Sydney’s Inner West is about to get an exciting new swimming destination. The long-awaited Callan Park Tidal Baths will feature a dedicated swim site with a fixed jetty, pontoons for sunbathing and diving and safety features designed for safe river access. Located along the Parramatta River, the highly-anticipated project will sit alongside the popular Bay Run foreshore.. The surrounding 61-hectare parkland will provide locals and visitors with the perfect setting to enjoy the outdoors and cool down on hot summer days. Construction has now been approved, with work expected to begin in mid-2026 and an expected opening for the 2026/27 summer season. Here’s everything you need to know about Sydney’s latest swimming spot.
Callan Park Tidal Baths
Set along the Iron Cove foreshore, adjacent to Lilyfield’s Callan Park, the upcoming tidal pool will provide a much-needed place to cool off, located along the popular Bay Run. Just a stone’s throw from Leichhardt Oval and King George Park, this new spot will be easily accessible for locals and visitors alike. The $3.8 million project includes a shark net and has secured $2 million in NSW Government funding.
“The Callan Park Tidal Baths will be a spectacular addition to the Bay Run, which is already one of the best-used recreation facilities in Sydney,” Inner West Council Mayor Darcy Byrne said.
Key features include a generous jetty, dedicated swim zones and two pontoons for relaxing or entering the water.
Find more information about the Callan Park tidal baths here.
