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  5. /James Meehan Reserve

James Meehan Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 25 May 2026

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James Meehan Reserve is a popular dog-friendly park in Dee Why where dogs are welcome on lead. You'll find parking and toilets nearby, while Cafe Plenty is around 300 metres away for an easy post-walk coffee.

Dog rules

Dogs are permitted on-leash under the NSW Companion Animals Act 1998. Dogs must be under effective control at all times. This venue is not listed on the Northern Beaches Council off-leash dog areas page; off-leash use is not authorised here.

At a glance

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Clyde Rd, Dee Why NSW 2099
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Cafes

French Basket Café & Restaurant Dee Why
300m
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Cafe Plenty
300m
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Ted Jackson Reserve
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Beaches

Dee Why Lagoon
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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

ATAlbert T.
Google Maps
★★★★★3 years ago

A great park with a children's playground area near the Dee Why beach. Parking is available off the street.

KGKatherine G.
Google Maps
★★★★★4 years ago

Beautifully maintained space. Lots of parking. Out of off shore wind and plenty of room for kids to run around. We bought some takeaway from the beachfront and spent an enjoyable few hours picnicking . Toilets available

BMBrice M.
Google Maps
★★★★★5 years ago

Lovely family friendly park, grassed areas are well kept and the playground is in good order. Definitely recommended this place for anyone with family or dogs.

RRedFish
Google Maps
★★★★★3 years ago

Had so much fun during the Eid prayer and celebration there 🥰

NFNAOMI F.
Google Maps
★★★★★5 years ago

A quite place to chill. Sounds of nature and plenty of wildlife to view.

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Clyde Rd, Dee Why NSW 2099
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