Sydney International Regatta Centre
A spectacular event venue for either 10 or 30,000 people, the Sydney International Regatta Centre offers superior event facilities and is one of the region’s premier outdoor sport and entertainment venues for both on and off the water.
Visit our daily opening hours page for the most up to date information for public access for recreational use.
The venue is closed for public recreation on the following following dates:
Sunday 11 August - Dragon Boats NSW Winter Warmer 10's
Saturday 17 August - Penrith Cycling Club Race (Venue closed from 13:00)
Sunday 18 August - Panthers Triathlon Club - Duathlon (Venue closed until approx 12pm)
- The full 5km loop is currently unavailable due to flood damage with approx. 1km out of play on the entry side. Turnaround points are in place.
- All on water activity requires pre-booking with a minimum of 72 hours notice, and fees apply. Contact regatta@sport.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4730 0000 for booking information.
Opening Hours
The Sydney International Regatta Centre is an event venue that opens to public recreation where possible on non-event days. Gate times and availability for public recreation are subject to events and may change at short notice.
Click to view this week's opening hours / venue restrictions
Office hours: 06:30 to 16:30 (Monday to Friday)
Contact site staff on 02 4730 0000
No on water activity is permitted without advance booking.
Note: On water training bookings require a minimum of 72 hours notice.
E-mail regatta@sport.nsw.gov.au for booking information.
Recreation facilities
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Start planning your event
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Australian Dragon Boat Championships
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Weddings
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PDNR
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Location
Dharug country
Entry is via Gate A, Old Castlereagh Rd, Castlereagh, NSW 2749 (Google maps)
Public parking in P3 carpark
Current water temperature
The water temperature at a depth of 1.2m at 07:00 on 19/07/2024 was 12.86°.
Water Quality Management
Dogs must be kept on leash
Dogs are welcome to join you on your walk around the lakes, but please ensure they remain on leash at all times and are cleaned up after. Dogs are not permitted to enter the water at any time.
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No unauthorised drone use
Drones are not permitted to be flown at the venue without permission from Venue Management. Recreational flying is not permitted at any time.
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Lakeside Restaurant
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