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Lawrence Hargrave Reserve

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Updated 24 May 2026

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Lawrence Hargrave Reserve is a compact off-leash park in Elizabeth Bay with community gardens, a book swap hutch, and views over Rushcutters Bay. The space isn't large, but it has character and a loyal local dog-walking community.

Dog rules

Dog off-leash allowed at all times. Listed in the City of Sydney dog off-leash areas program.

At a glance

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9A Elizabeth Bay Rd, Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011, Australia
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Cafes

Maggie's Potts Point Restaurant
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Scramble And Bean
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Two Good Co. Cafe at Yirranma Place
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Pubs & Bars

The Roosevelt
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Potts Point Hotel
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TACO + VINO
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Dog Washes

Rose Bay Dog Wash
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Parks

Fitzroy Gardens
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Rushcutters Bay Park
250m
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Before you go

  • 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
  • 🌳No shade confirmed — take it easy on warmer days.
  • 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.

What people say

JWJay W.
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★★★★★1 year ago

Really good community off-leash dog park and community garden (herbs, fruits, veggies, book swap). Also has some great views of Rushcutrers Bay.

RWRob W.
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★★★★★2 years ago

This Reserve isnt big but it has a uniqueness about it. A communal garden to grow vegetables etc. A 2nd hand book hutch. But most important, its where locals bring there dogs. If you turn up around 4pm-415pm, youll meet a heap of locals w their dogs. (Awesome) Also there is a tree down to back right hand corner (over metal fence) dedicated to those who have lost their lives to D&A in the Cross. Thoroughly recommend. 🙏👍

CC
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★★★★★3 years ago

Nice little reserve, lots of dogs, community gardening. Lovely place to relax.

AAAhmet A.
Google Maps
★★★★★5 months ago

An extraordinary and very valuable example of nature appreciation.

MFMAYHEM F.
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★★★★☆5 months ago

Good to fly tiny whoop drones there.

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9A Elizabeth Bay Rd, Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011, Australia
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