🌿 A ripper arvo spot with playground, sports fields, and shady picnic tables for the whole fam!

Arkinstall Park Tweed Heads South - Family Sports & Relaxation Spot - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Arkinstall Park in Tweed Heads South is a well-maintained local gem perfect for families and sports lovers alike. It offers spacious sporting fields with plenty of room to kick the footy or join a tennis game, alongside a small playground for the little tackers. The park sits beside the river, providing a relaxing vibe with shaded picnic tables under trees, ideal for a chilled arvo. While parking can get tricky during big sports events, there’s generally ample space. The park is close to schools and shops, making it a convenient spot for locals to enjoy outdoor fun and community activities.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Robert St, Tweed Heads South NSW 2486, Australia
📞 Phone	+61 2 6670 2400
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4.2/5 (194 reviews)
🏙️ City	Tweed Heads South
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	playground tennis court parking public toilets disability toilet picnic shelter

🕐 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 ✅

Arkinstall Park has a small playground that’s perfect for the little ones to have a quick play. It’s close to the river and picnic areas, so parents can keep an eye on the kids while enjoying a cuppa or a feed under the shady trees. The playground might not be massive, but it’s a nice spot for younger kids to burn off some energy before or after a game on the sports fields. It’s a handy addition for families wanting a bit of variety during their visit.

Great Sporting Spaces for All Ages ⚽🎾

If you’re after a spot to get active, Arkinstall Park delivers with its great-sized sporting areas. Plenty of room to find your own patch for footy, soccer, or join in tennis at the local club. The park is popular for junior soccer and netball carnivals, so it’s buzzing with community spirit during events. Whether you’re training on a Thursday arvo or just kicking the footy around, there’s space for everyone to have a go.

Chilled Picnic Spots Beside the River 🌿

One of the standout features of Arkinstall Park is its relaxing riverside setting. There are picnic tables shaded under leafy trees, making it a beaut spot to enjoy a family brekkie or arvo snack. The peaceful vibe beside the water is perfect for winding down after some active fun. It’s a great place to gather with mates or let the kids run around while you soak up the fresh air and greenery.

Handy Facilities and Parking 🚗

The park offers plenty of parking most days, though it can get hectic during big sports events like netball carnivals or junior soccer matches. Public toilets are available, including a disability toilet, though some reviews mention cleanliness issues, especially during busy times. Its location close to schools and shops in Tweed Heads South makes it super convenient for locals popping in for a quick play or training session.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Great sized sporting areas always room to find a spot to play. Small playground for kids and plenty of parking unless it's sports day.
Nice and relaxing beside the river and also close to playground for kids.
Has picnic tables shaded under trees. Nice
Was busy as..a nightmare trying to park because there was a netball carnival and junior soccer all on together..
1 disability toilet open for Thursday night training…it's a filthy toilet with no soap..3rd world stuff
Come everyone joint this tennis club,nice place and alots friendly peoples
Tweed Shire looks after this park very well.
This park is very close to schools and shops in tweed heads south.