Wentworth Falls Lake Precinct upgrades

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Wentworth Falls Lake Precinct upgrade

Sinclair Crescent Carpark Upgrade update

23 July 2025

The one lane closure and contraflow traffic controls on Sinclair Crescent, opposite Wentworth Falls Lake, has been extended until 15 August 2025.

This has been caused by complications during the excavation of gas services (including finding a significant amount of rock which took more time to excavate) which has had a flow-on effect to the timing of other necessary carpark construction works. These factors have been outside of Council’s or our contractor’s control.

While the contractor has been able to prioritise other work on-site during this period, the first stage of the carpark is now anticipated to be complete in late September/early October.

Stage 2 of the carpark upgrade is scheduled to start as the first stage is completed. Designs for the second stage of the carpark upgrade are currently underway. As part of the designs/approvals and construction of Stage 2, the westbound lane of Sinclair Crescent will continue to have intermittent closures until work is complete. The contractor and project team will aim to keep these closures to a minimum and updates will be provided to the community.

Temporary closure of Sinclair Crescent footpath

A small section of the footpath along Sinclair Crescent, opposite the carpark upgrade works, will be temporarily closed from tomorrow, Thursday 24 July, to Friday 1 August 2025. This is to allow for the construction of the new pedestrian crossing. A short, signposted pedestrian detour across the grassed area will be in place while this section of path is closed.

Sinclair Crescent Carpark Upgrade

Updated 10 June 2025

Construction work is underway on Stage 1 of the Sinclair Crescent carpark upgrade, located at the current gravel carpark area opposite Wentworth Falls Lake.

Parking has been reduced to approximately ten spaces within the current gravel parking carpark area. These ten spaces will later become unavailable as the construction work progresses and we will update the community before this occurs. Active efforts will be made by Council’s contractor to reduce noise and dust during the work. A site office will be positioned at the western end of the carpark, away from residential properties.

Council Rangers are aware of the upcoming changed parking conditions and will continue to monitor the lake precinct. While they cannot commit to increased monitoring, additional patrols may be able to be undertaken, dependent on available resourcing at the time.

The work will deliver a new carpark for the community and includes:

  • 33 formalised parking spaces to improve parking amenity, safety and accessibility.
  • A pedestrian crossing and traffic calming.
  • Bus stop upgrade.
  • New lighting and landscaping

The new carpark is anticipated to be finished in September 2025 (weather permitting).

One lane of Sinclair Crescent in front of the construction area is temporarily closed until Wednesday 23 July 2025.

This is to allow work on the Sinclair Crescent carpark that is close to the carriageway to be completed safely.

Traffic control will start from the eastern speed hump and will extend to the western boundary of the Stage 1 carpark as work progresses. A traffic controller will be in place while work is being undertaken during the day and after hours there will be a traffic light system in place, to manage the traffic past the construction zone and reduce disruption.

Thank you to the community for your patience as these upgrade works are undertaken.

Thank you to the community for your patience as these upgrade works are undertaken.

You can find out more about the project below, in the News Feed at the bottom of the page and in the Document Library to the right of the page.

The Wentworth Falls Lake Precinct upgrade.

Council has been working to carefully enhance the upgrade plans for Wentworth Falls Lake, in order to deliver an expanded package of works that best support the community’s vision for this iconic recreational precinct:

  • Dam upgrades: upgrade of the spillways, upstream dam wall and weir infrastructure to improve control of water levels for fire protection and community resilience. An upgraded boat ramp, landscaping and staging area for emergency vehicles will also be delivered.
  • Accessible walkway and viewing platform: a new pedestrian bridge and viewing platform, and improvements to how visitors access the northern edge of the lake to Waratah Road.
  • Precinct walk: a walk around the lake and a link to Waratah Road.
  • Carparks: new carparks on Sinclair Crescent and Waratah Road.
  • Plus upgraded precinct seating, shelters and BBQ facilities.

Council is now positioned to deliver the best outcome for the community through a broad package of upgrades that not only enhance how the lake and its surroundings can be experienced, but provide increased protections from future flood and fire events.

More information is available the News Feed below and a series of Frequently Asked Questions can be found on the right of this page.

Stay informed with updates on this project - click ‘Subscribe’ in the Stay informed box to the right.

Wentworth Falls Lake Precinct upgrade

Sinclair Crescent Carpark Upgrade update

23 July 2025

The one lane closure and contraflow traffic controls on Sinclair Crescent, opposite Wentworth Falls Lake, has been extended until 15 August 2025.

This has been caused by complications during the excavation of gas services (including finding a significant amount of rock which took more time to excavate) which has had a flow-on effect to the timing of other necessary carpark construction works. These factors have been outside of Council’s or our contractor’s control.

While the contractor has been able to prioritise other work on-site during this period, the first stage of the carpark is now anticipated to be complete in late September/early October.

Stage 2 of the carpark upgrade is scheduled to start as the first stage is completed. Designs for the second stage of the carpark upgrade are currently underway. As part of the designs/approvals and construction of Stage 2, the westbound lane of Sinclair Crescent will continue to have intermittent closures until work is complete. The contractor and project team will aim to keep these closures to a minimum and updates will be provided to the community.

Temporary closure of Sinclair Crescent footpath

A small section of the footpath along Sinclair Crescent, opposite the carpark upgrade works, will be temporarily closed from tomorrow, Thursday 24 July, to Friday 1 August 2025. This is to allow for the construction of the new pedestrian crossing. A short, signposted pedestrian detour across the grassed area will be in place while this section of path is closed.

Sinclair Crescent Carpark Upgrade

Updated 10 June 2025

Construction work is underway on Stage 1 of the Sinclair Crescent carpark upgrade, located at the current gravel carpark area opposite Wentworth Falls Lake.

Parking has been reduced to approximately ten spaces within the current gravel parking carpark area. These ten spaces will later become unavailable as the construction work progresses and we will update the community before this occurs. Active efforts will be made by Council’s contractor to reduce noise and dust during the work. A site office will be positioned at the western end of the carpark, away from residential properties.

Council Rangers are aware of the upcoming changed parking conditions and will continue to monitor the lake precinct. While they cannot commit to increased monitoring, additional patrols may be able to be undertaken, dependent on available resourcing at the time.

The work will deliver a new carpark for the community and includes:

  • 33 formalised parking spaces to improve parking amenity, safety and accessibility.
  • A pedestrian crossing and traffic calming.
  • Bus stop upgrade.
  • New lighting and landscaping

The new carpark is anticipated to be finished in September 2025 (weather permitting).

One lane of Sinclair Crescent in front of the construction area is temporarily closed until Wednesday 23 July 2025.

This is to allow work on the Sinclair Crescent carpark that is close to the carriageway to be completed safely.

Traffic control will start from the eastern speed hump and will extend to the western boundary of the Stage 1 carpark as work progresses. A traffic controller will be in place while work is being undertaken during the day and after hours there will be a traffic light system in place, to manage the traffic past the construction zone and reduce disruption.

Thank you to the community for your patience as these upgrade works are undertaken.

Thank you to the community for your patience as these upgrade works are undertaken.

You can find out more about the project below, in the News Feed at the bottom of the page and in the Document Library to the right of the page.

The Wentworth Falls Lake Precinct upgrade.

Council has been working to carefully enhance the upgrade plans for Wentworth Falls Lake, in order to deliver an expanded package of works that best support the community’s vision for this iconic recreational precinct:

  • Dam upgrades: upgrade of the spillways, upstream dam wall and weir infrastructure to improve control of water levels for fire protection and community resilience. An upgraded boat ramp, landscaping and staging area for emergency vehicles will also be delivered.
  • Accessible walkway and viewing platform: a new pedestrian bridge and viewing platform, and improvements to how visitors access the northern edge of the lake to Waratah Road.
  • Precinct walk: a walk around the lake and a link to Waratah Road.
  • Carparks: new carparks on Sinclair Crescent and Waratah Road.
  • Plus upgraded precinct seating, shelters and BBQ facilities.

Council is now positioned to deliver the best outcome for the community through a broad package of upgrades that not only enhance how the lake and its surroundings can be experienced, but provide increased protections from future flood and fire events.

More information is available the News Feed below and a series of Frequently Asked Questions can be found on the right of this page.

Stay informed with updates on this project - click ‘Subscribe’ in the Stay informed box to the right.

  • 'Everyone Can Play' Play Space

    17 Nov 2020
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    A replacement play space is coming soon!

    Council has secured funding through the 'Everyone Can Play' Grant to replace the senior play space near the toilets. The junior pirate-ship play space will remain as it is still in good condition.

    We are currently working on new inclusive play space designs that we will share with you in the coming weeks.

    This funding is separate to the Western Sydney City Deal Liveability grant that is funding other improvements at Wentworth Falls Lake.

  • Next stage of community consultation!

    26 Jun 2020
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    We are currently seeking feedback on the early stage preliminary Masterplan and your thoughts on replacing the playground.

    When viewing the Masterplan, you may find the Site Analysis and Design Strategies useful reading as well.

    We are still working on other documents including a Plan of Management which will be formally exhibited later in the year along with the final draft Masterplan.

    To find out what a Plan of Management and Masterplan is, please click here to our Frequently Asked Questions.

    Developing Plans of Management, and finalising designs is a long process. Council is required to follow certain steps, and get approvals from other Government departments along the way. This can take some time to complete.

    We are also looking into the safety of the dam wall as part of the design for the new accessible walkway and we will let you know when we have more information.

  • Will there be an improvement to the playground?

    26 Jun 2020
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    Yes, while works on the playgrounds are not included in the City Deal Liveability grant, additional funding has been found through the ‘Everyone Can Play’ grant to replace the old equipment located near the new toilets.

    The pirate ship playground is still in good condition so it will be left as it currently is. We would like to know what type of replacement playground would be best for Wentworth Falls Lake.

  • Share your ideas as images

    02 Apr 2020
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    As we can’t meet with you on site to talk about what you and love, and your ideas for Wentworth Falls Lake Park, we’re asking you to let us know by sharing photos on Instagram. You can share photos showing something you love about Wentworth Falls Lake Park, or an idea you have for the future, or both! Make sure you use the right hashtags, so we can include your ideas and feedback

    • Sharing what you love? Use #ilovewentworthfallslake
    • Sharing an idea for the future? Use #wentworthfallslake and #myidea

  • Wentworth Falls Lake Dam

    20 Mar 2020
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    Council is undertaking a comprehensive review of the Wentworth Falls Lake Dam.

    It is a legislative requirement and also in line with the proposed improvements for the accessible walkway over the spillway.

    The dam wall will be closed to the public at various times over March and April while investigations are undertaken.


  • Wentworth Falls Lake Park: A district park

    11 Mar 2020
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    Council manages 105 parks and 56 formal playgrounds across the Blue Mountains.

    Not every park and playground is the same. We have different kinds of parks and playgrounds, which people use differently, and need different equipment and management.

    Wentworth Falls Lake Park is one of four district parks in the Blue Mountains. District parks are large and high quality parks that cater to the needs of the broader Blue Mountains community. They offer a wider variety of activities and settings and are often the most popular parks and playgrounds.

    In addition to the different types and levels of parks, Council provides a range of different play types across our playgrounds and parks, to ensure there is something to suit children’s diverse needs and ages.

    Read more about our parks and playgrounds(External link).

  • Are the proposals for the City Deal upgrade final?

    11 Mar 2020
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    No. These improvements are important and we want your help to shape the designs. Consulting with you will also help us identify other priorities for the Plan of Management, and all future works will reflect those priorities.

  • Is Council planning to drastically change Wentworth Falls Lake Park?

    11 Mar 2020
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    No. The City Deal upgrade, and the Plan of Management will enhance the space and the way the community uses it making it easier to get around and protect the environmental values that make it so special. Our goal is to find out what you love about Wentworth Falls Lake Park, and improve the experience for all.

Page last updated: 08 Aug 2025, 04:49 PM