Greater Sydney Parklands

Nurragingy Reserve

Nurragingy Reserve is perfect for a relaxing day out, featuring picnic areas and wood-fired barbecues.

Aerial shot of Nurragingy Reserve featuring a bridge crossing a pond, with lush trees and rocks around the park.

Nurragingy Reserve is a beautiful place for a relaxing day out, with several picnic areas and wood-fired barbecues scattered throughout the bushland. It also makes a lovely spot for a wedding ceremony with its pretty, quiet gardens.

There are multiple modern playgrounds at Nurragingy, including a 'Splash' (water play area) near the Wren picnic shelter.

The reserve also incorporates the Chang Lai Yuan Chinese Gardens, featuring a stunning gateway, stone bridge, pavilion and waterfall gazebo.

Facilities at Nurragingy Reserve

Directions

The entrance is via Knox Road, Doonside. There are several parking areas.

Picnic shelters

5 picnic shelters – these large sheltered picnic areas are available for hire through Blacktown City Council.

View picnic shelters

Barbecues

There are about 10 wood-fired barbecues are available for use, free of charge, with wood provided by the Council.

Toilets

5 toilet blocks are available at the Reserve.

Weddings venues

There are 3 separate garden areas for weddings at Nurragingy – Bungarribee Pavilion, Jannawi Garden and Jim Lynch Memorial Garden.

Each one features shaded areas, pavilions and natural bushland settings that are ideal for the wedding photos.

More information

Go to the Nurragingy Reserve page on the Blacktown City Council website for general info including a map, opening hours, and features of the park.

If you need assistance contact Blacktown City Council on 02 9839 6000

  • A big sign at the park entrance that reads "Nurragingy Reserve," guiding visitors to the park.
    Wide landscape view of Nurragingy Reserve.
  • Two wooden structures nestled among trees in a grassy field at Nurragingy Reserve.
    Picnic shelters at Nurragingy Reserve.
  • A vibrant scene from the Chinese garden at Nurragingy Reserve, filled with greenery and traditional Chinese structures.
    Decorated gate at Nurragingy Reserve.
  • A dirt path winding through lush green grass and tall trees in Nurragingy Reserve.
    Walk pathway at Nurragingy Reserve.