Fawcett Park
Fawcett Park is a dog-friendly park in Ballina with plenty of shade. Just 100m away, Sparrow Coffee - Ballina is a nearby spot to stop in after your walk.
Dog rules
Dogs are welcome on-leash at this park. Under the NSW Companion Animals Act, dogs must be kept on a leash in all public areas except designated off-leash zones. Ballina Shire Council has seven designated off-leash areas — visit council's website for locations.
At a glance
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
Great park, grassy area for kids to play and a beautiful waterfront pathway. Only one toilet, and the park, BBQs and benches could use a tidy. Lots of places to eat close by.
Nice little park, decent amount of shade, right on the river, views are awesome. Picnic tables etc. One shared restroom which was a bit gross.
Great spot to have coffee and watch the sunrise, we were lucky enough to see dolphins every morning!
Great place to watch the sun set. We got some fish and chips from the amazing "a fish shop called dory" (you must go) and ate our afternoon snack whilst waiting for the sun to set. Not very scenic during the day, but nice at sunset
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How we know this
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