Mackenzie Reserve
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Mackenzie Reserve is a popular dog-friendly park in Budgewoi where dogs are welcome on lead. The park also has shaded areas, BBQs, parking, and toilets nearby.
Dog rules
Dogs are welcome on leash. Keep your dog under control and follow signs on site. (Source: Central Coast.)
At a glance
On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
Shade availableFrom reviews
Parking nearbyFrom reviews
Toilets nearbyFrom reviews
BBQsFrom reviews
2a Weemala St, Budgewoi NSW 2262
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
★★★★★6 months ago
Great playground. Flying foxes, swings, slide and climbing tower with the lake for water activities and a bridge to climb over with a bike path. Tables and shelters. Bathroom facilities. Playground shaded by a mini paperback bush and trees. Will be back!
★★★★★1 year ago
A beautiful, clean and spacious park — perfect for a family day out! There’s plenty of room for kids of all ages to play and explore. The large trees provide natural shade, making it pleasantly cool even on warm days. It’s close to the water, with a nice spot for fishing too. The kids absolutely loved it — we’ll definitely be back!
★★★★★1 year ago
Such a beautiful hidden gem on the northern end of the Central Coast. Lots of parking. Beautiful waterfront reserve for bbqs/picnics. Excellent playground and undercover, lit eating area.
★★★★★1 year ago
One of the best playgrounds I've ever seen! Toilets are immaculate, BBQ areas perfectly well maintained, zipline for kids, swings and climbing equipment are awesome. And incredible panoramic views of the river on one side and lake on the other. Magical.
★★★★☆6 months ago
Excellent park for families, for groups, huge covered area in wet weather. Great views right on Lake Macquarie
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