20 parks listed

Best Playgrounds in The Hills District

The Hills District has modern playgrounds across every suburb, with recent council upgrades delivering new equipment, shade sails, and safe surfaces. Erlestoke Park in Castle Hill was fully upgraded in July 2023. Fred Caterson Reserve has multiple separate playground zones. All parks listed below have confirmed playground facilities.

What to look for

The best playgrounds combine age-appropriate equipment, shade, safe ground surfaces, nearby toilets, and parking close enough for prams and strollers. Compare Hills District playgrounds below.

Comparison table — Best Playgrounds in The Hills District

Park	Suburb	Playground	Toilets	Parking	BBQ nearby	Pram paths	Details
Apex Park	Castle Hill	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Castle Hill Heritage Park	Castle Hill	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Erlestoke Park	Castle Hill	✓	✓	✓	✓	?	View →
Edward Bennett Oval	Cherrybrook	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Greenway Park	Cherrybrook	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Central Park	Rouse Hill	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Max Ruddock Reserve	Winston Hills	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Cherrybrook Lakes	Cherrybrook	✓	?	✓	✓	✓	View →
River Oak Circuit Reserve	Kellyville	✓	?	✓	✓	✓	View →
Ted Pike Reserve	Kellyville	✓	?	✓	✓	?	View →
Connie Lowe Reserve	Rouse Hill	✓	✗	✓	✓	✓	View →
Binalong Park	Baulkham Hills	✓	✓	✓	✓	?	View →
Francesco Crescent Reserve	Bella Vista	✓	?	✓	✗	?	View →
Bert Parkinson Reserve	Castle Hill	✓	✗	✓	✗	✓	View →
Coolong Reserve	Castle Hill	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Fred Caterson Reserve	Castle Hill	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Greenup Park	Castle Hill	✓	✓	✓	✓	?	View →
Arnold Avenue Reserve	Kellyville	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Martin Knight Reserve	Kellyville	✓	?	✓	?	✓	View →
Rutherford Avenue Reserve	Kellyville	✓	✗	✓	✗	✓	View →

Park profiles — Best Playgrounds in The Hills District

Apex Park

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Apex Park is a 1.2-acre public park in Castle Hill, NSW, ideal for walking and running enthusiasts. The park features well-maintained paths through lush greenery, a playground for children, BBQ facilities, and picnic areas, making it a serene destination for outdoor recreation and family gatherings.

Dog Policy at Apex Park

Apex Park requires all dogs to remain on-leash at all times. Apex Park does not have a designated off-leash dog area. Dogs are permitted at Apex Park under the condition that they stay leashed throughout the visit. For off-leash exercise opportunities, nearby Coolong Reserve on Coolong Street in Castle Hill offers a fenced off-leash area where dogs can run freely under supervision. All dogs in off-leash areas must be supervised by a competent person over 16 years of age who can control them by voice command and is responsible for removing dog waste. Restricted or dangerous breeds are not permitted in off-leash areas.

Playground and Family Facilities at Apex Park

Apex Park features playground facilities with modern play equipment suitable for children of various ages. Apex Park includes BBQ areas where families can prepare meals during gatherings. Apex Park provides picnic areas with tables and sheltered spots for family outings. Apex Park has restroom facilities; however, some visitors have noted these may be locked during certain hours. Apex Park spans approximately 1.2 acres, offering open spaces ideal for children to play and families to relax. The tranquil atmosphere and various amenities make Apex Park a pleasant destination for family recreational activities.

Walking and runningFamily picnicsChildren's playLeashed dogsCasual outdoor recreationWeekend gatherings

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Castle Hill Heritage Park

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Castle Hill Heritage Park is a 20-hectare heritage site in Castle Hill NSW, notable for its colonial history as a convict farm established in 1801 and the scene of the 1804 Castle Hill Rebellion. The park spreads across rolling landscaped hills and remnant Blue Gum forest, and it also has a playground and concrete walking tracks.

Playground at Castle Hill Heritage Park

Castle Hill Heritage Park has a well-equipped playground that was upgraded in 2018. Its equipment includes a flying fox, swings, balance beams, a water pump, a nest swing, a tube slide, a spring rocker and a carousel, all suitable for young children. Castle Hill Heritage Park also has shaded picnic tables and BBQ facilities, with public toilets located near the playground and picnic areas, which makes the park a practical choice for birthday parties and weekend outings.

Walking Tracks and History at Castle Hill Heritage Park

Castle Hill Heritage Park contains several concrete walking tracks that meander through its bushland and across its hills, suited to leisurely strolls. Interpretative signage along the paths tells the site's story, from its use by the Dharug people through to its convict and rebellion years. The majority of the reserve is wheelchair accessible, and the concrete tracks suit wheelchairs, mobility devices and strollers.

Family picnicsKids playgroundWalking trailsHistorical learningWheelchair accessibilityOutdoor dining and BBQsCasual strollsSchool excursions

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Erlestoke Park

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Erlestoke Park is a family recreation area at Erlestoke Place in Castle Hill, NSW 2154, best known for its learn-to-ride bike track. The park also has a flying fox, play equipment for toddlers and pre-schoolers, a multi-purpose sports court, BBQ facilities and sheltered picnic tables; upgrades were completed in July 2023.

Playground and Bike Track at Erlestoke Park

Erlestoke Park has play equipment designed for toddlers and pre-schoolers, so the playground suits younger children. Erlestoke Park also has a learn-to-ride bike track where children can build cycling skills, and a flying fox for more active play. The playground was upgraded in works completed in July 2023. Shaded areas sit next to the play zones, giving parents a comfortable place to supervise in warmer months.

Sports, Fitness and BBQs at Erlestoke Park

Erlestoke Park contains a multi-purpose sports court that accommodates a range of recreational activities, as well as fitness equipment for public use. Erlestoke Park has BBQ facilities and sheltered picnic tables for outdoor dining, with enough space for family gatherings, community events and celebrations. The park supports both structured sports and casual recreation, and shaded pathways connect the play and recreation zones.

Young childrenLearn-to-ride bike trainingFamily picnicsBBQ gatheringsToddler playFitness activitiesCommunity eventsShaded relaxation

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Edward Bennett Oval

📍 Cherrybrook, NSW 2126

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Edward Bennett Oval is a community sports park in Cherrybrook with a playing field for cricket and soccer and a playground featuring a six-metre-high climbing net tower. Families also come for the electric BBQs and picnic tables, and local sports clubs train on the field.

Playground and Bike Track at Edward Bennett Oval

Edward Bennett Oval has a dedicated playground area with a six-metre-high climbing net tower, a major attraction for children. The same play area includes a bike track where kids can ride. Picnic tables and shaded areas throughout the park give carers a place to sit while kids play. Playground enhancements are planned under Hornsby Shire Council's Landscape Masterplan to expand recreational offerings for children.

Sports Field at Edward Bennett Oval

Edward Bennett Oval's playing field hosts cricket and soccer, and local sports clubs use it for training sessions, including West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Cricket Club. The field also accommodates community sporting activities. The same masterplan will add fitness stations and a two-metre-wide circuit path around the perimeter for walking and accessibility, along with water harvesting basins and improved landscaping across the park.

Family picnicsKids playgroundSports trainingCommunity BBQsWeekend outingsLeashed dog walks

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Greenway Park

📍 Cherrybrook, NSW 2126

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Greenway Park is a community park on Shepherds Drive, Cherrybrook, with a fully fenced off-leash dog area that has separate enclosures for small dogs and agility equipment. The park also has a fenced playground, a beginner-friendly skate park, netball courts, a baseball facility, sports ovals and bushland walking trails.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Greenway Park

Greenway Park has a fully fenced off-leash dog area with dual-gate entrances. A separate enclosure serves small dogs, puppies and elderly dogs. The dog area contains agility equipment, drinking water, waste bins, dog waste bags and seating for owners. Dogs stay on-leash until inside the fence and are re-leashed before leaving. Owners keep dogs under voice control, stop them harassing other dogs or people, and pick up waste promptly. Dogs are not allowed within ten metres of playground equipment, picnic tables or barbecues.

Playground, Skate Park and Sports at Greenway Park

Greenway Park has a small fenced playground with play equipment and soft-fall surfaces suited to young children. A skate park caters for beginners and young children. The sports grounds include multiple fields and ovals, netball courts and a baseball facility. A modern community building overlooks Oval No. 1 and contains a kitchen, social room, meeting rooms and restrooms for community use and events.

Off-leash dogsSmall dogs and puppiesFamily picnicsYoung childrenSports and netballCasual walkingCommunity eventsAccessible recreation

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Central Park

📍 Rouse Hill, NSW 2155

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Central Park in Rouse Hill NSW is a family-friendly regional park offering multiple playgrounds, picnic areas, and BBQ facilities. The park features walking and cycling trails, making it an ideal destination for outdoor recreation and gatherings with family and friends.

Playgrounds and Recreation at Central Park

Central Park Rouse Hill features multiple playgrounds equipped with modern play equipment. The playgrounds at Central Park accommodate children of all ages, from toddlers to older kids. Central Park provides seating areas near play zones for supervising adults. The park's layout makes Central Park an accessible destination for family outings and birthday celebrations. Families appreciate Central Park for its variety of play equipment and safe recreational environment suitable for extended visits.

Picnic and BBQ Facilities at Central Park

Central Park Rouse Hill offers dedicated picnic areas with ample grassy spaces for outdoor meals. BBQ stations at Central Park allow visitors to cook food while enjoying the park environment. Central Park provides seating areas throughout the facility to complement picnic experiences. The combination of picnic spots and BBQ facilities makes Central Park ideal for family gatherings, group events, and casual weekend outings. Central Park's amenities support both spontaneous visits and planned celebrations.

Family outingsKids playgroundsWeekend BBQsPicnicsWalking and cyclingGroup eventsDisabled accessLeashed dog walks

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Max Ruddock Reserve

📍 Winston Hills, NSW 2153

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Max Ruddock Reserve is a versatile community recreation area in Winston Hills, NSW, featuring two multi-purpose grass fields for football and cricket, outdoor fitness equipment, a playground, and upgraded amenities including accessible bathrooms and a canteen facility.

Sports Facilities and Fields at Max Ruddock Reserve

Max Ruddock Reserve contains two grass multi-purpose fields that accommodate football during winter and cricket in summer. Max Ruddock Reserve includes dedicated cricket practice nets for skill development. The reserve features an outdoor fitness area with multiple stations: a multi-stretch station, push-up station, sit-up plank, and pull-up station. Max Ruddock Reserve hosts various community sports activities throughout the year, making it a hub for local athletic competition and training. These sports facilities serve both casual recreational users and organized sporting clubs in the Winston Hills area.

Family Facilities and Amenities at Max Ruddock Reserve

Max Ruddock Reserve has a playground installed in 2021, offering play equipment suitable for children. Max Ruddock Reserve features a modernized amenities building completed in 2026 with accessible male and female bathrooms, unisex change rooms, and a separate referee change room. Max Ruddock Reserve includes a canteen facility within the amenities building. The reserve provides shaded seating areas for spectators and visitors, plus a drinking fountain for public use. Max Ruddock Reserve offers an elevated viewing deck providing improved access to sports fields.

Family picnicsKids playgroundSports trainingCasual fitnessWeekend gatheringsCommunity eventsCricket and football clubsAccessible recreation

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Cherrybrook Lakes

📍 Cherrybrook, NSW 2126

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Cherrybrook Lakes is a family-friendly recreational park in Cherrybrook NSW featuring a fully fenced playground, scenic walking trails around dual lakes, and picnic facilities. The park's standout feature is its upgraded boardwalks, viewing decks, and nature play area completed in July 2023.

Playground and Play Equipment at Cherrybrook Lakes

Cherrybrook Lakes has a fully fenced playground designed for families with children. The playground features a multi-play climbing-slide unit, swings, a see-saw, and a dedicated nature play area. The fenced design ensures safe play for younger visitors. Cherrybrook Lakes playground is suitable for children of all ages and is well-maintained following the park's 2023 upgrades. The shaded footpath surrounding the lake provides additional recreation space for families. Visitors praise the variety of play structures and the safe, enclosed environment, making Cherrybrook Lakes an ideal destination for family outings.

Walking Trails and Boardwalks at Cherrybrook Lakes

Cherrybrook Lakes has upgraded walking trails and boardwalks connecting scenic viewpoints around the dual lakes. The park features a viewing deck and bridge that enhance accessibility to the Callicoma Walk circuit. Cherrybrook Lakes has well-maintained, paved pathways suitable for casual walkers and families. The Callicoma Walk offers a longer circuit through bushland with some uneven terrain and steeper sections for more adventurous visitors. Cherrybrook Lakes walking trails provide opportunities for wildlife observation and nature appreciation. The main loop around the lake accommodates various fitness levels, while connecting trails cater to those seeking more challenging experiences.

Family outings with young childrenCasual lakeside walksWeekend picnics and BBQsNature observationLeashed dog walkingShaded recreationFree outdoor activitiesAccessible playgrounds

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River Oak Circuit Reserve

📍 Kellyville, NSW 2155

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River Oak Circuit Reserve is a neighbourhood park in Kellyville. Its standout feature is its well-maintained walking paths, set among lush greenery, which suit walkers and runners of all levels. The reserve also has a playground with modern equipment for children of various ages, picnic areas with tables and seating, and BBQ facilities.

Family picnicsWalking and joggingChildren's playgroundOutdoor relaxationCasual exerciseLocal neighborhood visits

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Ted Pike Reserve

📍 Kellyville, NSW 2155

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Ted Pike Reserve is a community park on Park Ridge Circuit in Kellyville whose standout feature is a playground, upgraded in September 2022, with equipment for a range of ages, from an infant swing to an explorer rock wall. The reserve also has BBQ facilities, picnic areas and a basketball shooting area.

Playground at Ted Pike Reserve

Ted Pike Reserve has a purpose-designed playground for children of varying ages and abilities. Climbers can tackle an explorer rock wall, a climber with handrails, a cable rope net and ring climber, and a vertical ladder. Ted Pike Reserve's playground also has a balance beam, a big dipper slide, a pod spinner, a bird's nest swing and an infant swing. With equipment for toddlers through to older children, the playground suits families visiting with mixed-age groups.

BBQs, Picnics and Basketball at Ted Pike Reserve

Ted Pike Reserve has BBQ facilities, free to use, and picnic areas that suit birthday celebrations, family gatherings and casual weekend outings for groups of various sizes. Bench seating is spread throughout the reserve, so parents can rest while supervising children, and a drinking fountain provides water. Visitors can also shoot hoops in the reserve's basketball shooting area, which supports informal sport.

Young childrenFamily picnicsBirthday partiesBasketball enthusiastsMixed-age groupsWeekend gatheringsLeashed dog walksCommunity events

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Connie Lowe Reserve

📍 Rouse Hill, NSW 2155

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Connie Lowe Reserve is a family-friendly park in Rouse Hill, NSW featuring a fully fenced off-leash dog area with secure double-gated entry, modern water stations, and poo bag dispensers. The reserve also offers a children's playground with shade sails, nest swing, and stepping logs, plus picnic tables and BBQ facilities.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Connie Lowe Reserve

Connie Lowe Reserve has a large, fully fenced off-leash dog area with secure double-gated entry designed for dogs of all sizes. The off-leash area includes a modern water station for dog hydration and poo bag dispensers to maintain cleanliness. Dogs may be off-leash only within the fenced section; owners must supervise dogs over age 16 with voice command control. Connie Lowe Reserve enforces a maximum of four dogs per person in the off-leash area, and restricted or dangerous breeds are not permitted. A perimeter walkway surrounds the fenced dog area, allowing visitors to supervise their pets while enjoying a walk around the reserve.

Playground and Recreation Facilities

Connie Lowe Reserve features a children's playground equipped with shade sails, a large nest swing, stepping logs, and synthetic grass to accommodate various ages and abilities. Recent upgrades to Connie Lowe Reserve added a handball court and additional recreational amenities. The playground at Connie Lowe Reserve is designed with inclusive play in mind, offering safe surfaces and varied play equipment. Picnic tables are located throughout Connie Lowe Reserve, providing shaded seating for families. The reserve's accessible pathways allow wheelchair users and visitors with mobility needs to navigate the playground and recreational areas comfortably.

Off-leash dog exerciseFamily days outKids playgroundDog ownersPicnics and BBQsAccessible recreationCasual walking

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Binalong Park

📍 Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153

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Binalong Park is a sports and family park on Binalong Road in Old Toongabbie, near Baulkham Hills. Its most notable feature is four sports fields that switch between soccer and cricket with the seasons. It also has tennis, basketball and netball courts and a fenced playground for children aged 0–12.

Sports Fields and Courts at Binalong Park

Binalong Park has four sports fields, used for soccer in winter and cricket in summer, with the cricket pitches on fields 1 and 4 covered during winter. Two hard-surface tennis courts double as four pickleball courts, and pickleball players bring their own nets. The park also has basketball courts, netball courts and two cricket nets for practice. Tennis courts are available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily and must be booked at least 30 minutes ahead; the PIN access code activates 15 minutes before a booking and expires 15 minutes after it.

Playground at Binalong Park

Binalong Park has a fenced and shaded playground for children aged 0 to 12 years. Its equipment includes a slide, swings, balancing posts, a bridge and a seesaw, offering skill-based and sensory play. The fencing and shade keep the playground safe and comfortable for young children, even on warm days, and the sheltered area can be used in various weather conditions throughout the year.

Family picnicsChildren's playgroundTennis and netballCricket and soccerWeekend gatheringsDog walking (on-leash)Community sportsGroup events

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Francesco Crescent Reserve

📍 Bella Vista, NSW 2153

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Francesco Crescent Reserve is a sports-focused community park in Bella Vista, NSW, featuring two multi-purpose sports fields for soccer and cricket, a synthetic cricket pitch with practice nets, a half basketball court, and a playground for children aged 8 to 12.

Sports Facilities at Francesco Crescent Reserve

Francesco Crescent Reserve has two multi-purpose sports fields serving different seasonal needs. Field 1 at Francesco Crescent Reserve accommodates soccer in winter and cricket in summer, while Field 2 at Francesco Crescent Reserve is designated for soccer in winter. Francesco Crescent Reserve features a synthetic cricket pitch positioned between the two fields, complemented by two-lane synthetic cricket practice nets. Francesco Crescent Reserve provides a half basketball court available for public use. Francesco Crescent Reserve has field lighting suitable for training sessions and shared change room amenities serving both sports fields. A kiosk at Francesco Crescent Reserve provides on-site refreshments for sports users and visitors.

Playground and Children's Activities at Francesco Crescent Reserve

Francesco Crescent Reserve features a playground designed specifically for children aged 8 to 12. The playground at Francesco Crescent Reserve is undergoing significant upgrades commencing November 2025, with completion expected by December 2025. The upgraded playground at Francesco Crescent Reserve will include a multi-play unit with tandem slide and rope play, an inclusive bird's nest swing, a tandem rocker, and combination rubber and mulch softfall areas. These enhancements at Francesco Crescent Reserve aim to provide inclusive play experiences for children with varying abilities, making the reserve more accessible for families with diverse needs.

Soccer and cricket teamsSports trainingBasketball playersChildren aged 8–12Family outingsSports bookings

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Bert Parkinson Reserve

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Bert Parkinson Reserve is a linear neighbourhood park on Britannia Road in Castle Hill. Its most notable feature is a children's playground with a flying fox, set beneath mature trees that give abundant natural shade. Expansive grassy areas suit casual games and picnics brought from home.

Playground at Bert Parkinson Reserve

Bert Parkinson Reserve has a children's playground equipped with a slide, flying fox, fireman's pole and swings, along with climbing structures suitable for young children. Soft fall mulch covers the ground beneath the equipment for safety. The equipment shows signs of age, yet it still suits young children under close supervision. Because the reserve is unfenced, parents should watch children closely, particularly near the perimeter.

Open Grass and Shade at Bert Parkinson Reserve

Bert Parkinson Reserve has expansive grassy areas for games such as tag, chasing and hide and seek. Mature trees across the reserve provide abundant natural shade, creating a comfortable setting for outdoor play. Seating areas and walking paths run through the park. The reserve has no toilets, BBQs, water fountains or picnic tables, so visitors should bring their own supplies for a picnic.

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Coolong Reserve

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Coolong Reserve is a community park on Coolong Street in Castle Hill with a fully fenced off-leash dog area fitted with agility equipment. The reserve also has a children's playground, a learn-to-ride bike track, six netball courts, electric barbecues and picnic tables.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Coolong Reserve

Coolong Reserve has a fully fenced off-leash dog area with agility equipment, including ramps and weave poles. The dog area has seating, water stations and waste bins stocked with dog waste bags. Owners must supervise their dogs at all times, keep them under voice control, pick up waste and bring no more than four dogs each. Restricted and dangerous breeds are not allowed. Outside the fenced area, dogs must stay on a leash everywhere in the reserve.

Playground and Learn-to-Ride Track at Coolong Reserve

Coolong Reserve has a children's playground with swings, climbing frames and slides, suited to children of various ages. A learn-to-ride bike track sits next to the playground and teaches children cycling skills and road safety in a controlled setting. The track has pedestrian crossings, stop signs and roundabouts, which give young riders practical experience with the road rules without any traffic hazards.

Off-leash dogsYoung childrenFamily picnicsLearning to ride bikesNetball playersAccessible recreationGroup gatheringsWeekend BBQ

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Fred Caterson Reserve

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Fred Caterson Reserve is a 58-hectare sports and recreation reserve in Castle Hill. Its most notable feature is five soccer fields that convert into three cricket fields, and it also has ten tennis courts, a four-court basketball stadium, a BMX track, a junior playground and three walking trails through bushland.

Sports Fields and Courts at Fred Caterson Reserve

Fred Caterson Reserve has five soccer fields that can be converted into three cricket fields, with four-lane synthetic cricket practice nets beside Field 4. The reserve also contains a dedicated baseball field. Castle Hill Tennis Academy runs ten synthetic grass tennis courts inside the reserve, and The Hills Basketball Centre has four full-sized courts with tiered seating for more than 1,000 spectators. A BMX track and a remote control car track round out the facilities, which serve both competitive and recreational sport.

Walking Trails at Fred Caterson Reserve

Fred Caterson Reserve has three walking trails. The Castle Hill Trail is an easy 6.3 km route over fire trails and rocky bush tracks, passing through shaded gullies rich in birdlife. The Geebung Walk is an easy 3.4 km walk through parkland and bushland. The Knightsbridge Circuit is a moderate 4.9 km trail through bushland corridors between Castle Hill and Glenhaven, with ferny gullies and wildflowers along the way. Concrete pathways, bush tracks and an extensive cycleway network also suit walking, running and cycling.

Competitive sports teamsFamily picnicsWalking and cycling trailsTennis playersBasketball matchesJunior playground visitsDog walks (on-leash)Community sports events

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Greenup Park

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Greenup Park is a local park at 141 Cecil Avenue, Castle Hill, with a single sports field built around a synthetic cricket pitch and lit for evening training. It also has a playground for children aged 10–14, BBQ facilities, and Sydney Turpentine Ironbark Forest, a critically endangered ecosystem that a Bushcare group helps preserve.

Sports Field at Greenup Park

Greenup Park has a single sports field with a synthetic cricket pitch at its centre. Lighting on the field allows evening training sessions as well as daytime cricket matches. Greenup Park has change rooms for teams using the field and a kiosk on site. The Hills Shire Council takes bookings for the sports field, by phone on 1300 426 654 (1300 4 BOOKING) or by email to venues@thehills.nsw.gov.au during business hours.

Playground and Picnic Areas at Greenup Park

Greenup Park has a playground designed for children aged 10 to 14, with plenty of open space for children's recreation. Greenup Park also has BBQ facilities, picnic tables and shaded areas, so families can cook and eat outdoors after time on the playground. The park sits in a quiet location away from busy urban areas, which keeps picnics and family gatherings relaxed.

Family picnicsKids playgroundCricket trainingBBQ gatheringsBushcare volunteeringDog walking (on-leash)Quiet outdoor relaxation

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Arnold Avenue Reserve

📍 Kellyville, NSW 2155

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Arnold Avenue Reserve is a multi-sport reserve in Kellyville with two full-sized sports fields, two netball courts and two-lane synthetic cricket nets. It also has a children's playground with baby and toddler swing seats, a shared pedestrian and cycling track, picnic areas, barbecues and a kiosk.

Sports Fields and Netball Courts at Arnold Avenue Reserve

Arnold Avenue Reserve has two full-sized sports fields used for football, cricket and general sports. The reserve has two netball courts for matches and training. Synthetic cricket nets with two lanes give cricketers a dedicated space for practice and coaching. Toilets and change rooms sit near the sports fields, so teams can change before and after games. With fields, courts and nets in one place, Arnold Avenue Reserve serves as a hub for community sport in Kellyville.

Playground and Shared Track at Arnold Avenue Reserve

Arnold Avenue Reserve has a children's playground with a double bay swing set that includes baby and toddler seats, so it suits very young children. The playground also has a nest swing, a climbing hut, a double spring perch and a speed gyro. A shared pedestrian and cycling track runs through the reserve for walking, jogging and cycling. Picnic areas, barbecues and a kiosk support family gatherings and longer visits.

Family picnics and BBQsChildren's playgroundSports training and matchesWalking and cyclingLeashed dogsCommunity eventsToddlers and young childrenSports enthusiasts

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Martin Knight Reserve

📍 Kellyville, NSW 2155

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Martin Knight Reserve is a community park on Greenwood Road in Kellyville, best known for its off-leash dog area, where dogs can run freely. The reserve also has a children's playground, a BMX pump track, walking paths and open green spaces for picnics and family recreation.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Martin Knight Reserve

Martin Knight Reserve has a designated off-leash dog area, giving Kellyville dog owners a dedicated space where dogs can run, play and socialise with other pets. Beyond the dog zone, walking paths run throughout the reserve, and the open grass suits a picnic after a walk. Martin Knight Reserve sits close to Kellyville homes and local schools, which makes it a convenient community space for a regular dog walk.

Playground and BMX Pump Track at Martin Knight Reserve

Martin Knight Reserve has a children's playground that was replaced in 2016/2017, when the council allocated $85,000 to the upgrade. Martin Knight Reserve also has a BMX pump track that serves riders of all skill levels. The Hills Shire Council began a renewal of the pump track in November 2025 to address safety concerns caused by wear and makeshift modifications and to improve the riding experience. Together, the playground and pump track give young children and BMX riders their own spaces at the reserve.

Off-leash dogsFamily picnicsChildren's playgroundBMX enthusiastsWeekend outingsDog socialisingLocal community gatherings

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Rutherford Avenue Reserve

📍 Kellyville, NSW 2155

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Rutherford Avenue Reserve is a community park in Kellyville with a fully fenced off-leash dog park open 24/7, complete with double-gated entry and agility equipment. The reserve also has a two-section playground with a flying fox, a circular cycle track for learner riders, a village green and a half-court basketball area.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Rutherford Avenue Reserve

Rutherford Avenue Reserve has a fully fenced off-leash dog park that stays open 24/7. The dog park has a double-gated entry, agility equipment, natural play items, a shelter and seating for owners. A water station keeps dogs hydrated during play. The off-leash area welcomes dogs of all sizes, although Rutherford Avenue Reserve has no separate section set aside for small dogs.

Playground and Cycle Track at Rutherford Avenue Reserve

Rutherford Avenue Reserve has a playground split into two sections. The upper section has climbing equipment, rope structures, a merry-go-round, traditional swings, a bird's nest swing and stepping logs, which suit younger children. The lower section has a flying fox, a large bird's nest swing, a tube slide and open running space for older kids. A circular cycle track with road markings and a petrol bowser design gives scooter riders and learner cyclists a safe place to practise. Shade sails and a park shelter cover parts of the playground.

Off-leash dogsDog socializationYoung children playgroundOlder kids flying foxScooter and bike learnersFamily picnicsWalking and cyclingBasketball enthusiasts

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Frequently asked questions

Which Hills District parks have the newest playgrounds?

Erlestoke Park in Castle Hill had a major playground upgrade completed in July 2023, including new equipment, flying fox, and improved surfaces. James Greenwood Reserve also has a recently upgraded playground with a modern play unit, stainless steel slide, and nature play elements.

Are there Hills District playgrounds with flying foxes?

Erlestoke Park in Castle Hill has a confirmed flying fox as part of its 2023 upgrade. Check individual park listings for other confirmed flying fox installations across the district.

Which Hills District playgrounds are best for multiple age groups?

Parks with separate zones for different ages serve mixed-age groups best. Fred Caterson Reserve has a junior playground area separate from its main sports facilities. Coolong Reserve has a playground suitable for a range of ages alongside a learn-to-ride bike track.

Do Hills District playgrounds have accessible equipment?

Many recently upgraded playgrounds in The Hills District include accessible equipment and paved pathways. Coolong Reserve has confirmed wheelchair-accessible pathways throughout. Check individual park listings for specific accessibility features.

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