Billabong Parklands FAQs

Picture of Billabong entry sign with Aboriginal artwork and name

How much does an entry ticket cost?

Campbelltown Billabong Parklands is a free facility however entry requires a valid ticket. All people entering the facility will require a ticket, regardless of their age. 

Where can I park when visiting Campbelltown Billabong Parklands?

There are a number of parking locations within walking distance to access Campbelltown Billabong Parklands:

  • The most direct access is via the Campbelltown Billabong Parklands and Bradbury Oval car park located off The Parkway, Bradbury.
  • On-street parking around the Parklands, located on The Parkway, Bradbury.
  • Campbelltown Arts Centre car park.
  • Campbelltown City Centre.
Disability parking

Disability parking is available at the Campbelltown Billabong Parklands and Bradbury Oval car park.

What are the public transport options?

Plan ahead and catch public transport.

Train

The nearest train stations are Campbelltown and Macarthur stations. Regular train services run to these stations.

Catch a bus

Transit Systems NSW 885 and 885A buses run between Campbelltown Station and Bradbury every 30 minutes from Monday to Saturday and every hour on Sundays.

For more information including bus route maps, timetables and trip planners visit Transport NSW.

Is the water heated? And are the pools open year round?

The water at the Campbelltown Billabong Parklands is not heated and pools are closed during the winter season (May to August). The splash park is open year-round. 

Season

Splash Park

Billabong Pools Parklands
Summer
30 September - 28 February

10am - 5.30pm

Open

Open Open
Shoulder
1 September -29 September
1 March - 30 April
10am - 5pm
Open

Open weekends and public holidays only

Closed weekdays

Open
Winter
1 May - 31 August
Weekdays: 10am - 4pm
Weekends: 10am - 5pm
Open Closed Open

Please note: Hours may vary during special events.

Is there food available to purchase? Can I bring my own food in?

The Campbelltown Billabong Parklands will have mobile food trucks available with a range of alternating cuisine options.

The site has many picnic areas for patrons to enjoy and you are permitted to bring in your own food. We advise patrons to pre-cut any food as knives are prohibited (with the exception of bamboo and plastic knives).

Glass, alcohol and gum are not permitted on site.

Are there BBQs on site?

Yes, the Campbelltown Billabong Parklands have 8 BBQs in total. They are available for use, free of charge, during operational hours.

Patrons are to bring their own cooking utensils for the BBQs.

Please note knives are prohibited, with the exception of bamboo and plastic knives. Patrons are advised to pre-cut any food. 

Can tents, umbrellas or eskys be brought in?

Benches, tables and gazebos for personal use are not permitted to be brought into the Campbelltown Billabong Parklands. This includes beach umbrellas and cabanas.

Eskys and pop-up beach tents are permitted. Contents of the eskys will be inspected upon entry.

Can I bring bicycles and scooters into the Parklands?

Bicycles, scooters, skateboards and rollerblades are not permitted on site. We have bike racks available in the top carpark off of The Parkway and on the main entrance from the main carpark.

 

What are the conditions of entry?

Campbelltown City Council endeavour to provide a safe and enjoyable facility for all users therefore ask patrons to adhere to our full list of conditions of entry.

What activities and items are prohibited at Campbelltown Billabong Parklands?

The following activities and items are prohibited:

  • Diving
  • Dunking
  • Bombing
  • Pushing
  • Running
  • Littering
  • Bodyboards
  • Large inflatable devices, with the exception of baby ring floaties and arm bands
  • Bicycles, scooters, skateboards and rollerblades
  • Gazebos, beach umbrellas, cabanas
  • Bad language
  • Alcohol
  • Glass
  • Knives, with the exception of plastic and bamboo knives
  • Smoking or vaping
  • Animals

Companion animals that are registered with the Office of Local Government are permitted entry into the venue. Companion animals are not permitted into the pools or splash play areas. Companion animals must remain on leash at all times. A Companion Animal Certificate of Registration/Identification will be required to presented at reception.

Portable coolers and bags may be inspected upon arrival to ensure no prohibited items are brought into the facility. 

 

Is alcohol or smoking permitted?

The Campbelltown Billabong Parklands supports the Smoke Free Environment Act 2000. Smoking, vaping and alcohol are banned in the whole facility.

Can my child/ren go for a swim without a parent or guardian? And what are the age requirements for entry at Campbelltown Billabong Parklands?

As per our conditions of entry, patrons must adhere to the following:

  • Children aged 0-5 years and non-swimmers must be accompanied by a Parent, Legal Guardian or responsible Adult (18 years or over), who must maintain continuous supervision and remain within arm’s reach. 1 Parent / Legal Guardian / Adult to 2 Children.
  • Children 6-10 years and weak swimmers must be accompanied by a Parent, Legal Guardian or responsible Adult (18 years or over), who must be close, monitor and maintain constant visual contact and be prepared to assist children if needed.  1 Parent / Legal Guardian / Adult to 4 Children.
  • Children aged 11-14 years must be accompanied by a Parent, Legal Guardian or responsible Adult (18 years or over), who must maintain visual contact.
  • Children 11 years and older may be non-swimmers or weak swimmers therefore supervision by a Parent, Legal guardian or responsible Adult (18 years or over) should not be restricted by age in these circumstances.

What accessible features are on site?

Campbelltown Billabong Parklands has a number of accessible features for all to enjoy the facility including:

  • Ramp access to site from carpark
  • Entry ramps into the pools
  • Aquatic wheelchair
  • Accessible pool hoist
  • Accessible change rooms

How deep is the pool?

Campbelltown Billabong Parklands consists of a range of recreational areas including a zero-depth water play area. In the large recreational pool, the depth goes to 1.8m. The site has a number of depth markers around the pool and patrons are encouraged to make themselves familiar with the depth and only enter areas suitable to their swim ability.

Will there be lifeguards on site?

Yes, Campbelltown Billabong Parklands has lifeguards on site during operational hours. However, Parents/ Legal Guardians/ Responsible Adults are required to adhere to our Conditions of Entry at all times.