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  5. /River Foreshore Reserve

River Foreshore Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 29 May 2026

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River Foreshore Reserve is a green riverside reserve in Parramatta with a walking path, shade and a playground. Dogs are welcome on-leash, kept clear of playgrounds, with seating and parking on hand. The riverside path makes for an easy, pleasant walk. A relaxed on-leash spot by the river.

Dog rules

Dogs are permitted on-leash under the NSW Companion Animals Act. Dogs must be under effective control at all times. Dogs prohibited within 10m of playgrounds and play equipment. Check on-site signage for any additional restrictions.

At a glance

On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
Shade availableVenue website
Grassy areaVenue website
Parking nearbyFrom reviews
Walking pathAdmin team verified
Seating availableAdmin team verified
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1 Elizabeth St, Parramatta NSW 2150
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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

PGPeter G.
Google Maps
★★★★☆10 months ago

There is a very pleasant walk along the Parramatta River, from Parramatta Park, to the ferry wharf and further East. In some sections you can walk on both sides of the river. Currently ( August 2025 ) the Powerhouse museum is being built. The is a playground with a slippery dip and climbing nets, on the North Side opposite the PHM There are public toilets above the ferry wharf

PBPraveen B.
Google Maps
★★★★★6 years ago

This is a great place for family. - Walk and talk along the river side walk in the summer evening ( from 8 pm we get free parking) - This place has flight of pigeons, we love to feed them. Sometimes we could spot Black Swan as well. - This Park has a small play area for kids - public restroom is also available - I love this place after a moderate rain

KKKan K.
Google Maps
★★★★★6 months ago

8km/10,000 steps loop starting at Parra Park, Parra Warf and crossing over pedestrian overhead bridge back to Parra Park. Calm and relaxing as well as busy loop. Lots of enthusiatic walkers, joggers, cyclists, kids and recreational fishing activities happening around this loop.

ƊVƊΙИΞЅĦ V.
Google Maps
★★★★★2 years ago

Great park, plenty of spots to sit down and have a picnic. A small playground for children, the slide is very long. Can have a nice romantic walk along the river.

DSDeepa S.
Google Maps
★★★★★4 years ago

Parramatta is one of the best residential area. One can love this area as there is a river , bridge, park and one can catch ferry easily. There will be many events held in this reserve. One can go for a morning or evening walk or cycling along the river. Once there was kayaking held ,and we loved it. There is a small man-made waterfall too on the bridge which adds to its beauty. We can spot lots of pigeons, few pelican and swans.kids love the big slider, sand area,rope walk. Good place for day out with family.

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