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Oatley Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 24 May 2026

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Oatley Reserve is a natural dog-friendly park where dogs are welcome on lead. You'll find drinking water and BBQs nearby.

Dog rules

Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times in this park. Under Georges River Council policy, dogs are permitted on-leash in public places except in designated leash-free areas; this park is listed on Council's Park and Reserve Facilities directory and is not a designated off-leash area.

At a glance

On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
Drinking fountain nearbyMap data
Walking pathVenue website
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Unnamed Road, 2385+VQ, 1 Dame Mary Gilmore Rd, Oatley NSW 2223
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Cafes

Oat House. Oatley
800m
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Edmonds & Greer
900m
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Parks

Oatley Park
250m
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Burke Street Reserve
400m
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Lime Kiln Wetlands
550m
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Beaches

Jewfish Bay Baths
600m
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Before you go

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

What people say

LLorraine
Google Maps
★★★★★5 months ago

This reserve is so well kept and there’s so much to see and so much to do!!! Loved walking and exploring here 🚶‍♀️💨

EErik
Google Maps
★★★★★6 months ago

Great location for nice city hike

MDMedo D.
Google Maps
★★★★☆0 years ago

Oatley Reserve is a peaceful and well-maintained green space, perfect for a relaxing stroll or a quiet picnic. The reserve offers beautiful views of the water and is a great spot for birdwatching. It's a lovely place to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy nature.

ACAndy C.
Google Maps
★★★★★1 year ago

It's a beautiful and well maintained area. Great for a bike ride, walk or run. Excellent family area. Not sure I'd swim in the water there (but many do).

NDNguyễn D.
Google Maps
★★★★★4 years ago

Here is a good place to relaxe and exercise. Nature is well reserved.

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Unnamed Road, 2385+VQ, 1 Dame Mary Gilmore Rd, Oatley NSW 2223
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