Swadling Park
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Swadling Park is a park in Toowoon Bay. Dogs are generally allowed on a lead in NSW public parks unless signs say otherwise — but the rules here aren't confirmed, so check local signage before visiting.
Dog rules
–Central Coast Council's "Guide to being PAWSOME!" booklet states: "When exercising in a public place, keep your dog on a lead and under the control of a competent person." "This means when you are outside your home, including on the footpath, your dog must be on a lead — except in designated dog off-leash exercise areas." The booklet also notes that under the Companion Animals Act 1998, dogs are prohibited from schools, shopping centres, beaches (except in designated areas), food preparation areas, playgrounds and wildlife protection areas. This park is not on Central Coast Council's published off-leash list, so the council's general on-leash rule applies. (Source: Central Coast Council — "Guide to being PAWSOME!" Responsible Pet Ownership booklet, centralcoast.nsw.gov.au.)
At a glance
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203 Bay Rd, Toowoon Bay NSW 2261
Before you go
- ℹ️Dog access hasn’t been confirmed — best to check before visiting.
- 💧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
★★★★★4 years ago
It's a beautiful looking park for sure. BBQ'S, undercover seating, plenty of grass to sit and enjoy a picnic too. Beach access, bathrooms, parking is good but it would get very busy in peck times. The play area has rope climbing, rock climbing, swings, a small slide and a large slide. My only issue is the large slide isn't easy to get to, so a child under 6 would struggle. The smaller slide is good for upto 2 so there's a cap in age appropriate equipment for 2 - 5. If you have an adventurous kid they may be ok though getting up. My 6 year old was fine but our friends 3 year old wasn't. Park is semi fenced and had shade sails over most equipment, soft floor covered a big part of the playspace. Definitely a good park for a play just be ready to lift your child to the slide. CC365 Visited check out our other playspace reviews on our website. Search CC365.
★★★★☆7 years ago
I found plenty of parking spaces and great views over the pacfic ocean. Well worth the trip down the steps to the beach and the climb back up again. My favourite swimming and sunbaking spot.
★☆☆☆☆9 months ago
I guess “geniuses” who designed it never seen sunny hot day. 2/3 is under direct sun and no shades.
★★★★☆9 months ago
My partner and I walk from Toowoon to The Entrance along the beach regulary and the water is usually very clean and inviting. Swaddling park gets quite busy over the weekends in summer and during the warmer holidays. There are good food options close by and entertainment in the park run by the council on most weekends.
★★★★★2 years ago
Great little spot in Central Coast. Few picnic benches and park for kids to run and play around. Quick access to Toowoon Beach.
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