Milson Park
Milson Park is a harbourside park in Kirribilli on Sydney's lower North Shore. Its standout feature is a large central grassed area where dogs can run off leash. The park also has a playground, public toilets, picnic tables and a drinking-water bubbler.
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About Milson Park
Off-Leash Dog Area at Milson Park
Milson Park has a large central grassed area where dogs are welcome off leash. Dogs are not permitted within 10 metres of the playground, so the children's play space is kept clear of pets. Dog tidy bag dispensers are available in the park, so owners can clean up after their dogs. Owners should keep their dogs out of the playground area at all times.
Heritage Plantings at Milson Park
Milson Park has significant cultural heritage plantings dating from 1912, including tall palms, spreading figs and other specimen trees. Flowering jacaranda trees bloom in late spring, adding colour to the park's mature planting. The palms, figs and jacarandas give the park an established, green character along the harbour edge. The plantings are described as significant cultural heritage, and they are the park's most established feature.
Facilities at Milson Park
Getting to Milson Park
Milson Park is about a five-minute walk from Milson Point railway station, and a 10-minute walk along High Street from North Sydney ferry wharf. Limited on-street parking is available in the surrounding streets, and finding a spot can be difficult.
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- 📍Sydney Flying Squadron
- 📍Bradfield Park
Frequently asked questions about Milson Park
Can dogs go off leash at Milson Park?
Yes, dogs can run off leash on the large central grassed area, but they must stay at least 10 metres away from the playground.
Does Milson Park have toilets?
Yes, public toilets are available in the park, alongside picnic tables, seating and lighting.
Can you launch a kayak at Milson Park?
Yes, a boat ramp on the seawall near the Sydney Flying Squadron is for kayaks and small dinghies.
Is Milson Park close to a train station?
Yes, Milson Point railway station is about a five-minute walk away.