Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is a riverside park on Peake Ave in Rhodes NSW 2138, best known for its fully fenced off-leash dog area, Lower Phoenix Park, which is lit until 10 pm daily. It also has a medium-sized district playground with a large rope net, BBQ facilities and picnic areas on open lawns.
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About Phoenix Park
Off-Leash Dog Area at Phoenix Park
Lower Phoenix Park, the dog area at Phoenix Park, is a small space near apartment buildings, so noise from the surrounding area can be noticeable. A double-gated entry gives owners a controlled way in and out, and the lighting lets dogs keep running into the evening. The grass near the gates has worn down to dirt, and the whole area turns boggy and muddy after rain, leaving uneven ground underfoot in wet weather.
Playground at Phoenix Park
The playground at Phoenix Park is built around a large rope net. Its equipment includes a birds-nest swing, a slide under shade cloth, a rock climbing feature, a climbing net and imagination play pieces, all over soft-fall surfacing. The Wangal Wall artwork forms part of the play area, in keeping with the artist-inspired, colourful design of the park, which opened in January 2016. The play area itself has no shade.
Picnics and BBQs at Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park has BBQ facilities and picnic areas set among open lawns, giving families and groups room to spread out for an outdoor meal close to the playground. Walking and cycling paths run through Phoenix Park, and the riverbank offers an easy walk before or after a picnic. Toilets are located near the playground stairs and walkways, a short distance from the BBQ and picnic areas.
Facilities at Phoenix Park
Visitor tips for Phoenix Park
- ✓Bring water for your dog, as the off-leash area has no reliable water source.
- ✓Pack hats and sunscreen for children using the playground.
- ✓Wear shoes that can handle mud if you visit the dog area after rain.
Getting to Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is on Peake Ave, Rhodes NSW 2138. The playground is at the corner of Shoreline Drive and Gauthorpe Street, and the Lower Phoenix Park dog area is on Shoreline Drive.
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Frequently asked questions about Phoenix Park
Is there an off-leash dog area at Phoenix Park?
Yes, dogs can run off the lead in Lower Phoenix Park, the fenced section, which has double gates.
Is the playground at Phoenix Park good for young kids?
Yes, young children can use the birds-nest swing, climbing net and imagination play equipment, and soft-fall surfacing covers the ground beneath them.
Are there toilets at Phoenix Park?
Yes, there are toilets beside the playground stairs and walkways.
What are the opening hours of Phoenix Park?
Phoenix Park opens from 7 am to 8 pm Sunday to Friday and is listed as closed on Saturdays, while the dog area lights stay on until 10 pm.
Can you have a BBQ at Phoenix Park?
Yes, the park has BBQ facilities next to its picnic areas and open lawns.