🌿 A ripper spot for a chilled arvo with the kids, shady trees, and a beaut BBQ!

Collins Park Wagga Wagga - Relaxing Family-Friendly Green Space - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Collins Park in Wagga Wagga is a neat, well-maintained green space perfect for families and dog lovers alike. With large shady trees, clean amenities including toilets and picnic tables, and spacious grassy areas, it’s a great spot for kids to play and dogs to roam off-leash. Visitors often enjoy relaxing here with a coffee or lunch, appreciating the calm and peaceful environment. The park also features BBQ facilities, making it ideal for family gatherings or a casual arvo outdoors. While the gardens could use a splash of colour, the overall vibe is welcoming and restful.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	LOT 7070 Forsyth St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 1300 292 442
⭐ Rating	4.5/5 (275 reviews)
🏙️ City	Wagga Wagga
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	playground public toilets bbq picnic shelter parking

🕐 Opening Hours

Day	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
Wednesday	Open 24 hours

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family Playground Fun ✅

Collins Park might be on the smaller side, but it’s a top spot for the ankle-biters to have a ball. The playground area is well-loved by local kids, and the large grassy spaces give them plenty of room to run around and kick a footy. Just a heads-up, the ground can get pretty hot underfoot during sunny days, so chuck on some thongs or runners for the little ones. Parents can relax nearby on picnic benches or under shady trees while keeping an eye on the kids having a ripper time.

Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

This park is a beaut little green oasis in Wagga Wagga, with large mature trees providing plenty of shade and a peaceful atmosphere. Visitors often comment on the calm, restful vibe and well-manicured lawns that make it a perfect spot to unwind. Whether you’re stopping by for a morning coffee, a leisurely lunch, or just a quiet read, Collins Park offers a tranquil setting surrounded by neat gardens and tidy surroundings. While some mention the gardens could use a bit more colour, the natural greenery and shady spots more than make up for it.

Peaceful Picnic & BBQ Spots 🦘

If you’re after a laid-back arvo with the fam, Collins Park’s got you covered with clean picnic tables, BBQ facilities, and plenty of shade. It’s a popular spot for locals to fire up the barbie and enjoy a meal outdoors in a calm, well-kept environment. The park’s neat amenities, including public toilets, add to the convenience, making it easy to spend a few hours here without a hitch. Whether you’re after a quiet spot to read or a place to catch up with mates over a feed, this park ticks all the boxes.

Handy Amenities & Easy Access 🚗

Collins Park is well-equipped with clean public toilets and parking nearby, making visits hassle-free for families and dog walkers. The presence of picnic shelters and benches means you can easily settle in for a brekkie or lunch without worrying about the weather. Plus, the park’s tidy upkeep and accessibility make it a reliable choice for a quick stop or a longer chill session. Some visitors also appreciate the proximity to the Thorne Street cafe, perfect for grabbing a coffee before or after your park arvo.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Clean amenities
Kids had a ball decent size grass areas to allow dogs off leash, loads of shade!
A pretty park to stop at with large trees, toilets, picnic tables and bench seats.
Had many a BBQ here, it is a pleasant place well maintained.
Lovely shaded park with amenities and large grassy areas.
I often sit in the park and have lunch, coffee or read. Use the restroom as I did this time.
Great, neat place to visit, calm and peaceful environment to enjoy nature and relax.
Good set up but the ground gets very hot for kids feet
Lovely spot for a morning coffee at the Thorne Street cafe