQ facilities, shelters, and plenty of space for picnics. The promenade is part of the well-known Anna Rennie Path, a 3.5km circuit around the Port Adelaide Inner Harbour. This loop not only promotes an active lifestyle but also offers a moment of respite to soak in the scenery, observe the bustling Port, and, with a bit of luck, engage in some delightful dolphin spotting.

Photo Credit: Hart's Mill Playground, Kids in Adelaide

Hart's Mill Playground

Location: Mundy Street, Port Adelaide

Hart's Mill is a must-visit destination in Port Adelaide, offering a unique blend of history, nature, and recreation. The Hart’s Mill playground has been designed based on the industrial heritage of the site, incorporating milling themes into the play equipment. Adjacent to the secure playground, you will find all the essentials required for a delightful picnic, including shelters, seating, barbecue facilities, and lawn area.

Photo Credit: Birkenhead Naval Reserve, Port Adelaide and Enfield Council

Birkenhead Naval Reserve

Location: Heath Street, Birkenhead

Adjacent Fletcher’s Slip, you'll find the Birkenhead Naval Reserve. This green open space provides an ideal location for a game of football or a leisurely family picnic. The area is also equipped with a children's playground, and a basketball hoop for the older kids.

Photo Credit: Semaphore Foreshore, South Australia 

Semaphore Foreshore

Location: Esplanade, Semaphore

Semaphore's alluring white sands, welcoming shallows, and vibrant foreshore make for a classic beach escape, just a stone's throw from Fletcher's Slip – a mere 5-minute drive. Enjoy the expanse of green foreshore that stretches over two kilometres. It’s a haven offering amenities such as a quaint kiosk, permanent amusements/rides, inviting barbecue shelters, and a path shared by cyclists and pedestrians alike – all alongside ample room for ball games and picnicking pleasures.

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