
Hockey Avenue Reserve
A lovely local reserve at Smithfield near Cairns with a 4.0 rating across 11 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Hockey Avenue Reserve sits on Hockey Avenue in Smithfield, in the northern beaches area near Cairns in Tropical North Queensland. With 11 reviews behind its 4.0 rating, it's a well-liked green space.
The appeal is open green space for a walk or play — a reserve handy for a stroll, a picnic, a play or simply relaxing outdoors, a lovely neighbourhood spot in the handy Smithfield area near the university and shopping centre. Its location makes it an easy and pleasant addition to a day out.
Reserves have changing facilities and seasonal conditions (and the Cairns wet and dry seasons differ greatly), so check current details if you're planning around something specific. Otherwise it's a free, family-friendly spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water and insect repellent.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 57
- Popularity
- 33
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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