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Thomson Park

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 18 June 2026

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Thomson Park is a well-regarded dog-friendly park in Crows Nest where dogs are welcome on lead. You'll find toilets nearby, while The Great Northern Hotel is around 800 metres away for an easy post-walk drink.

Dog rules

Dogs can be exercised on leash in almost all parks and public spaces. Dogs are not permitted within 10 metres of play areas or playgrounds, public bathing areas, school grounds, childcare centres, Wildlife Protection Areas, during organised sport, or some food service and preparation areas. Source: Willoughby City Council – Off-leash areas (willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Residents/Pet-ownership/Dog-ownership/Off-leash-areas)

At a glance

On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
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Artarmon NSW 2064
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Nearby dog-friendly spots

Pubs & Bars

Buckle Cafe Distillery
750m
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The Great Northern Hotel
800m
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Depot Brewery
750m
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Artarmon Park
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Before you go

  • 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
  • 🌳No shade confirmed — take it easy on warmer days.
  • 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.

What people say

JWJonelle W.
Google Maps
★★☆☆☆5 months ago

Really busy park. Toilets did not open at 7am as stated on the website. Too urban to feel like an escape from the city.

JMJess M.
Google Maps
★★★★★5 months ago

Great park! Good playground. Great space to go scootering and not too busy.

WRWise R.
Google Maps
★★★★★8 months ago

An open park suitable for football and basketball training as well as running and fitness exercises.

SCStephen C.
Google Maps
★★★★★1 year ago

Great soccer field and running or jogging track around the soccer field. It's safe and great lighting for evening exercise and fun with the kids

DNDustan N.
Google Maps
★★★★★6 years ago

Such a beautiful park, for people of all ages. Kids run around, adults play and old men walk around remembering those good old days. The playground is big enough for different kinds of sports. It is a good spot for kids to play around as well.

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