Gainsborough Chase Reserve

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Updated 15 Apr 2026

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Gainsborough Chase Reserve is a dog-friendly park in Kiama Downs with plenty of shade.

Dog rules

Dogs must be kept on-leash and are only permitted on perimeter footpaths of public parks within the Kiama Municipal Council area. Dogs are not permitted in park interiors. Dogs are not permitted on beaches unless within a designated off-leash beach area, in Minnamurra River water areas, or in Crooked River. Dogs are not permitted within 10 metres of children's playgrounds or food preparation/consumption areas, or on active sports fields during organised sport. Dog faeces must be immediately removed and properly disposed of. Source: Kiama Municipal Council – Dog off-leash areas (kiama.nsw.gov.au/Services/Animals/Dog-off-leash-areas)

At a glance

Shade availableFrom reviews
Parking nearbyFrom reviews
Toilets nearbyFrom reviews
On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
Thornett Way, Kiama Downs NSW 2533

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

Amanda B.
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★★★★★5 years ago

Toilets available, large flat areas, fantastic park and great parking

Jason W.
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★★★★3 years ago

A large open space with fairly modern play equipment. Has generous amounts of grassed areas and benches, plus some good tree canopy cover providing great shady spots in hot days

JB B.
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★★★★5 years ago

Great spot for the kids to run around and play

Annette H.
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★★★★6 years ago

Great walk area and kids playground with flying fox

Simpleguy A.
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★★★★8 years ago

Nice park plenty of room + a good mix of playground equipment for kids

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