Nepean River Interactive Map
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- Written by: Teela Griffin Penrith City Council (02) 4732 7777 (02) 4732 7958 council@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au 601 High St Penrith NSW 2750 Australia
The Nepean River is our region’s greatest natural asset and a much-loved recreational destination for residents and visitors. Several projects are underway to improve amenity, provide open space, and create opportunities to meet, relax, explore, play and be active.
Our interactive map allows you to find out what projects are being planned and delivered, what facilities are available as well as search for information about all the things you can see and do at the Nepean River.
List of areas
Click on a category below to expand and view the information about the areas within the category.
Accessible Parking
Parking - Tench Avenue - Accessible 1
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
There is 1 accessible parking space in this section of Tench Avenue. This parking space is an all-day parking space with no stopping between the hours of 9pm - 5am.
Parking - Tench Avenue - Accessible 2
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
There are 4 accessible parking spaces along this section of Tench Avenue. These parking spaces are all-day parking spaces with no stopping between the hours of 9pm - 5am.
Parking - Tench Avenue - Accessible 3
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
There are 8 accessible parking spaces along this section of Tench Avenue (opposite Nepean Shores). These parking spaces are all-day parking spaces with no stopping between the hours of 9pm - 5am.
Parking Bruce Neale Drive - Accessible
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
There 2 accessible car spaces on Bruce Neale Drive. These are all-day parking spaces.
Accessible Toilets
Toilets - Tench Reserve (opposite Coffee Club)
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
Public toilets are available at Tench Reserve. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets. An adult change facility accessed with an MLAK key here is being built here and will be open in 2022.
Toilets - Tench Reserve North
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
Public toilets are available near the Tench Reserve North playground. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets.
Toilets - Tench Reserve South
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
Public toilets are available at Tench Reserve. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets.
Toilets- Factory Road
Status: Open
Address: Factory Road, Regentville
Public toilets are available at Factory Road. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets. An adult change facility accessed with an MLAK key here is being built here and will be open in 2022.
Toilets- Regatta Park
Status: Open
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
Public toilets are available at Regatta Park. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets. An adult change facility is being built here as part of the Regatta Park upgrade, and will be available in 2022.
Toilets- Weir Reserve
Status: Open
Address: 3 Bruce Neale Drive, Penrith NSW 2750
Public Toilets are available at Weir Reserve. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets.
Boat Ramp and Trailer Parking
Boat Ramp and Trailer Parking
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Tench Avenue, Jamisontown NSW 2750
The new boat ramp and trailer parking bays at Tench Reserve make it easier than ever before to experience the Nepean River by boat or jetski. The works were jointly funded by the Australian Government and the NSW Boating Now infrastructure program.
Find out opening times and more here: https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/facilities-recreation/nepean-river/boat-ramps
Fishing Deck
Fishing Deck
Status: Open
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
Enjoy a spot of fishing while taking in the stunning views of the Nepean River. This fishing deck was funded by Recreational Fishing Trusts, Department of Primary Industries, Fisheries NSW and Penrith City Council.
Fishing Deck 2
Status: Open
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
Enjoy a spot of fishing while taking in the stunning views of the Nepean River. This fishing deck is located directly opposite the Boat Ramp. This deck was funded by the Regional Local Community Infrastructure Program.
Kayaking
Kayak Launch Area
Status: Upcoming
Address: River Road, Regatta Park, Emu Plains NSW 2750
A boulder-style kayak launch area is being constructed as part of the Regatta Park project. It is expected to open in late 2023.
Keen to get on the water? Hire a kayak here: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/horizon-line-kayak-sup-hire
Kayak Launch Area
Status: Upcoming
Address: River Road, Regatta Park, Emu Plains NSW 2750
A boulder-style kayak launch area is being constructed as part of the Regatta Park project. It is expected to open in late 2023.
Keen to get on the water? Hire a kayak here: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/horizon-line-kayak-sup-hire
Kayak Launch Area
Status: Upcoming
Address: River Road, Regatta Park, Emu Plains NSW 2750
A boulder-style kayak launch area is being constructed as part of the Regatta Park project. It is expected to open in late 2023.
Keen to get on the water? Hire a kayak here: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/horizon-line-kayak-sup-hire
Kayak Launch Area
Status: Upcoming
Address: River Road, Regatta Park, Emu Plains NSW 2750
A boulder-style kayak launch area is being constructed as part of the Regatta Park project. It is expected to open in late 2023.
Keen to get on the water? Hire a kayak here: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/horizon-line-kayak-sup-hire
Kayak Launch Deck - River Deck
Status: Upcoming
Address: River Road, Regatta Park, Emu Plains NSW 2750
A new kayak launch deck is being constructed as part of the Regatta Park project. It is expected to open in late 2023.
Keen to get on the water? Hire a kayak here: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/horizon-line-kayak-sup-hire
Kayak Launch Deck - Sandy Beach
Status: Upcoming
Address: River Road, Regatta Park, Emu Plains NSW 2750
A new sandy beach area with a kayak launch deck is being constructed as part of the Regatta Park project. It is expected to open in late 2023.
Keen to get on the water? Hire a kayak here: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/horizon-line-kayak-sup-hire
Kayak Launch Pad - Factory Road
Status: Upcoming
Address: Factory Road Reserve, Regentville
A new kayak launch deck and access path is being constructed at Tench Reserve thanks to funding from Round 3 of the NSW Boating Now Program. Construction is expected to start late 2023.
Keen to get on the water? Hire a kayak here: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/horizon-line-kayak-sup-hire
Kayak Launch Pad - River Road
Status: Upcoming
Address: River Road, Leonay
A new kayak launch deck and access path is being constructed at River Road in Leonay thanks to funding from Round 3 of the NSW Boating Now Program. Construction is expected to be finished in late Nov 2023.
Keen to get on the water? Hire a kayak here: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/horizon-line-kayak-sup-hire
Kayak Launch Pad - Tench Reserve
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Tench Avenue, Jamisontown NSW 2750
Kayaking is a great way to explore the Nepean River, reconnect with nature and be active at the same time. Getting on the water has never been easier with kayak launch pads at various points along the Nepean River. This one is located near the boat ramp at Tench Reserve.
Keen to get on the water? Hire a kayak here: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/horizon-line-kayak-sup-hire
Parking
Boat Ramp Parking Tench Reserve 1
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
There are 34 car spaces available in this car park for cars with trailers only. Gates open: summer 5am-9pm, winter 6am-8pm
Boat Ramp Parking Tench Reserve 2
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
There are 5 car spaces available for cars with trailors using the boat ramp.These are 15min parking spaces for boat tie down. Gates open: Summer 5am-9pm, winter 6am-8pm
Boat Ramp Parking Tench Reserve 3
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
There are 38 car spaces available in this car park for cars with trailers only. Gates open: Summer 5am-9pm, winter 6am-8pm
Boat Ramp Parking Tench Reserve 4
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
There are 3 car spaces available for cars with trailors using the boat ramp.These are 15min parking spaces for boat tie down. Gates open: Summer 5am-9pm, winter 6am-8pm
Parking - Nepean Rowing Club
Status: Open
Address: Nepean Rowing Club, Bruce Neal Drive, Penrith, NSW 2750
There are 103 car parking spaces for visitors and patrons of the Nepean Rowing Club available in this car park. Find out more at: https://www.nepeanrowingclub.com.au/
Parking - Regional Gallery
tatus: Open
Address: Opposite Penrith Regional Gallery, River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
There are 12 on street car parking spaces on River Road for visitors and patrons of the Penrith Regional Gallery and Cafe at Lewers.
Find out what’s on at the Gallery: https://www.penrithregionalgallery.com.au/
Parking - Tench Avenue (Main)
Status: Open
Address: Tench Avenue, Jamisontown NSW 2750
There are 400+ on-street car parking spaces on Tench Avenue. These parking spaces are all-day parking spaces with no stopping between the hours of 9pm - 5am.
Parking - Tench Reserve 5
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
There are 66 car spaces available in this car park for vehicles under 6 metres only. Gates open: summer 5am-9pm, winter 6am-8pm.
Parking - Weir Reserve
Status: Open
Address: Weir Reserve, Bruce Neal Drive, Penrith, NSW 2750
There are 130 car parking spaces within three car parks in Weir Reserve. These are all -day parking spaces.
Parking Bruce Neale Drive
Status: Open
Address: Bruce Neale Drive, Penrith
There are 40+ on street car parking spaces along Bruce Neale Drive. These are all -day parking spaces.
Parking Tench Reserve 1
Status: Open
Address: Off Factory Road, Regentville
There are 26 parking spaces in this small gated car park. The car park is closed after sunset.
Parking Tench Reserve 2
Status: Open
Address: Jamison Road, Penrith
There is on-street car parking along this small section of Jamison Road leading into Tench Avenue. These parking spaces are all-day parking spaces.
Parking Tench Reserve 3
Status: Open
Address: Tench Avenue, Jamisontown NSW 2750
There are 5 car parking spaces in this small section on Tench Avenue. These parking spaces are all-day parking spaces with no stopping between the hours of 9pm - 5am.
Parking Tench Reserve 4
Status: Open
Address: 35 Bellevue Rd, Regentville
There are 10 parking spaces in this small gated car park. Gates open: summer 5am-9pm, winter 6am-8pm.
Regatta Park car park
Status: Open
Address: 7 River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
The car park on the western side of River Road at Regatta Park is currently open. This car park will close to make way for the Regatta Park upgrade, a date for the closure is to be confirmed. A new car park is a key feature of the Regatta Park upgrade. Find out more penrith.city/regattapark
Parks and Reserves
Regatta Park
Status: Open
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
Regatta Park boasts a large open space, perfect for games and running around as well as lots of trees which provide welcome shade in the summer months. Facilities include public toilets, undercover seating areas and a playground.
Tench Reserve
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Tench Avenue, Jamisontown NSW 2750
This picturesque reserve on the banks of the Nepean River is a popular and much-loved spot for picnics, events, playing and exercise. Facilities inlclude boat ramp, toilets, undercover seating areas, free BBQs and two playgrounds.
Tench Reserve North
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Tench Avenue, Jamisontown NSW 2750
The northern end of Tench Reserve is a quiet and picturesque part of Nepean River. Enjoy a stroll through the row of mulberry trees or sit and have a picnic. Nearby facilities include toilets and a playground.
Tench Reserve South
Status: Open
Address: Factory Road, Regentville
The southern end of Tench Reserve is a quiet and picturesque part of Nepean River. The perfect spot for a quiet riverside picnic. Public toilets available here.
Weir Reserve
Status: Open
Address: Bruce Neal Drive, Penrith, NSW 2750
Weir Reserve is one of Penrith's hidden gems. It's named after the nearby Penrith Weir, which is a popular bathing spot for birds and other wildlife. This large open space is perfect for big gatherings and smaller groups. Facilities include public toilets.
Weir Reserve Japanese Pavilion
Status: Open
Address: Bruce Neale Drive, Penrith
The Japanese Pavilion at Weir Reserve is a picturesque location available to hire for wedding ceremonies. The Pavilion is surrounded by landscaped Japanese themed gardens. To find out more or book call 4732 7930.
Weir Reserve Wedding Gazebo
Status: Open
Address: Bruce Neale Drive, Penrith
The Wedding Gazebo at Weir Reserve is a picturesque place available to hire for wedding ceremonies. The Gazebo overlooks the Nepean River and is set among roses from September to March. To find out more or book call 4732 7930.
Playgrounds
Tench Reserve North Playground
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Cnr Tench Avenue and Jamison road, Jamisontown NSW 2750
The playground is a beautiful picnic spot adjacent to the Nepean River. This is an inviting place where families come together to meet, play, relax and enjoy the natural environment. Playground has a shade sail and features flying fox, slides, climbing equipment and swings.
Tench Reserve South Playground
This playground is conveniently situated close to cafes and restaurants and offers a picturesque view of the Nepean River. The playground has a shade sail and features slides, climbing equipmment and swings.
Recreational Water Monitoring
Recreational Water Monitoring - Devlin Road
Status: Active
Address: Devlin Road, Castlereagh
Council’s Recreational Water Monitoring focuses primarily on weekly bacterial testing with monthly physical and chemical parameters being undertaken at key sites along the Nepean River between October and March each year. Find out more: https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/waste-environment/environment/recreational-water-quality
Recreational Water Monitoring - Regatta Park
Status: Active
Address: Regatta Park, Emu Plains
Council’s Recreational Water Monitoring focuses primarily on weekly bacterial testing with monthly physical and chemical parameters being undertaken at key sites along the Nepean River between October and March each year. Find out more: https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/waste-environment/environment/recreational-water-quality
Recreational Water Monitoring - Rowing Club
Status: Active
Address: Rowing Club (Nepean River Weir), Penrith
Council’s Recreational Water Monitoring focuses primarily on weekly bacterial testing with monthly physical and chemical parameters being undertaken at key sites along the Nepean River between October and March each year. Find out more: https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/waste-environment/environment/recreational-water-quality
Recreational Water Monitoring - Tench Reserve
Status: Active
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
Penrith City Council’s Recreational Water Monitoring focuses primarily on weekly bacterial testing with monthly physical and chemical parameters being undertaken at key sites along the Nepean River between October and March each year. Find out more: https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/waste-environment/environment/recreational-water-quality
Toilets
Toilets - Tench Reserve (opposite Coffee Club)
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
Public toilets are available at Tench Reserve. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets. An adult change facility accessed with an MLAK key here is being built here and will be open in 2022.
Toilets - Tench Reserve North
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
Public toilets are available near the Tench Reserve North playground. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets.
Toilets - Tench Reserve South
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
Public toilets are available at Tench Reserve. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets.
Toilets- Factory Road
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
Public toilets are available at Factory Road. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets. An adult change facility accessed with an MLAK key here is being built here and will be open in 2022.
Toilets- Factory Road
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Jamisontown
Public toilets are available at Factory Road. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets. An adult change facility accessed with an MLAK key here is being built here and will be open in 2022.
Toilets- Regatta Park
Status: Open
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
Public toilets are available at Regatta Park. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets. An adult change facility is being built here as part of the Regatta Park upgrade, and will be available in 2022.
Toilets- Weir Reserve
Status: Open
Address: 3 Bruce Neale Drive, Penrith.
Public Toilets are available at Weir Reserve. This amenity block includes male, female and unisex toilets along with accessible toilets.
Upgrade
Lighting Upgrade
Status: Underway
Address: Nepean Avenue, Penrith NSW 2750
Installation of new pedestrian light poles along the parkland footpath from Jamison Road to the start of Nepean Ave is underway to improve night-time safety and walkability. Estimated to be completed in July 2022. This $1 million project is being funded by the Commonwealth Government Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications.
Nepean Avenue Pathway
Status: Upcoming
Address: Nepean Avenue, Penrith, NSW 2750
A new 2.5 metre wide shared pathway wll be constructed along Nepean Avenue. This $2.5million project is co-funded by Penrith City Council and a Metropolitan Greenspace Program grant. Consultation is due to start soon.
Nepean Rowing Boatshed Upgrade
Status: Upcoming
Address: Bruce Neale Drive, Penrith NSW 2750
The boatshed at the Nepean Rowing Club is getting a $1 million upgrade. The upgrade is currently being planned and is expected to get underway in 2023-2024. The upgrade is being funded by Penrith City Council. Find out more at: penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/facilities-recreation/outdoor-recreation/sport-and-recreation-strategy
Police Cottage Upgrade
Status: Upcoming
Address: 4 Punt Rd, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
The Police Cottage is an important local heritage feature of Emu Plains. The restoration of this building into a destination dining experience (cafe/restaurant) is proudly funded by Penrith City Council and the NSW Government. Construction is expected to start late 2021/early 2022 and be completed late 2022.
Find out more at penrith.city/policecottage
Regatta Park Kiosk
Status: Upcoming
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
A key feature of the new 112m long pavilion at Regatta Park, will be a new 88sqm kiosk. Funded and delivered by Penrith City Council, the kiosk will be a café style space delivering dine in and takeaway food and drink options.
Regatta Park Upgrade
Status: Upcoming
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
Regatta Park is receiving a $24 million upgrade funded by Penrith City Council and the Western Sydney City Deal Western Parkland City Liveability Program. The first stage of the upgrade is currently underway and the riverbank (from River Road to the Nepean River) is closed until November 2021. Find out more at penrith.city/regattapark
Tench Reserve upgrade
Status: Upcoming
Address: Tench Reserve, Tench Avenue, Jamisontown NSW 2750
A new $10 million open space park is being developed and delivered by the NSW Government’s Parks for People Program. Construction will commence in early 2022 and be completed by late 2022. View the final design at https://www.dpie.nsw.gov.au/premiers-priorities/great-public-spaces/open-space/parks-for-people/tench-reserve-design.
Find out more at https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/facilities-recreation/nepean-river/tench-reserve
Vegetation Management
Bush Regeneration
Status: Underway
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
A three-year program of vegetation management work, funded by the Australian Government through the Environmental Restoration Fund is being rolled out along the riverbank. This includes removing and controlling exotic weeds, trees, and vines; planting appropriate native species (groundcover) to help stabilise the bank and creating a mown edge alongside the upper footpath.
Fish Habitat Project - Emu Heights
Status: Open
Address: Alma Crescent, Emu Heights NSW
Penrith Council and the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) are restoring fish habitat at Emu Green Reserve. The project introduces woody debris, such as root balls and logs, back into the river systems to help create natural habitat. Learn more at: https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/waste-environment/environment/bushland/current-projects
Fish Habitat Project - Wallacia
Status: Open
Address: Silverdale Rd, Wallacia, NSW
Penrith Council and the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) are restoring fish habitat at Fowler Reserve. The project introduces woody debris, such as root balls and logs, back into the river systems to help create natural habitat. Learn more at: https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/waste-environment/environment/bushland/current-projects
Vegetation Management
Status: Underway
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
A three-year program of vegetation management work, funded by the Australian Government through the Environmental Restoration Fund is being rolled out along the riverbank. This includes removing and controlling exotic weeds, trees, and vines; planting appropriate native species (groundcover) to help stabilise the bank and creating a mown edge alongside the upper footpath.
Viewing Deck
Penrith Weir
Status: Open
Address: Bruce Neale Dr, Penrith NSW 2750
The Penrith Weir was constructed in 1908 to regulate the water flow in the Nepean River. Over time, the Weir has become a popular bathing spot for birds and other wildlife and it’s a magical location to see at any time of day.
Viewing Deck - Lewers Gallery
Status: Open
Address: Opposite Lewers Gallery, River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
This viewing deck is located opposite Penrith Regional Gallery and Lewers Bequest and provides a spectacular view of the Nepean River. Construction of the deck was funded by Penrith City Council and the NSW Government's Better Boating Grants.
Viewing Deck - North
The viewing deck at Tench Reserve provides a unique view of the Blue Mountains from the eastern side of Nepean River and allows the community to experience unrestricted views of the Nepean River. Construction of the deck was funded by Penrith City Council and the NSW Government's Better Boating Grant OR RMS Boating Now Program.
Viewing Deck - River Road
Status: Open
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
The viewing deck at Regatta Park provides a unique view from the western side of the Nepean River and allows the community to experience being on the river like never before. Construction of the deck was funded by Penrith City Council and the NSW Government's Better Boating Grants.
Viewing Deck - South
The viewing deck at Tench Reserve provides a unique view of the Blue Mountains and invites people to enjoy unrestricted views of the Nepean River. Construction of the deck was funded by Penrith City Council and the NSW Government's Better Boating Grant OR RMS Boating Now Program.
Walking Paths and Tracks
Nepean Avenue Pathway
Status: Upcoming
Address: Nepean Avenue, Penrith, NSW 2750
A new 2.5 metre wide shared pathway wll be constructed along Nepean Avenue. This $2.5million project is co-funded by Penrith City Council and a Metropolitan Greenspace Program grant. Consultation is due to start soon.
Parkland Path
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Tench Avenue, Jamisontown NSW 2750
Council has constructed an accessible path through Tench Reserve which improves access down to the Nepean River and runs alongside the river to provide uninterrupted views.This path connects to shared pathways along Tench Avenue and the Great River Walk.
Keen to do the Great River Walk? Learn more here: https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/facilities-recreation/nepean-river/great-river-walk
Shared pathway
Status: Open
Address: Tench Reserve, Tench Avenue, Jamisontown NSW 2750
Council has constructed a new shared path running from the M4 overpass along Tench Avenue to just south of Jamison Road. This pathway is part of the 7km Great River Walk 'Bridge to Bridge' loop.
Keen to do the Great River Walk? Learn more here: https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/facilities-recreation/nepean-river/great-river-walk
Yandhai Nepean Crossing
Status: Open
Address: River Road, Emu Plains, NSW 2750
A pedestrian bridge offering pedestrians and cyclists a safe way to cross the Nepean River while offering spectacular views. The bridge connects to the Great River Walk 'Birdge to Bridge' loop and can be accessed from River Road on the Western Side or from Memorial Ave on the Eastern Side of the Nepean River.
Learn more: https://www.visitpenrith.com.au/things-to-do/outdoors-active/yandhai-nepean-crossing
