On the hunt for a new dog-friendly park? Here are Sydney’s best parks to take your furry friend to, stretching from The Shire to the Northern Beaches, the eastern suburbs to Liverpool, and everywhere in between!
If your dog loves a dip in the water, the off-leash section of Silver Beach is a perfect spot for your furry friend.
This beach fronts Botany Bay and dogs are allowed to run around off leash between the third and fourth rock walls – this section is clearly signposted — on the western end of the beach, next to the Bonna Point Reserve car park.
Dan Mahoney Reserve, North Parramatta
More than three hectares of off-leash dog heaven is just across the river from the Albion Hotel, a dog friendly pub.
Dogs are welcome here 24/7 and the park is fenced and surrounded by shady trees for when the sun gets too hot in the open oval.
The reserve also boasts regular training schools and some dog-focused activities on the weekend.
Sydney Park, Erskineville
Sydney Park boasts the largest off-leash area for all of our inner-city pups.
Dogs love the 40-hectares of open hills, tree-lined paths and dedicated ‘dog pools’ — they just cannot go into the wetlands or one the Alan Davidson Oval.
There is also a cafe towards the centre of this park that sells some special dog treats — along with food and drinks for us humans too!
Rutherford Ave Reserve, Kellyville
Located in The Hills, Rutherford Ave Reserve has an excellent fenced dog park.
In this off-leash section, you’ll find dog bags and water plus a small agility course, shelter, and seating.
There is also a separate kids playground, a village green and plenty of barbecues.
Shale Hills Dog Park, West Hoxton
This dog park is the largest off-leash areas in western Sydney.
Along with open space and shaded areas, Shale Hills Dog Park has state-of-the-art agility equipment.
The training circuit contains ten activity stations, and the agility course features tunnels, balance beams, rest boxes and weave poles for our talented companions.
Roland Reserve, Bayview
This reserve is a favourite among dog owners in Sydney’s northern beaches.
Along with plenty of open space, there is waterfront access for dogs who love a dip.
Rowland Reserve also contains a designated fenced area for smaller dogs plus seating and a large green field.
Hawthorne Canal Reserve, Leichhardt
This inner west dog park is beloved by local residents.
It is located off Darley Rd and contains separate on and off-leash sections.
If you head right to the end of Canal Rd, you’ll also find Cafe Bones – a dog-friendly cafe featuring treats for owners and pets alike.
Sirius Cove Reserve, Mosman
This stunning Mosman Reserve is a favourite spot in Sydney’s north.
During the week the beach is off leash all day, but it is only an off-leash area before 9am and after 4pm on the weekend and public holidays,
It’s a great hang for dogs that want to cool off in the gentle harbourside waters or simply run around on a large grassed area.
Bungarribee, Arndell Park
This western Sydney park is home to one of our cities largest fenced dog areas, the Warrigal Dog Run.
The run boasts open green fields and some shady spots to hang out in.
There are also plenty of water bowls and dog bags, as well as a steady stream of excited young pups!
Lighthouse Reserve, Vaucluse
This reserve is offers a vast green expanse for dogs to run around on at all hours and days of the week.
Located off Old South Head Rd, this park also features sweeping views across the ocean — views your furry friend might not notice but a big plus for us humans.
These parks are beloved by dogs of all shapes and sizes …
