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Macleay Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 24 May 2026

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Macleay Reserve is a small green reserve in Elizabeth Bay with shade, a playground and pleasant sea views. Dogs are allowed off-leash here at all times, as part of the City of Sydney off-leash program. It is a handy, quiet spot for a run or some fresh air close to home. A pleasant inner-city off-leash pocket.

Dog rules

This reserve is an off-leash area for dogs at all times. Listed in the City of Sydney dog off-leash areas program.

At a glance

Off-leash areaAdmin team verified
Shade availableFrom reviews
Grassy surfaceFrom reviews
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94 Elizabeth Bay Rd, Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011, Australia
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Before you go

  • 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
  • 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.

What people say

MKM. K.
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★★★★☆5 years ago

Great spot if you need a little quiet time to answer some emails and get some fresh air when living nearby. Reasonably good for dogs as well. It's not very wide, but it's long enough for a decent game of fetch. It's well shaded during summer, and just recently had its lawn relaid (Jan 2021).

GMGordon M.
Google Maps
★★★★★3 years ago

Off leash for dogs nice sea views

JLJ L.
Google Maps
★★★★★7 years ago

Great place to have a seat and read a book for reply to emails

JKJamie K.
Google Maps
★☆☆☆☆7 years ago

Only went to residence for a job. Not the reserve itself

GSGreg S.
Google Maps
★★★★☆8 years ago

Beautiful location to have some lunch

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94 Elizabeth Bay Rd, Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011, Australia
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