Off-Leash Dog Parks in Australia & the South Pacific

The Groynes is a securely fenced park with a number of different areas including spring fed streams, trees and open spaces and three agility courses. A BBQ and picnic area is also within the park, although dogs must be leashed in this area. Car parking available.

Spacious green area with a fenced-in section and obstacle course ideal for small dogs.

St. Albans Park in Christchurch, NZ, is a pet-friendly haven perfect for dog lovers. With spacious grassy areas, shady trees, a splash-worthy stream, and designated off-leash zones, it's ideal for strolls, playtime, or a picnic with your pup.

The Styx Mill Conservation Reserve offers a securely fenced area with two small ponds, lot of trees, and wide open spaces. Off road parking and toilets available.

Templeton's Reserve has great open spaces with plenty of room for pups to run. There are no gates or fences. The large pond is not suitable for swimming, but it is easy to walk around it.

Adelaide Park Lands is a collection of off-leash and on-leash parks in North Adelaide, AU. The city offers more than 29 parks with various amenities for your furry friend. Although most have designated dog areas, it's important to note some lack a surrounding fence. Surrounding the parks is the Adelaide Park Lands Trail that you can hop on after Fido burns off energy. Please visit their website for a list of pet-friendly spots.

Elkington Park welcomes pups to play off-leash in the Balmain neighborhood of Sydney, AU. The north-western section between Tilba Avenue and White Horse Point welcomes pups to play without a leash on at any time of the day. If you plan on wandering around the rest of the park, be aware that dogs are only allowed off-leash from 4 p.m. to 10 a.m. Additionally, dogs are not permitted within 10 meters of the children's playground area.

Camperdown Memorial Rest Park in Newtown, NSW features an off-leash zone that can be accessed during certain times of the day. Originally the site of Camperdown Cemetery, the space is now used by people enjoying picnics and hanging out on the grass. Dogs are also able to enjoy a designated section of the park on a leash at all times, and off-leash during the week and between the hours of 5 p.m. and 9 a.m. on weekends.

Ewenton Park is an off-leash area in the Balmain neighborhood of Sydney, AU. Pups can play off-leash from 4 p.m. to 10 a.m. every day. Dogs must remain on a leash outside of these times. The park also features a nice lawn, views over the water and benches to sit at while your dog plays.

Centennial Parklands is one of the most dog-friendly public parks in Sydney - in fact approximately 43 percent (or 154 hectares) of its open space as off-leash areas. Centennial Parklands offer areas for both on- and off-leash dog walking. Sandstone Ridge and Federation Valley are both popular locations for off-leash dog walking.

Dogs are not permitted to swim in the ponds, in children's playgrounds, within 10 metres of Federation Pavilion and within 10 metres of Centennial Parklands Dining facility. However, there are dog tethering posts around the dining facility.

Henson Park in the Sydney, AU suburb of Marrickville boasts an off-leash dog area. Formerly the site of a brick pit, the park is predominantly used for sporting events these days. However, pups are free to play in a portion of the park without a leash on the eastern side when no sporting events are taking place.

Bring Fido to play off leash at Bordertown Dog Park at Gateway Park in Bordertown, AU. This fenced recreation area features two separate spaces, one for all dogs and one recommended for small pups. Park amenities include double-gated entry, waste receptacles, benches, a splash pad and more.

The Wellington Botanic Garden features 25 hectares of unique landscape, protected native forest, conifers, specialised plant collections, colourful floral displays, and views over Wellington city.

Dogs are allowed if they are on lead and the owners clean up after them.

he Botanic Garden is minutes from downtown Wellington, and is easily accessed.

There are many entrances to the Garden including from Tinakori Road, Glenmore Street, Salamanca Road, Upland Road and the Cable Car.

The new Off-Leash Dog Exercise Area was officially opened by Western Bay of Plenty Mayor Paterson and Tauranga City Council Mayor Crosby on Saturday 26 September 2015. This is located to the right hand side of the mountain biking car park.

The area of about 1 hectare, is fully fenced and is suitable for ALL types and sizes of dogs, over the age of 4 months.

The following rules apply:

Park hours apply to this area Owners should carry a leash at all times Dogs and children must be accompanied by an adult Please do not bring food or cigarettes into the area This is no place for a dog under 4 months of age Owners must clean up after their dogs Please keep female dogs in heat, at home Dogs must be under VOICE CONTROL Dogs should be registered (and muzzled, if required by the Animal Control Act)

Bring Fido to this dog beach located between Port Melbourne Yacht Club and Lagoon Pier. Dogs love running off-leash on the sand and taking refreshing swims in the water. Dogs should be under voice control and owners must clean up after their pets and carry waste bags with them.

Dogs are allowed off-leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed on the playground. Harry Noble Reserve includes a fenced playground, netball rings as well as picnic and barbecue areas.

The neighboring Erskineville Oval is available for hire. Public toilets are available.

This is one of several parks and reserves in Hobsons Bay where dogs are allowed off-leash. Doug Grant Reserve is located in Altona.

Warrigal Dog Run in Bungarribee Park is the largest fenced dog park in Sydney. The run is a local favorite, boasting open green fields and shady spots for owners to hang out. Take a walk on the trails outside the fenced area afterwards, too.

Radley Park was the first known dog agility course in New Zealand. The park is unfenced and offers six agility obstacles. Open all day.

This is one of several parks and reserves in Hobsons Bay where dogs are allowed off-leash. Cyril Curtain Reserve is located in Williamstown.