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Best Off-Leash Dog Parks in St George

St George has dedicated off-leash dog areas across multiple suburbs, from fully fenced enclosures to large open reserves. All parks listed here have confirmed off-leash areas from council or visitor sources.

What to look for

Finding a safe off-leash area in St George depends on a few deal-breakers: is the area fully fenced, are there toilets nearby, and is parking close? The table below compares every confirmed off-leash park in the district.

Comparison table — Best Off-Leash Dog Parks in St George

Park	Suburb	Off-leash area	Parking	Toilets	BBQ / Picnic	Water	Details
Merv Lynch Reserve	Beverly Hills	✓	✓	✓	✓	?	View →
Kogarah Park	Carlton	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Moore Reserve	Hurstville Grove	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Peakhurst Park	Peakhurst	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Civic Avenue Reserve	Kogarah	✓	✓	?	✓	✓	View →
Fry's Reserve	Kogarah	✓	✓	?	✓	✓	View →
H. V. Evatt Park	Lugarno	✓	?	✓	✓	?	View →
Progress Park	Narwee	✓	✓	?	✓	?	View →
Arrowsmith Park	Hurstville	✓	✓	✗	✗	✗	View →
Scarborough Park	Kogarah	✓	?	✓	✗	✓	View →
Richard Podmore Reserve	Narwee	✓	✓	?	✗	?	View →
Ron Gosling Reserve	Bardwell Park	✓	?	?	✓	?	View →
Shepherd Parade Reserve	Bardwell Park	✓	?	?	✗	?	View →
Wise Reserve	Riverwood	✓	?	?	✗	?	View →

Park profiles — Best Off-Leash Dog Parks in St George

Merv Lynch Reserve

📍 Beverly Hills, NSW 2209

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Merv Lynch Reserve is a public park on Edgbaston Road in Beverly Hills whose standout feature is a fully fenced off-leash dog park, made permanent in 2023. The reserve also has an upgraded playground, BBQ facilities, picnic tables, toilet blocks and the Beverly Hills Creative Studio.

Off-Leash Dog Park at Merv Lynch Reserve

Merv Lynch Reserve has a fully fenced off-leash dog park in a designated section of the reserve. Georges River Council endorsed the off-leash area as permanent in February 2023, and it formally opened in March 2023. Merv Lynch Reserve keeps separate areas for on-leash and off-leash dogs, so dogs that need to stay on a lead have their own space. Local lead rules are posted at the entrance to the off-leash section.

Playground and BBQ Area at Merv Lynch Reserve

Merv Lynch Reserve has an upgraded playground for children, and its BBQ stands are located near the playground. Picnic tables and benches provide seating for family meals, and toilet blocks are available for visitors. The reserve has a semi-enclosed setting that suits families spending time outdoors together, which makes Merv Lynch Reserve a practical choice for family picnics and weekend BBQs.

Off-leash dogsFenced dog parkKids playgroundFamily picnicsWeekend BBQCreative studio space

🐕 Off-leash area🛝 Playground🔥 BBQ🚻 Toilets🅿️ Parking

Kogarah Park

📍 Carlton, NSW 2218

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Kogarah Park is a public park in Carlton NSW 2218 and the home of Netstrata Jubilee Stadium. Its most notable feature for locals is a dedicated off-leash dog area at the southern end, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The park also has a children's playground, picnic shelters and public toilets.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Kogarah Park

Kogarah Park has a dedicated off-leash dog area at its southern end, set well away from Netstrata Jubilee Stadium and the sports ovals. The off-leash area is completely unfenced, so owners need to keep their dogs under control at all times. A water tap in the off-leash area gives dogs fresh drinking water during a visit, and a bin is provided for waste.

Playground and Picnic Shelters at Kogarah Park

Kogarah Park has a children's playground with a large rope climbing structure nearby, which suits young children. Picnic shelters and picnic tables give families a covered place to eat outdoors. Public toilets on site make longer outings practical, and the park has night lighting. Families can combine playground time with a meal under the shelters, and the park's shaded lawns make it easy to spend a full afternoon at Kogarah Park.

Off-leash dogsKids playgroundPicnic sheltersFree parkingWheelchair accessible24-hour dog accessStadium match daysNovember jacaranda views

🐕 Off-leash area🛝 Playground🚻 Toilets🅿️ Parking🏅 Sports

Moore Reserve

📍 Hurstville Grove, NSW 2220

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Moore Reserve is a 14.2 hectares park in Hurstville Grove NSW 2220 that has an enclosed off-leash dog park in its middle. It also has waterfront access to Oatley Bay with a boat ramp, a playground, BBQ areas and a long circuit path.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Moore Reserve

Moore Reserve has an enclosed off-leash dog park in the middle of the park, with passive open space and workout equipment in its surrounds. Moore Reserve also has a surrounding unfenced dog off-leash area, so dogs can run beyond the fenced zone. The fenced dog park has a tap inside it and another tap outside it. Moore Reserve provides poo bags at the two entrances to the dog park, along with bins for disposal. The fenced dog park is listed at 73 West Crescent, Hurstville Grove NSW 2220, and is managed by Georges River Council. Off-leash times apply to the grassed area only, so owners should check the council's current dog rules before visiting Moore Reserve with their dog.

Playground and Play Equipment at Moore Reserve

Moore Reserve has a child's playground in the north of the park, beside some bushland and water harvesting features. Moore Reserve has swing sets, climbing equipment and other children's play sets for young visitors. Moore Reserve has an outdoor fitness play set that adds active play options alongside the playground. Moore Reserve has an open-air gym with workout equipment in the park's surrounds. Families visiting Moore Reserve can combine playground time with a walk along the long circuit path or a picnic near the water.

Off-leash dogsKids playgroundWeekend BBQFamily picnicsBoat ramp accessOutdoor fitnessWalking and runningOatley Bay views

🐕 Off-leash area🛝 Playground🔥 BBQ🚻 Toilets🅿️ Parking🚶 Paths🏅 Sports

Peakhurst Park

📍 Peakhurst, NSW 2210

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Peakhurst Park is a public park on Hedley Street, Peakhurst, with sports fields, a family-friendly playground, electric BBQs and an off-leash dog area. Its standout feature is a FIFA-approved synthetic football field with sports lighting, alongside cricket nets, picnic sites and wheelchair-friendly paths.

Sports Fields at Peakhurst Park

Peakhurst Park has two soccer fields, two mini soccer fields, a junior league field and a league/touch field. The FIFA-approved synthetic football field is lit by sports lighting on 4 towers, so it can be used after dark. For cricket, the park has a cricket wicket and two cricket practice nets. Basketball is also played here, and outdoor table tennis tables add a casual option. A new sports amenities building supports the fields and the clubs that use them.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Peakhurst Park

Peakhurst Park has an off-leash area where dogs can run freely. The dog area has drinking water, shade and public toilets close by, which makes it a regular stop for local dog owners. Because the off-leash area sits inside the wider park, owners can pair a dog walk with time at the sports fields, the picnic sites or the playground on the same visit.

Off-leash dogsKids playgroundWeekend BBQSoccer and cricketFamily picnicsWheelchair-friendly pathsSynthetic football fieldTable tennis

🐕 Off-leash area🛝 Playground🔥 BBQ🚻 Toilets🅿️ Parking🚶 Paths🏅 Sports

Civic Avenue Reserve

📍 Kogarah, NSW 2217

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Civic Avenue Reserve is a park on Barton Street in Kogarah NSW 2217. Its standout feature is a fenced off-leash dog park with a doggy water station. The reserve also has a playground, picnic areas, a cricket pitch, soccer fields and walks through the surrounding wetlands.

Off-Leash Dog Park at Civic Avenue Reserve

Civic Avenue Reserve has a fenced dog park that is open 24 hours a day. The dog park has a doggy water station where dogs can drink, and biodegradable poo bags are supplied for owners. Park benches and moveable plastic chairs give owners somewhere to sit while their dogs play. Balls and tennis rackets are often left in the dog park for dogs to play with.

Walking Paths and Wetlands at Civic Avenue Reserve

Civic Avenue Reserve has walking paths around the reserve, and walks through the wetlands surround it, giving dog owners and walkers a longer route beyond the dog park fence. Civic Avenue Reserve is a decent size for a local reserve but smaller than Carss Bush Park, and people from the immediate neighbourhood use it well. A large puddle forms at one end after heavy rain, which can affect walking routes on that side.

Off-leash dogsDog water stationKids playgroundFamily picnicsCricket and soccerWetland walks24-hour access

🐕 Off-leash area🛝 Playground🅿️ Parking🚶 Paths🏅 Sports

Fry's Reserve

📍 Kogarah, NSW 2217

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Fry's Reserve is a public park at 1 Warialda Street in Kogarah, best known for its fenced off-leash dog area with agility equipment. Beyond the dog area, the park has playgrounds, BBQ areas, picnic tables, a shelter and ample open space for families and friends.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Fry's Reserve

Fry's Reserve has a fenced off-leash dog area with a double-gated entry. Agility equipment in the dog area includes weave poles, platforms and a ramp. A water station with a dog bowl, poo bags and seating are also provided. Fry's Reserve is one of 15 parks and 1 beach in Bayside Council's area where dogs can exercise without a leash, as long as owners keep them safely under control. The area is open 24 hours but has no lighting, and the ground can be muddy with grass in poor condition.

Playgrounds, BBQs and Picnic Areas at Fry's Reserve

Fry's Reserve has playgrounds for children and BBQ areas for cooking outdoors. Picnic tables and a shelter give groups a place to gather and eat, and shaded spots under the trees offer relief from the sun. Ample open space lets families, friends and fitness enthusiasts spread out, so the park works for a casual BBQ lunch as well as a family outing.

Off-leash dogsDog agility equipmentKids playgroundWeekend BBQFamily picnicsOpen space for familiesDaylight dog walks

🐕 Off-leash area🛝 Playground🔥 BBQ🅿️ Parking

H. V. Evatt Park

📍 Lugarno, NSW 2210

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H. V. Evatt Park is a reserve on Forest Road in Lugarno, set in natural bushland and best known for its unfenced off-leash dog area. The park also has three rugby fields, netball and basketball courts, a playground, picnic shelters, barbecues, and bush trails linking to the Salt Pan Creek walkway.

Off-Leash Dog Area at H. V. Evatt Park

H. V. Evatt Park has an unfenced off-leash dog area set within a spacious natural reserve. Wide, open grassy areas give dogs room to run. Dogs may be off-leash only in the designated areas and must stay under effective control at all times. Leash rules apply on shared paths, outside the off-leash zones and within the wildlife protection areas of H. V. Evatt Park.

Sports Fields and Courts at H. V. Evatt Park

H. V. Evatt Park has three rugby fields, and rugby clubs near Lugarno play there on Saturday mornings. The park also has a basketball court, two netball courts and a cricket wicket with two practice nets for training and matches. With rugby, cricket, basketball and netball all in one place, H. V. Evatt Park suits team training, weekend games and active visitors from several sporting codes.

Off-leash dogsKids playgroundWeekend BBQPicnics in natureSports teamsWalking and bushwalkingWildlife spotting

🐕 Off-leash area🛝 Playground🔥 BBQ🚻 Toilets🚶 Paths🏅 Sports

Progress Park

📍 Narwee, NSW 2209

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Progress Park is a neighbourhood park in Narwee with open grass, trees, picnic facilities and walking paths. Its most notable feature is a fenced off-leash dog area in the former playground space, open 7.00 am to 7.00 pm as a trial from September 2026 to March 2027.

Off-Leash Dog Trial at Progress Park

Progress Park has a temporary off-leash dog park inside its fenced former playground. Dogs must stay on a leash in every unfenced part of the park. The existing fencing and seating remain in place for the off-leash area. Progress Park also has a waste bin and a dog waste bag dispenser installed for the trial. Signs in the park explain the trial, its operating hours and the behaviour expected of owners.

Open Grass and Picnic Areas at Progress Park

Progress Park has open grass and trees, with park furniture and picnic facilities for visitors who want to sit and eat outdoors. Walking paths run through the park, so it suits a short stroll as well as a picnic in a leafy setting close to Narwee's residential streets. The playground equipment at Progress Park has been removed for the dog trial, and Narwee Park, a five-minute walk away, has alternative play equipment for children.

Off-leash dogsDog owners (trial period)PicnicsWalksOpen grass spaceNear Narwee StationFamilies with play at Narwee Park

🐕 Off-leash area🅿️ Parking🚶 Paths

Arrowsmith Park

📍 Hurstville, NSW 2220

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Arrowsmith Park is a public park in Hurstville whose standout feature is an unleashed dog area. The off-leash area is unfenced and sits beside busy roads and a railway line, while the decent-sized park itself has trees spread across it and one steeply sloped end.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Arrowsmith Park

Arrowsmith Park has an unleashed dog area, its one dedicated facility. The off-leash area is unfenced, so there is no enclosed space for dogs to run. Busy roads and a railway line run beside it, which means owners should keep dogs close to them at all times. There are no dog water stations, and the park's water taps are hard to find.

Grounds and Terrain at Arrowsmith Park

Arrowsmith Park covers a decent-sized area with trees spread across it, which give visitors some shade. One end of the park is steeply sloped, and the slope makes it hard to bring a pram or a wheelchair through that section. Arrowsmith Park has no toilet, barbecue, picnic table, playground or water refill station, and litter and dumped trolleys are present on the grounds.

Off-leash dogsUnfenced dog areaDog walkersTree coverShort park visitsHurstville local parks

🐕 Off-leash area🅿️ Parking

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Scarborough Park

📍 Kogarah, NSW 2217

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Scarborough Park is a 61-hectare park in Kogarah NSW 2217, one of the earliest parks created by the NSW Government in 1879. Its standout feature is a fenced off-leash dog area with agility equipment, alongside tranquil ponds, sports fields and a playground.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Scarborough Park

Scarborough Park has a fully fenced off-leash dog area that gives dogs a secure space to run and play. The dog area includes agility equipment, a water bubbler, waste bins and shaded seating areas. Scarborough Park provides poo bags for dog owners, so waste can be cleared up during a visit. Scarborough Park is listed as a dog friendly park, and its dog area is a convenient spot for off-leash activity. Visitors should expect muddy conditions after rain, and the dog area has limited shelter, so plan accordingly for hot or wet weather.

Playground and Toilets at Scarborough Park

Scarborough Park has a children's playground with a sandpit and open grass for play. The playground is located at 76 Barton Street, Kogarah, and it is open 24 hours each day. Scarborough Park has public toilets on site, giving families access to restrooms during a day out. The grassed area beside the playground gives young children room to run, while parents can sit nearby. Scarborough Park's playground makes it a practical choice for families with young kids visiting Kogarah.

Off-leash dogsKids playgroundFamily picnicsCricket and soccerPond and greenery strollsLocal club sport

🐕 Off-leash area🛝 Playground🚻 Toilets🚶 Paths🏅 Sports

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Richard Podmore Reserve

📍 Narwee, NSW 2209

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Richard Podmore Reserve is a 24-hour off-leash dog park in Narwee NSW 2209, with agility equipment including ramps, tunnels and weaving poles. Its standout feature is the dedicated dog agility area, alongside a more natural bushy section away from the equipment.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Richard Podmore Reserve

Richard Podmore Reserve is a dog park with an off-leash dog area. The reserve has agility equipment including ramps, tunnels and weaving poles, and some of this equipment needs a little maintenance. A bushy section away from the equipment gives dogs a more natural space to explore. Richard Podmore Reserve has a tap for water but no designated water station, so owners should bring their own bowl. City of Canterbury Bankstown Council has planned separated off-leash dog park facilities for Richard Podmore Reserve, including waste bag dispensers and bins. The reserve suits dog owners who want agility practice close to home.

Getting to Richard Podmore Reserve

Richard Podmore Reserve is located at 57 Karne St N in Narwee, New South Wales. Richard Podmore Reserve has plenty of on-street parking available outside its entrance, so visitors can park directly along the street. The reserve sits close to a motorway, which is useful for drivers travelling through the area. Richard Podmore Reserve is part of the parks, reserves and playgrounds network run by City of Canterbury Bankstown Council. Visitors arriving by car should look for parking along the street directly outside the main entrance.

Off-leash dogsDog agility equipment24-hour accessQuiet dog walksNatural bushy sectionOn-street parking

🐕 Off-leash area🅿️ Parking

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Ron Gosling Reserve

📍 Bardwell Park, NSW 2207

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Ron Gosling Reserve is a family-friendly green space with lush greenery at 11 Water Street, Bardwell Park. Its standout feature is a designated off-leash area for dogs. It also has a children's playground, picnic areas, walking paths and tennis courts for recreation and community events.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Ron Gosling Reserve

Dogs can be off the lead at Ron Gosling Reserve, which Bayside Council lists as an off-leash area. Owners must keep their dogs safely under control at all times, including while they are off the lead. Walking paths and walking tracks wind through the reserve's lush greenery, so owners can pair off-leash time with a walk. Because council dog rules can change, it is worth confirming the current requirements with Bayside Council before a visit.

Family Facilities at Ron Gosling Reserve

Ron Gosling Reserve has a children's playground and picnic areas set among lush greenery. Families can bring lunch to the picnic areas and let children use the playground in the same visit. Walking paths connect the play and picnic spaces, which suits a relaxed outing with young children. Ron Gosling Reserve also has tennis courts that host casual games and community events.

Off-leash dogsKids playgroundFamily picnicsWalking pathsTennis courtsGreen space relaxing

🐕 Off-leash area🛝 Playground🚶 Paths🏅 Sports

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Shepherd Parade Reserve

📍 Bardwell Park, NSW 2207

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Shepherd Parade Reserve is a public reserve in Bardwell Valley, close to Bardwell Park, with an off-leash dog area near Bardwell Valley Golf Course. The off-leash area is open space where dogs can exercise and socialise, and it is the local choice for dog owners in Bardwell Valley.

Off-leash dogsDog exercise and socialisingBardwell Valley Golf Course nearbyPlanned kids playground upgradeAges 2–12 play area (planned)Local Bardwell Park reserve

🐕 Off-leash area

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Wise Reserve

📍 Riverwood, NSW 2210

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Wise Reserve is a park at 162-168 Bonds Road in Riverwood, in Sydney's south, whose standout feature is a fenced dog park. The enclosure is an off-leash area, so dogs can run freely inside the fence, and the space goes by the name Wise Reserve Fenced Dog Park.

Off-leash dogsFenced dog areaDog ownersRiverwood visitorsNamed fenced dog parkBonds Road access

🐕 Off-leash area

Frequently asked questions

Which St George parks have fully fenced off-leash areas?

Several parks across St George have fenced or designated off-leash zones. Check each park listing for confirmed fencing details as council signage varies.

What time are dogs allowed off-leash in St George?

Off-leash hours vary by park and council area. Verify current times on council signage at each park before visiting.

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