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Gladstone Park

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Updated 24 May 2026

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Gladstone Park is a popular Balmain park with open grass, shade and a playground, a favourite with local families. Dogs are welcome on-leash, and there is room for an easy walk among the activities, with toilets and seating on hand. It is a comfortable, well-used spot for a relaxed visit. A pleasant on-leash neighbourhood park.

Dog rules

Inner West Council's "Dog exercise areas" page states: "By law, dogs must be on a leash in public places unless the area is a designated off-leash area." This venue is not listed as a designated off-leash area on Inner West Council's Dog exercise areas page.

At a glance

On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
Shade availableFrom reviews
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Darling Street, Darvall St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia
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Before you go

  • 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
  • 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.

What people say

JKJohn K.
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★★★★☆2 years ago

With lots of activities to indulge in, it is little wonder why this park is a favourite for families. Choose between active or passive activities and enjoy a fun day in the outdoors. Whether you would like to enjoy a relaxed family picnic or would love to indulge in a game of basketball, this park has it all for you. There is also a playground at the park, with the shaded play area having soft play structures to ensure that the kids have a safe place to play. Gladstone Park also has a basketball court on site for older kids and adults. There's a half size tennis court During your visit, head on over to the Gladstone Park Bowling Club. This is a favourite for visitors in larger groups who wish to compete in a game of lawn bowls. Make sure you visit the established gardens on site at the park as well. Other amenities at the park include picnic tables and toilets – located right outside the park. Dogs are allowed here, and the park is open to visitors of all ages. While there is no cafe on location, there are plenty of places to eat near the park. Parking is available on Booth Street, and the park is easily accessible using public means. The playground was to busy for me to take photos even though it was Saturday It is important to note that Gladstone Park Balmain is generally busy during lunch hour as kids from the nearby Balmain Primary School use the park’s ground as their playground.

GFGregory F.
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★★★★☆3 months ago

Neat simple park with modern toilets.

DNDaniel N.
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★★★★★6 months ago

This park is well maintained. The public toilets have just been upgraded.

GSGlyn S.
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★★★★☆10 months ago

Good for a stroll and has shades benches under trees

ᒎメᒎuᏝ メ.
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★★★★★1 year ago

Well, my trees of jouvence grow there serenely…, It’s where - in my recent journey through life - I can peacefully reconcile how that tiny little bit of piece of rock & soil from Balmain to Birchgrove was the background of the worst in humanity and the most welcoming generosity.

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