🌿 A ripper arvo spot for footy, balling, and chillin’ under the trees, mate!

Nicholson Park Cootamundra - Top Junior Sports & Chill Spot - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Nicholson Park in Cootamundra is a solid local hub for junior sports and casual hangouts. With good basketball courts and footy fields, it’s a favourite for families keen on active arvos. The park features a nice tree border providing shade for spectators and those wanting to relax. While the playground and restrooms have been noted as needing a tidy-up, the overall vibe is lively and community-focused, especially during sports games. Perfect for parents watching their kids play or mates catching up for a game of basketball or footy.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Adams St, Cootamundra NSW 2590, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 2 6940 2100
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4/5 (28 reviews)
🏙️ City	Cootamundra
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	basketball court public toilets 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

Junior Sports Venue & Courts That Score Big 🏃‍♀️🏀

Nicholson Park is a top-notch spot for junior sports, especially footy and basketball. Locals rave about the quality of the courts and fields, making it a go-to for families with sporty kids. The courts have had upgrades, and there’s a keen community push to keep basketball facilities in good shape. It’s a cracking place to get active, watch a game, or have a friendly shootaround with mates. The park’s committee gets heaps of praise for maintaining one of the best junior sports venues in the region.

Shady Tree Borders for a Chill Arvo 🌳

One of the standout features of Nicholson Park is the nice border of trees around the playing fields. These shady spots are perfect for parents and mates to kick back and watch the action without baking in the sun. While the park can get a bit loud during games, the natural shade offers a comfy place to relax and catch up. It’s a great balance of lively sports energy and peaceful spots to hang out, making it a solid choice for family outings or casual arvos.

Playground for the Little Legends ✅

The park does have a playground, which is handy for families with younger kids tagging along. However, some reviews mention the playground and restrooms could do with a bit of a clean-up before settling in for a long visit. Still, it’s a useful spot for the little ones to burn off some energy while the older kids are busy on the courts or footy field. Just a heads-up to bring your own wipes or hand sanitiser to keep things fresh for the ankle-biters.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Good place to watch your mates play footy and good basketball courts
Nice border of trees around to sit under, it gets kinda loud when sports games happen
First class junior sports venue. Committee deserves huge congratulations
I play basketball here before the upgrade of the court
playground and restrooms didn't look clean to stop and spend some time