Melrose Park
Melrose Park is a recreation reserve on Fitzgerald Street, Katoomba, that combines Melrose Oval, a skate park, a playground and bushland. Its most notable feature is the shared off-leash dog area on the oval. Toilets, park benches and picnic tables support day visits across its 7.4 acres.
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About Melrose Park
Off-Leash Dog Area at Melrose Park
Melrose Park has a shared off-leash dog area on Melrose Oval, which the council lists as a space dogs share with other park users. The park has partial fencing only, so owners should treat it as unfenced and bring only dogs with reliable recall. Melrose Park provides a poo bag dispenser for dog owners. There is no water station for dogs at Melrose Park.
Playground and Skate Park at Melrose Park
Melrose Park has a modern playground with ramps for bikes, scooters and skateboards. The Melrose family skate park sits in the same grounds and gives older children and teenagers a dedicated riding space. Melrose Park has no lighting for night use, so the playground and skate park are daytime facilities. Families can combine the playground, skate park and oval in a single visit.
Oval and Walking Trails at Melrose Park
Melrose Oval is a well-maintained oval with a cricket field, and Melrose Park is used for cricket and kite flying. The open oval suits birthday parties and family gatherings, with picnic tables and park benches for shared meals. Melrose Park has scenic trails and well-maintained paths through bushland for walking, running and hiking, and the terrain suits all skill levels.
Facilities at Melrose Park
Visitor tips for Melrose Park
- ✓Bring water for your dog and a spare poo bag.
- ✓Bring your own coffee or snacks, as there are no food options within walking distance.
Getting to Melrose Park
Fitzgerald Street, Katoomba NSW 2780. Street parking is available, and the park has its own parking lot.
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Can I let my dog off-leash at Melrose Park?
Yes, the oval is a shared off-leash area. Fencing is only partial, so it suits dogs with reliable recall.
Is there a playground at Melrose Park for kids?
Yes. Kids can use the modern playground with ramps for riding, plus the family skate park.
Are there toilets at Melrose Park?
Yes, although they are sometimes locked.
Is there parking at Melrose Park?
You can park on the street or in the park's own lot.
What are the opening hours for Melrose Park?
The park is open 24 hours unless booked, but there are no lights after dark.