20 parks listed

Best Soccer Fields in Parramatta

Parramatta has parks with soccer fields and multi-use sports ovals suitable for soccer. All parks below have confirmed sports or soccer field facilities.

What to look for

The best soccer parks have well-maintained grassed ovals or synthetic pitches, goal posts, change rooms, and parking.

Comparison table — Best Soccer Fields in Parramatta

Park	Suburb	Sports field	Parking	Toilets	Paths	BBQ	Details
Duck River Reserve	Granville	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
F S Garside Park	Granville	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Burnett Street Park	Merrylands	✓	✓	✓	?	✓	View →
Freame Park	Merrylands	✓	✓	✓	✓	✗	View →
Harry Gapes Reserve	Merrylands	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
King Park	Merrylands	✓	✓	✓	?	✗	View →
Merrylands Memorial Park	Merrylands	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Merrylands Park	Merrylands	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Ted Burge Sports Ground	Merrylands	✓	✓	✓	?	✓	View →
Old Saleyards Reserve	North Parramatta	✓	✓	✓	✓	?	View →
Arthur Phillip Park	Northmead	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Jones Park	Parramatta	✓	✓	✓	?	?	View →
Parramatta Park	Parramatta	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Girraween Park	Toongabbie	✓	✓	✓	✓	✗	View →
Alderson Park	Merrylands	✓	✓	?	✓	✗	View →
Granville Waratah Scoccer Football Club	Parramatta	✓	✓	?	?	✓	View →
Charles Herbert Reserve	Northmead	✓	?	?	✓	?	View →
Opera House Park	Granville	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Granville Park	Merrylands	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Barton Park	North Parramatta	✓	✓	✓	✓	✗	View →

Park profiles — Best Soccer Fields in Parramatta

Duck River Reserve

📍 Granville, NSW 2142

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Duck River Reserve is a natural bushland reserve on Mimosa Street in Granville, open 24 hours. Its standout feature is its walking tracks through bushland that is home to the threatened Acacia pubescens, and it also has a playground, picnic and BBQ areas, a floodlit soccer field and tennis courts.

Bushland Walking Tracks at Duck River Reserve

Duck River Reserve has walking paths through natural bushland that supports diverse ecological communities. Lizards, turtles and ducks live in the reserve, along with the threatened plant species Acacia pubescens. The Friends of Duck River Bushland Reserve, a Bushcare group active for approximately 20 years, helps maintain the bushland. Some sections of the walking tracks are overgrown, so visitors should take care on the trails.

Family picnicsDog walking (on-leash)Children's playgroundSoccer and sportsNature walksCommunity eventsWildlife viewingCasual cycling

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F S Garside Park

📍 Granville, NSW 2142

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F S Garside Park is a 3-hectare multi-purpose park at 1 Onslow Street, Granville, redeveloped for $17 million. Its standout feature is a fully fenced off-leash dog area with separate zones for quiet and playful dogs, alongside a district-sized playground, a semi-professional soccer field and a multi-use sports court.

Off-Leash Dog Area at F S Garside Park

F S Garside Park has a fully fenced off-leash dog area split into separate zones for quiet dogs and playful dogs. Owners can pick the zone that suits their dog's temperament, which keeps the enclosure safe for every pet. A dog-friendly water fountain and shaded seating sit near the enclosure, so owners can rest while supervising. The dog area is maintained regularly to support responsible dog ownership.

Playground and Pump Track at F S Garside Park

F S Garside Park has a district-sized playground for children up to 12 years old. The playground combines nature play elements with climbing structures, a flying fox, swings and a play tower. F S Garside Park also has a precast concrete BMX pump track for riders of all skill levels. Pedestrian pathways with lighting link the playground and pump track with the rest of the park.

Off-leash dogsKids playgroundWeekend BBQSoccer gamesBasketball courtsBMX and cyclingFamily picnicsFitness outdoors

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Burnett Street Park

📍 Merrylands, NSW 2160

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Burnett Street Park is a local community park at the corner of Burnett Street and Merrylands Road in Merrylands, next to the larger Merrylands Park. Its standout feature is its position beside the Merrylands Swimming Centre and its heated outdoor pools, and the park itself has a playground, barbecue areas and picnic facilities.

Playground and Picnic Areas at Burnett Street Park

Burnett Street Park has a playground with equipment for toddlers and older children. Burnett Street Park also has barbecue areas and picnic facilities for family gatherings, along with shaded seating and toilet facilities. Grassed open spaces give children room to run under supervision, and the park's position beside the swimming centre and sports fields lets families combine a picnic with a swim or a game.

Swimming Centre Next to Burnett Street Park

The Merrylands Swimming Centre sits within the Merrylands Park precinct, right next to Burnett Street Park. It has an 8-lane 50-metre competition pool, a training pool and a babies' pool, all heated to 27°C. The centre includes change rooms suitable for all ages and a kiosk, and grassed areas around the pools give swimmers space to relax or have a picnic between swim sessions.

Family picnicsKids playgroundSwimmingTennis and sportsCommunity eventsLeashed dog walks

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Freame Park

📍 Merrylands, NSW 2160

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Freame Park is a multi-purpose park on Burnett Street, Mays Hill, serving the Merrylands area, with a designated off-leash dog area and a full-sized sports oval with floodlighting for soccer, football and cricket. The park also has a basketball court, a playground, changerooms, toilets and a kiosk.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Freame Park

Freame Park is a designated off-leash area under Cumberland City Council, so dogs can exercise without a leash while they remain under the effective control of a competent person at all times. Dogs are prohibited within 10 metres of the children's playground and food preparation areas at Freame Park. Owners must clean up after their dogs and dispose of the waste properly.

Playground at Freame Park

Freame Park has a modern playground for young visitors, installed in July 2019 and set within open green spaces. The playground at Freame Park includes a multi-unit with a slide, an accessible spinner for inclusive play, a three-bay swing set with a nest swing, toddler seat and strap seat, and a rocker. The accessible spinner makes the playground suitable for children with varying mobility needs.

Off-leash dogsFamily picnicsKids playgroundSoccer and football trainingBasketball courtsNight sports with floodlightingCommunity sports eventsWalking and jogging

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Harry Gapes Reserve

📍 Merrylands, NSW 2160

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Harry Gapes Reserve is a sports ground at 54 Wolseley Street, Merrylands. Its most notable feature is its cricket and soccer fields with floodlighting for night training, and the reserve also has change rooms, a kiosk, a playground, BBQ facilities and open green space for picnics.

Sports Fields and Floodlighting at Harry Gapes Reserve

Harry Gapes Reserve has cricket fields and soccer fields, and floodlighting on the grounds lets teams train at night. Change rooms serve players using the fields, and a kiosk on site offers refreshments and supplies. A 6-metre high ball stop fence, installed in October 2024, stops balls from going over the perimeter fencing. The playing surface is in good condition, which suits both competitive and casual play.

Playground and Picnic Areas at Harry Gapes Reserve

Harry Gapes Reserve has a playground for children and open green spaces that suit picnics, outdoor activities and relaxation. BBQ facilities let families and groups cook a meal on site, which makes the reserve a practical venue for group gatherings and family events. Toilets are available for public use, which helps when a family visit with young children runs to a few hours.

Sports training and matchesFamily picnicsPlayground visitsGroup BBQ eventsWalking and cyclingCommunity gatherings

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King Park

📍 Merrylands, NSW 2160

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King Park is a community park on Cambridge Street, Merrylands, built around a dedicated soccer and football field with spectator benches and changerooms. The park also has a children's playground and public toilets, and it sits next to the Merrylands RSL Youth Club.

Soccer and Football Field at King Park

King Park has a dedicated soccer and football field used for matches, games and training sessions. Spectator benches give families and supporters a place to sit and watch, and changerooms let players get ready before a match and freshen up afterwards. The field suits both casual recreation and competitive club sport. With the Merrylands RSL Youth Club next door, King Park works as a hub for community sporting activities in Merrylands.

Playground and Picnics at King Park

King Park has a children's playground beside the Merrylands RSL Youth Club. The park's clean, well-kept grounds suit family picnics, and public toilets are on site. With a playground, toilets and picnic space together, King Park suits families with young children. Dogs at King Park must stay on a leash everywhere, including the picnic and playground areas, and they are not allowed within 10 metres of the playground equipment.

Soccer and footballFamily picnicsKids playgroundSports teamsCommunity eventsOpen 24 hours

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Merrylands Memorial Park

📍 Merrylands, NSW 2160

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Merrylands Memorial Park is a community park in Merrylands whose standout feature is a modern playground with a softfall surface and a shade sail. It also has a basketball court, sports fields, BBQ facilities, picnic areas, walking paths and public toilets, and it is open 24 hours a day.

Playground at Merrylands Memorial Park

Merrylands Memorial Park has a modern playground with a softfall surface for safer play and a shade sail for sun protection. The play equipment suits children of different ages, and a drinking fountain sits nearby. Tree plantings across the grounds add natural shade beyond the sail. With its softer surface and shade, the playground at Merrylands Memorial Park is particularly well suited to young children.

Sports Facilities at Merrylands Memorial Park

Merrylands Memorial Park has a basketball court for community use and sports fields suited to soccer, rugby and other outdoor sports. Well-maintained pathways run through the grounds for walking and running, catering to people of all fitness levels. The court, fields and paths support both casual recreation and organised sports activities, giving visitors a choice of activities suited to their interests and abilities.

Family picnicsKids playgroundWeekend sportsWalking and joggingBBQ gatheringsAccessible recreationLeashed dogsCommunity events

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Merrylands Park

📍 Merrylands, NSW 2160

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Merrylands Park is a 27-acre park in Merrylands with multiple sports fields for cricket, football, soccer and basketball, floodlit for night games. It also has a designated off-leash dog area, a children's playground, a skate park, BBQ facilities and a flat walking track.

Sports Fields at Merrylands Park

Merrylands Park has multiple sports fields suitable for cricket, football, soccer and basketball, along with cricket nets and basketball courts. Merrylands Park has change rooms, referees' rooms and an electronic scoreboard. Floodlighting on the fields allows night games and training. The park is a venue for organised sporting activities and community events. Merrylands Park also has a skate park for skateboarding.

Playground and Picnic Areas at Merrylands Park

Merrylands Park has a well-maintained children's playground with slides, swings and climbing structures for young children. The playground is relatively small, so larger groups may find space limited at peak times. Merrylands Park has public BBQ facilities and picnic areas with tables and benches for family gatherings. The main building holds contemporary restrooms, a kiosk and a canteen with food and drinks.

Off-leash dogsFamily picnics and BBQsChildren's playground visitsSports training and gamesWalking and joggingCommunity eventsCycling and skateboardingYoung families

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Ted Burge Sports Ground

📍 Merrylands, NSW 2160

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Ted Burge Sports Ground is a sports ground in Merrylands and the home ground of the Wenty Waratah Football Club. It has soccer fields for junior and senior teams, cricket practice nets, netball courts and a softball diamond, with floodlighting for night training, plus a children's playground and BBQ facilities.

Sports Fields at Ted Burge Sports Ground

Ted Burge Sports Ground hosts soccer at junior and senior levels and is the home ground of the Wenty Waratah Football Club, established in 1954 and affiliated with the Granville & Districts Soccer Football Association. The ground also has a cricket pitch with practice nets, a dedicated softball diamond and netball courts. Floodlighting allows night training and evening matches, and the layout lets several teams train at the same time. A club room and a kiosk are also on site.

Playground and Picnic Areas at Ted Burge Sports Ground

Ted Burge Sports Ground has a children's playground, which makes the ground suitable for families with young children. BBQ facilities and picnic areas suit outdoor gatherings, while shade structures and spectator seating are spread throughout the grounds. Public toilets and change rooms serve both sports participants and visitors. This mix of play areas and leisure facilities means families can combine watching or playing sport with a picnic in the same visit.

Junior and senior soccer teamsCricket practiceFamily outingsChildren's playgroundEvening training (floodlit)Community sports eventsBBQ gatheringsPicnicking

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Old Saleyards Reserve

📍 North Parramatta, NSW 2151

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Old Saleyards Reserve is a 10.7-acre sports and recreation reserve in North Parramatta, best known for its rugby and soccer fields, the home ground of the Junior Rugby Eels. Once a livestock market, it also has walking and running paths and an outdoor fitness station.

Rugby, Soccer and Fitness at Old Saleyards Reserve

Old Saleyards Reserve has rugby and soccer fields with a playing surface suited to football and rugby competitions as well as casual training. Teams and community groups can book the fields through the City of Parramatta Council. Old Saleyards Reserve also has a fitness station with outdoor exercise equipment for public use, and outdoor fitness providers, including Rush Hour Australia, run classes and training sessions on the grounds.

Walking and Running Paths at Old Saleyards Reserve

Old Saleyards Reserve has walking and running paths throughout its 10.7 acres, suited to all fitness levels. Park benches and water fountains sit along the way for rests and drinks. Recent upgrades to shared walking and cycling paths have improved links between Old Saleyards Reserve and the surrounding parks of the Heart of Play precinct, so walkers and cyclists can continue beyond the reserve.

Sports teams and competitionsWalking and runningOutdoor fitness trainingFamily recreationLeashed dog walksCommunity events

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Arthur Phillip Park

📍 Northmead, NSW 2152

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Arthur Phillip Park is a community park in Northmead, upgraded in April 2024, with two sporting fields, outdoor fitness equipment and electric BBQs. Its standout feature is an inclusive, accessible playground for children aged 2–12, ringed by a 600-metre circuit track for walking, cycling and scootering.

Playground and Circuit Track at Arthur Phillip Park

Arthur Phillip Park has an inclusive, accessible playground designed for children aged 2–12. The playground has slides, climbing equipment, swings, monkey bars, a bouldering wall and a mini flying fox, plus nature play areas added in the upgrade. A 600-metre circuit track loops through the park for walking, cycling and scootering, so riders of different abilities can do laps while others play. The $1.24 million upgrade, completed in April 2024, also brought new landscaping and extra tree planting for shade.

Sports and Fitness at Arthur Phillip Park

Arthur Phillip Park has two sporting fields used for rugby league and soccer in winter and cricket in summer. A one-third basketball court suits casual shooting. The outdoor fitness equipment includes a chest press, leg raises, a multi-stretch station, a sit-up bench, pull-up bars, Roman rings, a shoulder mobility wheel and pull-downs. Covered picnic tables and electric BBQ facilities sit nearby, so the park works for both training sessions and family gatherings after a game.

Family playground timeWalking and cycling circuitCommunity sportsLeashed dog walkingOutdoor fitness trainingBBQ and picnicsAccessible recreationChildren aged 2–12

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Jones Park

📍 Parramatta, NSW 2150

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Jones Park is a versatile community park in Parramatta, NSW featuring three sports fields, a fenced playground for young children, a croquet court, cricket nets, and a community hall. The park's standout feature is its well-maintained sports facilities, which are popular with local soccer and cricket players.

Playground and Family Activities at Jones Park

Jones Park has a fenced playground designed for children aged 0 to 5. The playground at Jones Park features monkey bars, noughts and crosses, and climbing equipment. The playground sits at the corner of Banks and Burnett streets. Jones Park offers ample open green spaces suitable for picnics and casual games, making it ideal for family outings. Visitors appreciate the playground at Jones Park, noting it's a great spot for toddlers and young children. The park's open areas provide room for families to spread out and enjoy leisure activities together.

Sports Facilities and Recreation at Jones Park

Jones Park contains three sports fields available for soccer and other recreational activities. Jones Park features a croquet court and cricket nets for organised play. The sports fields at Jones Park are well-maintained and favoured by local sports enthusiasts. Jones Park includes a community hall available for hire. Visitors note that the soccer ovals at Jones Park can become waterlogged after rain, and the cricket pitches may affect running activities. The park's sports facilities make it a popular destination for leagues and recreational players seeking quality playing surfaces.

Families with young childrenSoccer and cricket playersPicnics and outdoor gatheringsToddlers and preschoolersSports teams and leaguesCommunity eventsCasual outdoor recreationLeashed dog walks

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Parramatta Park

📍 Parramatta, NSW 2150

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Parramatta Park is an 85-hectare UNESCO World Heritage site in Parramatta and home to Old Government House, Australia's oldest surviving public building. Its most notable feature for visitors is its network of walking and cycling paths, including the 3.1 km People's Loop Trail and the 3 km Heritage & Riverside Loop.

Walking and Cycling Paths at Parramatta Park

Parramatta Park has a 3.2-kilometre loop cycle lane and shared paths that connect to routes along the Parramatta River. The People's Loop Trail is a 3.1 km paved loop for walkers and cyclists, with scenic views, and it suits all fitness levels. The Heritage & Riverside Loop is a gentle 3 km circuit that joins riverside paths with historic landmarks and gardens. Along the tracks, visitors can spot some of the park's more than 140 wildlife species, including Grey-headed flying foxes and various bird species.

Playgrounds and Picnic Areas at Parramatta Park

Parramatta Park has two playgrounds for children. The Paperbark Playground near the George Street Gatehouse is designed to be inclusive for children of varied mobility levels, and the Domain Creek Playground on the Westmead side has equipment for all ages. Picnic shelters and tables with BBQ facilities suit family gatherings and group picnics, and public toilets are available throughout the grounds.

Family picnics with BBQWalking and cyclingKids playgroundsHistorical sitesLeashed dogsWildlife watchingWeekend outingsAccessible recreation

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Girraween Park

📍 Toongabbie, NSW 2146

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Girraween Park is a sports and recreation park in Toongabbie whose standout feature is a fully fenced off-leash dog area. It also has floodlit cricket and soccer fields, a children's playground, walking paths linking to a nearby cycleway, and toilets and changerooms for players and visitors.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Girraween Park

Girraween Park has a fully fenced off-leash dog area where dogs can exercise and socialise securely. Dogs in the area must stay under the effective control of a competent person and wear a collar with an ID tag. Owners must leash their dogs when entering and leaving the area and clean up after them using the bins provided. Aggressive, menacing and declared dangerous dogs are not allowed in the off-leash area, in line with the Companion Animals Act 1998.

Sports Fields at Girraween Park

Girraween Park has multiple cricket and soccer fields used for both casual play and organised matches. Floodlighting on the fields allows night games and training sessions, including through the winter months. Players can use the on-site changerooms and toilets, and a kiosk sells refreshments on event days. Spectator seating and shaded areas let visitors watch games in comfort, making the park a base for organised team competitions.

Off-leash dogsSoccer and cricket teamsFamily picnicsKids playgroundWalking and cyclingSports training at nightCommunity eventsCasual exercise

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Alderson Park

📍 Merrylands, NSW 2160

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Alderson Park is a community park at 25P Dorothy Street, Merrylands, with an upgraded, modern playground as its centrepiece. Active visitors can shoot baskets on its half-court, use the soccer goals or work out on outdoor gym gear, and its walking paths suit wheelchairs and strollers.

Playground and Sports at Alderson Park

Alderson Park has an upgraded, modernised playground designed to give children a safe and engaging place to play. Alderson Park also has a basketball half-court for shooting practice and friendly games, and soccer goals set in open space for casual matches. Outdoor gym equipment gives adults a place for free workouts. Together these facilities cater for visitors of different ages and fitness levels, from young children to people following an outdoor exercise routine.

Paths and Picnic Areas at Alderson Park

Alderson Park has walking and bike paths suited to all ages and abilities, and the paths accommodate strollers and wheelchairs. The paths suit both casual strolling and more active cycling. Shaded areas are spread through the grounds for resting during a walk or settling in for a picnic, and open green spaces give families and groups room to spread out for gatherings and social events.

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Granville Waratah Scoccer Football Club

📍 Parramatta, NSW 2150

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Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club is one of Australia's oldest soccer clubs based at Robin Thomas Reserve in Parramatta. The club operates two soccer fields and hosts inclusive programs for children aged 3 and up, including dedicated female football teams and the Waratah Bud Program for young players.

Soccer Fields and Sports Facilities at Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club

Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club operates two dedicated soccer fields at Robin Thomas Reserve. Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club Field 1 is a full-size field near Harris Street, used primarily for youth (12 years and up) and adult games. Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club Field 2 is a slightly smaller field configured for younger children's games (ages 5 to 11), though it also accommodates adult matches when needed. Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club includes a concrete cricket pitch covered with artificial grass centered between the fields. The reserve also features a historic sandstone clubhouse located on the northwestern edge of the field, built in the 1970s by club members using materials from a previous structure on the site. Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club is home to inclusive soccer programs for all age groups and skill levels.

Programs and Activities for Children at Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club

Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club offers the Waratah Bud Program for children aged 3 to 5, providing an introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club operates youth programs for children aged 5 to 11 and competitive teams for ages 12 and up. Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club maintains a strong female football program with all-girl teams beginning at Under 10s level. The club emphasizes inclusivity, community, respect, and excellence within a safe and supportive environment. Granville Waratah Soccer Football Club is designed to provide football opportunities for all members of the community, making it a family-friendly sporting facility.

Youth soccer trainingFamily soccer programsGirls' soccer teamsCommunity eventsYoung children footballAdult soccer competitionsClub picnics and BBQsLeashed dog walks

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Charles Herbert Reserve

📍 Northmead, NSW 2152

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Charles Herbert Reserve is a family-friendly park in Northmead, NSW featuring a children's playground with climbing gym, swings, and double slide. The reserve offers picnic areas, open green space, and a one-third-sized basketball court for casual recreation.

Playground and Recreation for Children

Charles Herbert Reserve has a children's playground equipped with a climbing gym, swings, and a double slide suitable for young children. Charles Herbert Reserve's playground provides safe recreational equipment for families visiting the reserve. The play area is accessible from the main entrance via the grassed path on Whitehaven Road. Note that starting February 2026, the City of Parramatta will undertake rock face stability work, which may temporarily close sections of the reserve including the playground for approximately 10 weeks. Charles Herbert Reserve remains an excellent destination for families with young children seeking outdoor play opportunities.

Picnic Areas and Relaxation Spaces

Charles Herbert Reserve has picnic tables and seating areas throughout the park, providing ideal spots for outdoor meals and gatherings. Charles Herbert Reserve offers open grassed areas perfect for spreading blankets and enjoying picnics with family and friends. Charles Herbert Reserve features ample space for relaxation and social gatherings in a natural outdoor setting. The picnic facilities make Charles Herbert Reserve suitable for family outings, casual lunch breaks, and small group events. Visitors can take advantage of the shaded seating areas while enjoying the reserve's natural surroundings.

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Opera House Park

📍 Granville, NSW 2142

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Opera House Park in Granville, NSW is a newly renovated 3-hectare community recreation space featuring modern playgrounds, sports facilities, and a fully enclosed off-leash dog area. The park reopened in August 2024 with comprehensive amenities including a BMX pump track, flying fox, exercise stations, and multipurpose courts.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Opera House Park

Opera House Park has a fully enclosed off-leash dog area where dogs can play freely in a secure space. The dedicated dog zone provides a safe environment for pet owners to exercise their dogs without leashes. Opera House Park's dog area is fenced, making it suitable for all dog sizes including small dogs. The enclosed space ensures other park visitors and local wildlife remain protected while dogs enjoy supervised off-leash play. This facility makes Opera House Park an excellent destination for dog owners seeking dedicated pet recreation space in Granville.

Playground and Bike Track at Opera House Park

Opera House Park features modern playground equipment designed for children aged 0 to 12, including climbing structures, swings, and slides. The park's playground provides age-appropriate activities to keep young children entertained in a safe, newly constructed environment. Opera House Park includes a BMX pump track catering to cycling enthusiasts and riders of varying skill levels. Opera House Park also features a flying fox ride, offering an exciting activity for thrill-seeking visitors. These facilities make Opera House Park highly suitable for families with young children seeking diverse recreational activities.

Off-leash dogsYoung childrenFamily picnicsSports and fitnessBMX ridersWheelchair accessible recreation

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Granville Park

📍 Merrylands, NSW 2160

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Granville Park is a 24-hour sports and recreation park in Merrylands with ten sports fields, the Eric Tweedale Stadium, playgrounds, a skate park and a 1.4-kilometre walking and cycling loop. Its most notable feature is the Laurie Ferguson Splash Park, a water play area with jets, misters and a cascading water feature.

Laurie Ferguson Splash Park at Granville Park

Granville Park contains the Laurie Ferguson Splash Park, a sensory-rich water play area for children of all ages. The splash park has interactive jets, misters, water pumps and a cascading water feature inspired by local First Nations stories, with separate zones for different age groups. Granville Park also has children's playgrounds with slides, swings, climbing frames and other play structures. Modern change facilities and toilets serve families using the splash park and the playgrounds.

Sports Fields and Eric Tweedale Stadium at Granville Park

Granville Park has ten sports fields used for cricket, football and rugby matches and training. The Eric Tweedale Stadium at Granville Park seats 760 spectators, has a 120-seat function room, and holds approximately 5,000 people in total with its grass hill, and it hosts regular rugby union events. The park also has cricket practice nets, basketball courts, change rooms, a referees' facility, electronic scoreboards and floodlighting for night games and training. Spectator seating at the fields is shaded.

Family days with splash parkKids' playgrounds and water playSports training and matchesWalking and cycling loopsWeekend picnics and BBQsCommunity events at stadiumSkateboardingAccessible recreation

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Barton Park

📍 North Parramatta, NSW 2151

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Barton Park is a community athletics venue in North Parramatta, built around a 400-metre, eight-lane oval track with long jump pits and throwing cages. It also has a fenced, sensory-based playground for children aged 0 to 5, outdoor fitness equipment and picnic tables.

Athletics Track at Barton Park

Barton Park has a 400-metre oval track with eight lanes, used for senior and junior athletics in both summer and winter seasons. A separate 17-lane straight track serves sprints and hurdles. Field events are catered for with two synthetic long jump pits on full-length runways and throwing cages for shot put and discus. Barton Park hosts school sports carnivals and events run by the Parramatta City Athletics Club.

Playground at Barton Park

Barton Park has a skill and sensory-based playspace designed for children aged 0 to 5. The equipment includes slides, swings with a baby swing, balancing posts, a timber and rope bridge and a seesaw. The play area is partially fenced, with a gate and fencing on the street side, and is surfaced with synthetic grass. Grassy areas next to the playground give families extra room to spread out.

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Frequently asked questions

Which Parramatta parks have soccer fields?

Parks with confirmed sports facilities in Parramatta typically include grassed ovals suitable for soccer. Check individual park listings for goal posts and pitch specifics.

Do Parramatta soccer parks have change rooms?

Larger sports reserves in Parramatta with organised competition fields have change room facilities. Check individual park listings for change room confirmation.

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