Lions Park

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Updated 12 May 2026

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Lions Park is a dog-friendly park in West Ryde with plenty of shade. Just 650m away, West Ryde Hotel is a nearby spot to stop in after your walk.

Dog rules

Dogs are permitted on-leash under the NSW Companion Animals Act. Dogs must be under effective control at all times. City of Ryde's Dog Off-Leash Areas page states these are the only areas where dogs may run free without a lead. This venue is not on the council's off-leash list; off-leash use is not authorised here. (Source: City of Ryde — Dog Off-Leash Areas, ryde.nsw.gov.au.)

At a glance

Drinking waterFrom reviews
Shade availableFrom reviews
Grassy areaFrom reviews
Toilets nearbyVenue website
On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
BBQsVenue website
1141 Victoria Rd, West Ryde NSW 2114

Before you go

  • 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.

What people say

★★★★1 year ago

Great Park is a hidden gem with sprawling grassy fields perfect for a picnic, sand pits where kids can unleash their inner archaeologists, fun slides, convenient toilets, swings that let you soar, a half-court for basketball showdowns, and even a mini bike track for the little racers. But alas, time has taken its toll—this once vibrant haven is now in dire need of some TLC to bring it back to its former glory.

★★★★6 years ago

Great park for kids and a place to take them on a bike or scooter, has BBQ area and a good playground.

★★★★★7 years ago

Lions Park is a great park for kids - babies up to 10 years old (although better up to about 7-8). The park has an oval scooter track with a slight incline and decline as well as poles to go through and a play gas station. Within the track is a decent patch of grass for kicking a ball around or a picnic. A large sandpit provides a lot of entertainment with a fun set of equipment that transports sand from one end to the other through various stations, as well as a sand digger. It's also well shaded. A climbing net, swings, and a couple of small slides complete the play area. A small half basketball half court for older kids is available and in good condition. Facilities include drinking water, two barbecue hot plates, tables and chairs, and bathrooms (no change table). Parking is free and is sufficient for this smaller park. Recommended for young families.

★★★★★9 years ago

It's a nice small park with plenty of playground for kids and a full set of facilities for having a bbq. There is a pair of bbq grills, taps, bubbler, and toilets. It even has a half court basketball hoop which is rather rare in Sydney. Parking is accessible from Shaftsbury Road.

★★★★★1 year ago

We always come to the park. The management is fantastic! We love the playground. People around us in the park, are so friendly. The experience is enjoyable

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