Rose Bay Park
Rose Bay Park is a harbourside reserve in Rose Bay whose standout feature is Bellamy Beach, a sandy public beach with direct water access. The park also has an unfenced playground, shaded picnic areas beneath shady trees, and views across the harbour to the city skyline and Shark Island.
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About Rose Bay Park
Bellamy Beach and Harbour Views at Rose Bay Park
Rose Bay Park includes Bellamy Beach, a sandy public beach that lies directly between the park's grass and the water, so visitors can move from lawn to sand without leaving the reserve. The shoreline of Rose Bay Park looks across the harbour to the city skyline and Shark Island, and it is a popular spot for watching the harbour. Walking paths run along the shoreline and connect to the marina route. Rose Bay Park also has dinghy storage bays for hire, which suit people who keep a small boat on the harbour.
Playground and Picnic Areas at Rose Bay Park
Rose Bay Park has an unfenced softfall playground with natural shade, a climbing frame and a gyro spinner for children. Rose Bay Park provides park benches, picnic tables and shaded picnic areas beneath lots of shady trees. Picnic lawns give larger groups room to spread out, and families can settle in for a relaxed lunch close to the play equipment while children use the climbing frame and spinner.
Dog Rules at Rose Bay Park
Rose Bay Park permits dogs on a leash at all times and has no off-leash area. Dogs may not enter the children's playground at Rose Bay Park, and they must stay at least 10 metres away from any play equipment provided for children. A leashed walk along the picturesque marina towards Bellamy Beach is a popular route for dog owners, who need to keep their dogs under control near the shoreline and the picnic areas.
Facilities at Rose Bay Park
Visitor tips for Rose Bay Park
- ✓Ask Woollahra Council about hiring a dinghy storage bay if you keep a small boat on the harbour.
Getting to Rose Bay Park
592B New South Head Road, Rose Bay NSW 2029, between Point Piper Marina and Rose Bay Marina. The park sits on the other side of the ferry wharf from the marina, so it is easy to reach on foot from the Rose Bay ferry stop. On-street parking nearby is limited, and paid parking may apply.
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- 📍Point Piper Marina
- 📍Rose Bay Marina
- 📍Rose Bay Foreshore
- 📍Percival Park
- 📍Shark Island
Frequently asked questions about Rose Bay Park
Can I take my dog to Rose Bay Park?
Yes, but only on a lead. Dogs have to keep out of the playground and well clear of the children's equipment.
Is the playground at Rose Bay Park fenced?
No, the softfall playground has no fence, so young children need close supervision.
Does Rose Bay Park have a beach?
Yes, the sandy Bellamy Beach is part of the park and gives direct access to the harbour.
Is there parking at Rose Bay Park?
Only limited spaces on the street, and you may have to pay.
What are the opening hours for Rose Bay Park?
Rose Bay Park is open daily, from around midnight to 11:59 PM.