Some residents and visitors to Hunter’s Hill may not be aware that there are four off-leash dog parks in this suburb. Four-legged furry pals may be allowed to run around freely in these areas with their owner’s supervision and control.
The Hunter’s Hill Council has made these areas specific for dog exercises to comply with the Companion Animals Act 1998. Signs are posted all over the sites but take note of the times allowed since there may be other activities in these areas that could be disrupted if there are dogs running and playing off leash.
Clarkes Point
Monday to Friday, all day
Saturday and Sunday, until 9:30 a.m.
Lower Gladsville Reserve
Monday to Friday, all day
Saturday and Sunday, until 9:30 a.m.
Riverglade Reserve
Specifically on the eastern end, from the concrete spillway path leading to Waruda Place
No time restriction
Tarban Creek Reserve
From Gladeville Road to Manning Road
No time restriction
Pet owners are expected to clean up after their dog’s waste immediately to avoid penalties. Bins for proper disposal of excrements are all over these parks. There will be rangers and park workers at the reserve as well, who may hand out clean-up bags or issue warnings in case of violations.
Fur parents and dog walkers are allowed up to four dogs at a time at the off-leash grounds. Native bushland areas anywhere in Hunter’s Hill, where hundreds of flora and fauna are protected, are strictly not off-leash areas.