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Find a dog park or off-leash beach. Search our map for locations and facilities. Get tips for a dog-friendly day out.

Labrador at the dog-off-leash area in Elanora Park, Wynnum.

Council maintains more than 160 dog off-leash areas in parks across Brisbane.

Dog parks offer a safe space for dogs to run, play and burn off excess energy. 

Most off-leash dog parks are fully fenced and have seating, water, bins and shaded areas. Some also have agility equipment and designated areas for small dogs.

You can also let your dog run free in our designated foreshore areas on the bay. 

Find an off-leash dog park

Use the map to explore dog parks and off-leash dog beaches in Brisbane.

Search by address or suburb to find off-leash areas and their facilities, including small dog enclosures (which are great for nervous, quiet or shy dogs) and agility equipment.

Not sure where to visit first? Head to our most loved dog parks:

  • Perrin Park, Toowong
  • Sunset Park, Bardon
  • Crosby Park, Albion
  • Elanora Park, Wynnum
  • Kokoda Park, Gordon Park
  • Preston Road Park, Carina
  • Faulkner Park, Graceville
  • Grey Gum Park, Stafford Heights
  • Thomas Macleod Park, Sinnamon Park.

Off-leash dog beaches

Foreshore off-leash areas offer a sensory-rich experience for dogs. They can feel the sand beneath their paws or paddle and play fetch in the cool water.

To protect important habitat for shorebirds in Moreton Bay, Council has 3 designated foreshore dog off-leash areas.

The beach area at the end of Davenport Drive, between the southern and northern rock walls.

The area between the stairs to the foreshore, located near the corners of Flinders Parade and Second Avenue, and Park Parade and Zeehan Street at Shorncliffe.

An area that's part of Tuckeroo Park dog park in Nudgee Beach.

Note: The former foreshore off-leash dog area on Nudgee Beach is now an on-leash area.

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Important

You must leash your dog outside of these designated areas. Always check the onsite signage and site maps at the off-leash area entrance points.

Visiting off-leash areas

When visiting an off-leash area, it’s your responsibility to ensure your dog is well-behaved. They must also not disrupt or distress other dogs or park users.

  • Familiarise yourself with the specific rules and regulations of the off-leash area. These could include leash requirements, designated zones, and any restrictions that apply.
  • Keep your dog under control. Watch your dog and respond promptly to any signs of aggression, excessive barking or other unwanted behaviour.
  • Clean up after your dog. Dispose of dog waste in the bins provided.
  • Ensure your dog doesn’t create a nuisance for other dogs or owners (e.g. don't take big dogs into areas for small dogs).
  • Stay up to date with your dog’s registration and vaccinations. This protects their health when they socialise with other dogs.

Learn more about the responsibilities of owning a dog.

More dog-friendly activities

Grab a leash for more fun things to do with your dog in Brisbane.

You can:

To find out more about activities, events and things to do with your dog:

Frequently asked questions  

To report maintenance issues at a dog park, such as broken equipment or overgrown grass, contact Council.

Report suspected dog baiting to the RSPCA. To do this:

If an animal is seriously injured, ill or trapped and needs urgent attention, phone the Animal Ambulance on 1300 852 188.

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Important

If you’re experiencing or witnessing a dog attack that is urgent or life-threatening, phone Queensland Police immediately on Triple Zero (000).

You can also report a life-threatening or urgent situation to Council by phoning 07 3403 8888

Learn how to prevent, respond to and report dog attacks.