Willow Park
📍 Hornsby, NSW 2077 · Managed by Hornsby Shire Council
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Willow Park is a fully fenced, family-friendly park in Hornsby NSW featuring extensive playground equipment for toddlers through older children, sheltered picnic areas, BBQ facilities, and accessible paved walking paths suitable for all ages and abilities.
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About Willow Park
Playground and Bike Track Facilities
Willow Park features a large variety of playground equipment suitable for toddlers through to older children. The park includes dedicated kids' bike tracks, providing a safe environment for young riders to develop cycling skills. All equipment is situated within the fully fenced park boundary, ensuring a secure play environment. Willow Park's playground structures cater to multiple age groups, making it an inclusive destination for families with children of varying ages and abilities.
Picnic, BBQ and Shelter Areas
Willow Park has sheltered picnic tables and shaded seating areas throughout the grounds, providing comfortable spaces for family meals and relaxation. BBQ facilities are available for public use, enabling visitors to cook food during gatherings. Willow Park provides ample shaded areas to protect visitors from sun exposure during warm weather. The combination of picnic infrastructure and natural shade makes Willow Park suitable for day trips, birthday celebrations, and community events.
Accessibility and Getting Around
Willow Park features paved walking paths that are accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, ensuring ease of movement throughout the park. The park includes accessible toilet facilities on-site. Willow Park is located approximately 550 metres from Waitara Train Station, making it easily accessible by public transport. On-site parking is limited, so visitors are advised to plan ahead; alternative parking is available at nearby Westfield Hornsby shopping centre, which offers three hours of free parking for non-members.
Essential Park Amenities
Willow Park provides drinking water facilities and on-site public toilets for visitor convenience. The park is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, allowing access at any time. Willow Park's combination of amenities—water, toilets, and shaded seating—supports extended visits. Note that toilet facilities at Willow Park are basic and lack baby-changing facilities, which may affect families with very young children.
Activities at Willow Park
Facilities at Willow Park
Visitor tips for Willow Park
- ✓Plan parking carefully as on-site parking is limited; consider walking or using Waitara Train Station nearby
- ✓Bring water and sunscreen despite ample shaded areas, as sun exposure varies throughout the day
- ✓Toilets are basic with no baby-changing facilities, so families with infants should plan accordingly
- ✓The fully fenced park provides a secure environment for children to play independently
- ✓Visit during morning or late afternoon to avoid peak heat and crowding
- ✓BBQ facilities are first-come-first-served, so arrive early if planning a group gathering
Getting to Willow Park
27 Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby NSW 2077. On-site parking is limited; alternative parking available at Westfield Hornsby (3 hours free for non-members). Accessible via Waitara Train Station, approximately 550 metres away.
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- 📍Waitara Train Station (550 metres)
- 📍Westfield Hornsby shopping centre
Frequently asked questions about Willow Park
Does Willow Park have a fenced dog area?
No, Willow Park does not have a dedicated off-leash dog area. Dogs must be kept on-leash. Hornsby Shire Council operates several dedicated off-leash dog parks nearby, including Asquith Park, Rofe Park, and Ruddock Park, which feature double-gate entrances and waste facilities.
What playgrounds are available at Willow Park in Hornsby?
Willow Park features a large variety of playground equipment suitable for toddlers through to older children. The park also includes dedicated kids' bike tracks, providing a safe environment for young riders. All equipment is situated within the fully fenced park boundary.
Are there BBQ facilities at Willow Park Hornsby?
Yes, Willow Park has barbecue facilities available for public use. The park also provides sheltered picnic tables and shaded seating areas, making it ideal for family gatherings and group events.
Are there public toilets at Willow Park Hornsby?
Yes, on-site toilet facilities are available at Willow Park, including accessible facilities. Note that toilets are basic and lack baby-changing facilities, which may affect families with very young children.
Is there free parking at Willow Park Hornsby?
On-site parking at Willow Park is limited. For additional parking, Westfield Hornsby shopping centre offers 3 hours of free parking for non-members and 4 hours for members. Many visitors opt to walk to the park or use Waitara Train Station, located approximately 550 metres away.
Is Willow Park accessible for people with disabilities?
Yes, Willow Park features paved walking paths that are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. The park provides accessible toilet facilities on-site. The fully fenced, level layout makes movement throughout the park manageable for visitors with mobility considerations.