Ray Lawler Reserve, Morpeth Common
Ray Lawler Reserve, Morpeth Common is a dog-friendly park in Morpeth with plenty of shade.
Dog rules
Dogs must be on a leash in all public areas unless within a designated off-leash zone. Dog owners must pick up and dispose of dog waste in the disposal bins provided. Dogs must wear a collar and identification tag. Restricted or dangerous dogs are not permitted in off-leash areas. Source: Maitland City Council – Off leash dog areas (maitland.nsw.gov.au/residents/pets-animals/off-leash-dog-areas)
At a glance
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
Beautiful, quiet park. A true oasis for the resident ducks who were very friendly. There is some play equipment, some electric BBQs, picnic tables and toilet facilities.
Beautiful clean park with park, pond, ducks, playground and toilets. Felt like a secret hideaway perfect for families with young children or a quiet stroll. There was even a resident chicken!
I am only giving this place 3 stars as the day we went there was filthy hot and I was really that this is a new park and not only do they not have kids slides or proper swings, but they didn't have shade cloths over anything. It was catering for older kids and not for young kids. It is a beautiful spot so they could make it so much better. Such a shame. The park in Rayworth has shade cloths and slides. A much better design.
Feeding times . They loves oats
Great park. Nice places to walk, or have a picnic. Great little play area for the kids. Tables and BBQs if you didn't prepare a picnic. My kids loved all the ducks that were nice and peaceful.
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