It is estimated that there are more than 500,000 dogs in Sydney and regular exercise is an essential part of a dog’s life. Luckily, our furry friends are welcome at hundreds of parks and other open spaces all around Sydney.
With many studies suggesting a wide range of benefits for us humans if we own a dog, it’s no wonder that we want to give back to our dogs by increasing their quality of life too. In this article, we’ll look into how you can find an off-leash dog exercise area near you in Sydney.
Council Websites
Most councils have a dedicated section on their website with important information for residents who own a dog, which typically includes the dedicated dog exercise parks in your area.
Bayside – Off-Leash Dog Exercise Areas
There are 12 off-leash areas where dogs can exercise without a leash. Note that they must still be under control of a competent person at all times. Click here to see all the areas: Bayside Off-Leash Areas
Blacktown – Off-leash areas
You can find the closest off-leash area to you here: Blacktown Off-Leash Areas
Burwood – Off-Leash Areas
Find a map detailing areas where dogs are permitted off-leash here: Burwood Off-Leash Areas
Camden – Off-Leash Dog Parks
The Camden Council offers eight off-leash dog parks, find them here: Camden Off-Leash Dog Parks
Campbelltown – Dog leash-free areas and conditions for dog entry
The City Council of Campbelltown provides leash-free areas to socialise and exercise dogs. Learn more here: Campbelltown Leash-Free Areas
Canada Bay – Local Off-Leash Areas
Did you know that nearly 40 per cent of households within the City of Canada Bay own a dog and that they have made a commitment to be one of Sydney’s most dog-friendly councils? Click here to learn all you need to know about their local off-leash areas: Canada Bay Local Off-Leash Areas
Canterbury – Bankstown – Pet-friendly Parks and Reserves
Dogs are welcome at most local parks but must be kept on a leash unless otherwise stated. See all off-leash parks here: Canterbury – Bankstown Pet-friendly Parks and Reserves
Cumberland – Off-leash dog parks
There are six off-leash dog parks in the Cumberland Council area. Learn more about them here: Cumberland Off-Leash Dog Parks
Fairfield – Dog Off-leash Areas
Fairfield City offers residents four dog off-leash areas, you can find them here: Fairfield Off-Leash Areas
Hornsby – Off-leash Dog Areas
There are six dedicated off-leash areas in Hornsby Shire, as well as some shared ones. Find them all here: Hornsby Off-Leash Dog Areas
Inner West – Dog exercise areas
There are 43 off-leash dog exercise areas in the Inner West: Dog Exercise Areas
Ku-ring-gai – Off-leash dog parks
The council currently has 20 off-leash areas. Learn all there is to know about it here: Ku-ring-gai Off-Leash Dog Parks
Lane Cove – Dog Exercise Areas
The council has designated particular areas throughout Lane Cove for off-leash exercise for dogs, you can find them here: Lane Cove Dog Exercise Areas
Liverpool – Off-Leash Dog Areas
Liverpool City Council recognises the benefits off-leash areas have on the health and well-being of dogs. There are four designated off-leash areas, learn more here: Liverpool Off-Leash Dog Areas
Mosman – Where to Walk Your Dog
Mosman has areas where dogs may be exercised either on or off the leash, click here for more details: Mosman Dog Exercise Areas
North Sydney – Dogs in Parks, Reserves & Playgrounds
North Sydney is a dog-friendly area with numerous parks where dogs can be exercised off-leash. Learn all about them here: North Sydney Dog Parks
Northern Beaches – Dog Parks
Your best friend can let off steam in one of Northern Beaches 28 dog off-leash exercise areas. Find them all here: Northern Beaches Dog Parks
Parramatta – Off-Leash Areas
The City of Parramatta recognises the need for public open spaces as private backyards and garden spaces decrease. Find all dog off-leash areas here: Parramatta Off-Leash Areas
Penrith – Dog Off-leash Areas
Penrith is a pet-friendly city with many parks where dogs can be exercised off-leash. Check out the interactive map here: Penrith Dog Off-Leash Areas
Randwick – Off-leash Dog Areas
Randwick City Council encourages the use of a number of its parks and open spaces for dog exercise and 14 areas are designated to allow you to exercise your dog off the leash at any time of the day. You can view them here: Randwick Off-Leash Dog Areas
Ryde – Off-Leash Areas
Learn more about the off-leash dog exercise areas in Ryde here: Ryde Off-Leash Areas
Strathfield – Leash-Free Areas
To promote healthy lifestyles, there are two dog leash-free areas in the Strathfield Council area. Learn more here: Strathfield Leash-Free Areas
Sutherland – Dog-Friendly Areas across the Shire
Access the interactive map to see where you can take your dog here: Sutherland Dog-Friendly Areas
City of Sydney – Off-Leash Parks
You can enjoy many parks in the City of Sydney. Learn more here: City of Sydney Off-Leash Parks
Waverley – Dog Walking Areas
Currently, there are eight off-leash parks in the Waverley Council area, learn more about them here: Waverley Dog Walking Areas
Willoughby – Off-Leash Areas
In recognition of the benefits of dog ownership, Council has provided many areas in parks and reserves where dogs can be exercised without leashes. Learn more about them here: Willoughby Off-Leash Areas
Wollondilly – Off-Leash Areas
The council maintains several off-leash areas for pet owners to enjoy. Find them all here: Wollondilly Off-Leash Areas
Woollahra – Walking your dog
Dogs are welcome at many different parks and reserves in Woollahra. Learn more about where dogs are allowed off-leash by clicking here: Woollahra Dog Exercise Parks
