George Kendall Riverside Park
George Kendall Riverside Park in Ermington is a 27.2-hectare municipal park on the northern bank of the Parramatta River, with an off-leash dog area on its eastern side near Gregory and Trumper streets. Its playspace, tennis and basketball courts, cricket pitch and electric barbecues are among its other facilities.
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About George Kendall Riverside Park
Off-Leash Dog Area at George Kendall Riverside Park
George Kendall Riverside Park has an off-leash dog area on its eastern side, near the corner of Gregory and Trumper streets. The area is fully fenced and split into two zones, a Quiet Zone for senior, timid or less social dogs and a Playful Zone for energetic and social dogs. Water stations and bowls are set throughout the enclosure, and modern double-gate airlocks control entry and exit. The dog area sits within an 18-hectare riverside precinct along the Parramatta River, so owners can choose the zone that suits their dog's temperament and energy.
Sports Grounds and Courts at George Kendall Riverside Park
The sports grounds at George Kendall Riverside Park are used for cricket, football and baseball, and the cricket pitch, association football fields and a baseball field sit on the same site. Ermington United Soccer Club uses the park as its home ground. The reserve also has tennis courts, a basketball court, a netball court and multi-purpose courts for ball games. Bookings for the courts and fields are handled online through Parramatta Bookable.
Facilities at George Kendall Riverside Park
Visitor tips for George Kendall Riverside Park
- ✓Sportsground wet-weather status is posted on the City of Parramatta's Sportsground Status page, so check it before travelling to a game or training session.
- ✓Courts and fields can be booked online through Parramatta Bookable, or by phone on 02 9806 5050.
Getting to George Kendall Riverside Park
38 Spofforth Street, Ermington NSW 2115, on the Ermington side of Silverwater Bridge along the Parramatta River. Parking is off-street, with street parking on Broadoaks Street, Trumble Avenue and Boyle Street; Trumble Avenue or Boyle Street are the closest options for the courts and playspace.
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- 📍Silverwater Bridge
- 📍Parramatta Valley Cycleway
- 📍Parramatta River
Frequently asked questions about George Kendall Riverside Park
Is George Kendall Riverside Park dog friendly?
Yes, the eastern side has a fully fenced off-leash dog area with a quiet zone for timid or senior dogs and a playful zone for energetic dogs.
Does George Kendall Riverside Park have a playground?
Yes, the playspace is aimed at children aged 0 to 12 and has swings, climbing equipment, a balance beam and a slide under shade sails.
Are there toilets at George Kendall Riverside Park?
Yes, the park has public toilets in an amenities block, along with drinking fountains.
Where can I park at George Kendall Riverside Park?
Parking is off-street, with street parking on Broadoaks Street, Trumble Avenue and Boyle Street.