Emerald Park Reserve

If you’ve got a toddler and you’re in Ottoway, this one’s worth knowing about. The whole play area is fully fenced, which makes a genuine difference when you’ve got a runner on your hands — you can actually sit down for five minutes without panicking. There’s a BBQ and picnic tables on site, so it lends itself to a proper family afternoon rather than just a quick stop. Benches are dotted around with decent sightlines, so keeping an eye on the kids while you’re sorting food is easy enough. It’s a pretty no-fuss local spot that does exactly what you need it to do.