Waterloo Park
Waterloo Park is a large neighbourhood park on Elizabeth Street at McEvoy Street in Waterloo, with an off-leash dog area open at all times outside the playground, oval and courts. It also has a partially fenced playground, an outdoor fitness area, a half-court basketball area and public toilets, all run by the City of Sydney.
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Playground at Waterloo Park
Waterloo Park has a partially fenced playground with slide, swing and climbing play equipment, suitable for all ages. The City of Sydney lists the playground for infants and pre-schoolers as well as primary school students. Shaded areas are included in the playground, and a half-court basketball area sits beside it. Barbecues are included at the playground, so families can cook and play in the same visit.
Outdoor Fitness Area at Waterloo Park
Waterloo Park has a completed outdoor fitness area with exercise equipment and furniture, including bars, poles and benches. Bike racks and water bubblers are set up within the fitness area, so visitors can lock a bike and get a drink while they exercise. The City of Sydney lists the park as suitable for outdoor exercise, and the adjacent Waterloo Oval is listed for basketball, rugby and cricket.
Off-Leash Dog Area at Waterloo Park
Dogs can be off-leash at all times across Waterloo Park. Off-leash access does not extend to the playground, the adjacent Waterloo Oval, the courts or the skate park, where dogs are prohibited. Dog owners can therefore exercise dogs on the open grounds of the large neighbourhood park while keeping them out of the play and sports areas.
Facilities at Waterloo Park
Visitor tips for Waterloo Park
- ✓Dogs must be leashed or kept out of the playground, the adjacent oval, the courts and the skate park, so use the open grounds for off-leash exercise.
- ✓The playground is only partially fenced, so keep young children within sight of the play equipment.
Getting to Waterloo Park
Waterloo Park is on Elizabeth Street at the corner of McEvoy Street, Waterloo NSW 2017. Green Square station is about 600 m away.
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- 📍Waterloo Oval
- 📍Alexandria Park
- 📍La Piazzetta (restaurant, about 100 m)
Frequently asked questions about Waterloo Park
Is Waterloo Park a dog off-leash park?
Yes, dogs can be off-leash at all times across Waterloo Park. They are prohibited in the playground, the adjacent oval, the courts and the skate park.
Does Waterloo Park have a playground?
Waterloo Park has a partially fenced playground with slide, swing and climbing equipment, suitable for all ages.
Are there barbecues at Waterloo Park?
Yes, barbecues are included at the Waterloo Park playground.
Are there toilets at Waterloo Park?
Yes, the park has public toilets on site.
Is there an outdoor gym at Waterloo Park?
Yes, the park has an outdoor fitness area with bars, poles and benches.