Watt Park
📍 Lavender Bay, NSW 2060 · Managed by North Sydney Council
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Watt Park is a harbourside green space at 7 Lavender Crescent, Lavender Bay NSW 2060, managed by North Sydney Council. Its standout feature is a 24-hour, unfenced off-leash dog area that opens directly onto the harbour and includes a small sandy beach.
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About Watt Park
Off-Leash Dog Area at Watt Park
Watt Park has a 24-hour off-leash dog area that is unfenced and opens directly onto the harbour. The off-leash area at Watt Park includes a small sandy beach. Only dogs with reliable recall and comfort around water are suited to the off-leash area at Watt Park. Dogs are welcome elsewhere in Watt Park as long as they stay at least 10 metres away from the playground. Dogs must be leashed inside Wendy's Secret Garden, which sits next door to Watt Park. Owners visiting Watt Park with a dog should plan their route around the unfenced harbour edge, the 10-metre playground buffer and the leash rules at Wendy's Secret Garden.
Family Facilities at Watt Park
Watt Park has a nautical-themed kids' playground with seesaws, swings and slides. Watt Park has picnic tables set among shade from mature exotic trees. Watt Park has public toilets, a drinking water point and a water station for visitors. Watt Park is a scenic green space with a tranquil environment for relaxation and leisure activities. The playground and picnic tables sit within the same green space, so families can use both during a single visit.
Getting Around Watt Park
Watt Park is located at 7 Lavender Crescent, Lavender Bay NSW 2060. Watt Park has limited on-street parking, and spaces can be hard to find on the narrow local roads. Watt Park has walking paths and walkways for getting around the park. Mature exotic trees provide shade across the grounds of Watt Park. Watt Park has wheelchair access and night lighting. Public access to Watt Park is managed by North Sydney Council as part of the Lavender Bay Parklands. Watt Park is open 24 hours.
Activities at Watt Park
Facilities at Watt Park
Visitor tips for Watt Park
- ✓Keep dogs at least 10 metres away from the playground.
- ✓Leash dogs inside Wendy's Secret Garden next door.
- ✓Only take dogs with reliable recall and comfort around water to the off-leash area.
- ✓Allow extra time to find a parking spot, as on-street parking is limited on narrow local roads.
- ✓Visit the off-leash area to reach the small sandy beach beside the harbour.
- ✓Picnic tables at Watt Park sit under shade from mature exotic trees.
Getting to Watt Park
7 Lavender Crescent, Lavender Bay NSW 2060. On-street parking is very limited and can be hard to find on the narrow local roads, with a limited amount of parking available.
Open in Google Maps →Nearby Lavender Bay
- 📍Wendy's Secret Garden (next door)
- 📍Lavender Bay Parklands
- 📍Lavender Bay
- 📍The harbour
Frequently asked questions about Watt Park
Is Watt Park in Lavender Bay a good place to take my dog?
Watt Park has a 24-hour, unfenced off-leash dog area that opens directly onto the harbour and includes a small sandy beach. It suits dogs with reliable recall and comfort around water. Dogs must be leashed inside Wendy's Secret Garden next door and must stay at least 10 metres from the playground.
Can I let my dog off-leash at Watt Park in Lavender Bay?
Yes, Watt Park has an off-leash dog area that is open 24 hours a day. The area is unfenced and opens directly onto the harbour. It is best used by dogs with reliable recall and comfort around water.
Does Watt Park have a playground for kids?
Watt Park has a nautical-themed kids' playground with seesaws, swings and slides. Dogs must stay at least 10 metres away from the playground. The playground sits within the park's shaded green space.
Is there parking near Watt Park in Lavender Bay, and how much does it cost?
Watt Park has limited on-street parking on the narrow local roads nearby. Spaces can be hard to find, so allow extra time to park. The park is located at 7 Lavender Crescent, Lavender Bay NSW 2060.
What are the opening hours for Watt Park?
Watt Park is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This includes the off-leash dog area, which is also open around the clock. The park is managed by North Sydney Council.
Are there public toilets at Watt Park?
Yes, Watt Park has public toilets. The park also has a drinking water point and a water station for visitors. Wheelchair access is available at the park.