Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Vaucluse, AU

Observatory Hill Park is a pet-friendly park in Sydney, AU. Built in 1857, the park is home to Australia's first observatory open to the public. While dogs are not allowed inside any of the buildings, leashed pups are free to explore the outdoor areas of the park and bask in the panoramic views of the city from arguably the best vantage point.

Hyde Park is a pet-friendly urban park in the heart of Sydney, AU. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the winding paved trails that weave through the park.

Carradah Park is a pet-friendly park in Waverton north of Sydney Harbour, AU. Wander with your Weimaraner on a web of pathways with interpretive signage, picnic tables and public toilets along the way.

Bondi to Coogee Walk is a popular pet-friendly coastal trail in Coogee, NSW. This oceanfront walk is just under four miles in length, which winds alongside beaches, cliffs, parks and more. Along the way, stop off at a local cafe with a viewpoint across the water. Leashed pups are welcome to join their owners.

Sydney Harbour Bridge in Sydney, AU, is dog friendly. Leashed pups are welcome to join their owners on a stroll across this iconic steel structure that was completed in 1932 and remains a heritage-listed landmark. The bridge is one of the best places to photograph and view Sydney Opera House, along with the city skyline.

Wendy Whiteley’s Secret Garden is a pet-friendly park north of Sydney Harbour in Lavender Bay. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners for a serene afternoon walk through this gorgeous garden that features a huge tree at its center, along with other special areas like Arkie’s Bangalow Palms and a zigzag path near the cliff face. The park is always open and is free to enter.

Hugh Bamford Reserve is a dog-friendly park in North Bondi, NSW. The park offers great views across the water, grassy space to enjoy and paved walking pathways that welcome pups to join their owners on leash.

Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk is a pet-friendly trail that starts out in Bondi, NSW. This 2.5-mile coastal trail provides stunning views and leads alongside stunning beaches with epic ocean views. Leashed dogs are welcome.

Narrabeen Lagoon State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area near North Narrabeen, AU. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on The Narrabeen Lagoon trail, an easy loop that's just over 5 miles in length that will guide visitors through beautiful ecosystems, sprinkled with cultural heritage and historical sites along the way.

Dogs are allowed off-leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed on the playground.