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Halswell Quarry

Where nature's playground meets family fun

At a glance

Activity
Halswell
Car park
Drinking fountain
Nearby food & drink

Why go?

Where nature's playground meets family fun

Halswell Quarry is a spacious outdoor destination where families can stretch their legs, walk the tracks, and enjoy a picnic surrounded by nature. With a dog park, gardens, bridges, historic features, and a friendly coffee cart, it’s the kind of place you can visit for a quick walk, or stay for the day. Near the centre of the park, a historic building has displays about the area’s past, and a piano that kids are welcome to play.

Halswell Quarry — photo 1

Good to know

Before you go.

Route options

There are multiple walking tracks to choose from, including the Rim Track, a short uphill walk with rewarding views from the top.

The details

What you'll find.

Age & suitability

Who it works well for.

  • Dogs allowed

  • Pram friendly

  • Good for over 5s

  • Good for under 5s

Facilities

Facilities at a glance.

  • Car park

  • Drinking fountain

  • Nearby food & drink

  • On street parking

  • Picnic areas

  • Picnic tables

  • Rubbish bins

  • Seating

  • Toilets

Take a look around

See the place.

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Getting there

Plan your arrival.

Destination
Halswell Quarry
Halswell
Parking

There are several parking areas throughout the quarry: on the road, near the coffee cart, beside the toilets further up, and at the end of the driveway near the picnic area.

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More nearby adventures

Keep exploring.

Walk · 0.0 kmHalswell Quarry Rim Track

A mini adventure with a rewarding view

Playground · 2.5 kmHalswell Domain

Mini trains, playground adventures, and room to ride

Playground · 2.9 kmWhitburn Park

Big slide, quiet setting, plenty of ways to play

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