🌿 A ripper spot for the whole fam, with playgrounds, barbies, and arvo strolls galore!

Maitland Park Maitland - Family Fun, Sports & Scenic Walks - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Maitland Park in Maitland is a beaut spot for families and outdoor lovers alike. With fenced playgrounds featuring flying foxes and sensory play, plenty of picnic and BBQ areas, and a well-maintained walking track circling the park, it’s perfect for a fun arvo or a morning brekkie stroll. The park also boasts sports facilities including basketball and netball courts, cricket grounds, and a popular public swimming pool with indoor and outdoor options. Dog-friendly paths and shaded spots make it a top choice for locals and visitors wanting a relaxed day out in a spacious, accessible setting.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Maitland NSW 2320, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 49349700
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4.5/5 (1543 reviews)
🏙️ City	Australia
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	playground swimming pool basketball court netball court cricket nets walking path bbq picnic shelter public toilets parking kiosk fenced playground

🕐 Opening Hours

Day	Hours
Wednesday	Open 24 hours
Thursday	Open 24 hours
Friday	Open 24 hours
Saturday	Open 24 hours
Sunday	Open 24 hours
Monday	Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Open 24 hours

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family Playground Fun ✅

Maitland Park is a top spot for the little tackers with a fenced playground that includes a flying fox and sensory play items, making it safe and engaging for kids of all ages. Parents rave about the variety of play equipment and the shaded areas nearby, perfect for keeping the young ones cool during a sunny arvo. Plus, the kids bike park is a hit for toddlers learning to ride. The playground might need a bit of a spruce up soon, but it’s already a favourite hangout for families looking to let the kids burn off some energy in a secure, fun environment.

Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

This park offers a lovely, peaceful atmosphere with well-kept lawns and plenty of shady spots for a picnic or just to kick back with a coffee. The 1.9km walking path loops around the park, providing a flat, accessible track great for prams, wheelchairs, and casual strolls. Dog lovers will appreciate the dog-friendly paths where you can enjoy a wander with your furry mate. The park’s open spaces and mature trees create a relaxing vibe even with the nearby hustle and bustle of town life, making it a perfect place to unwind and soak up some fresh air.

Get Active with Sports & Swimming 🏃‍♀️🏊‍♂️

Maitland Park is a cracking place for sports enthusiasts with well-maintained basketball and netball courts, cricket grounds, and a kids’ bike park. The public swimming pool is a standout feature, offering both indoor and outdoor pools plus a big tipping bucket for extra splash fun. Lifeguards are friendly and vigilant, making it a safe spot for families to cool off and get active. The park often hosts sporting events and gala days, making it a hub for community fitness and fun. Whether you’re keen on a casual game or serious training, there’s plenty on offer here.

Easy Access & Handy Facilities 🚗

With ample parking around the park and multiple picnic shelters with BBQs, Maitland Park is designed for hassle-free family outings. Public toilets are available, though some reviews note they could use an upgrade. There’s a kiosk near the pool serving coffee and drinks, perfect for a quick brekkie or arvo pick-me-up. The walking paths are fully paved and wheelchair accessible, making it easy for everyone to get around. Dog-friendly rules and fenced playgrounds add to the convenience and safety, so you can relax knowing the whole crew is catered for.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Nice park kids enjoy the flying fox and some other sensory items playground is fenced
Plenty of shade and bbqs and sitting areas
Nice walking track which is path all way around great for bikes and wheelchairs dog friendly as well
Good swimming pool with indoor pool outdoor pool & big tipping bucket.life guards are always on duty & do a great job
Lots of varied activities, great playground, swimming pool, walking track and sports fields
Great parking, nice surrounds
The toilets could do with upgrade other than that great place
Went for a Netball gala day so didn't really see Maitland Park but In saying that the Netball courts were awesome
A lovely place to spend some time
Large park area with a huge potential for future expansion