The Esplanade Lorn Dog Off-Leash Area
The Esplanade Lorn Dog Off-Leash Area is a dog-friendly park in Lorn with space for your pup to run around off lead. Just 300m away, Vixen. Food. Coffee. Wine is a nearby spot to stop in after your walk.
Dog rules
Designated off-leash dog exercise area (unfenced). Dog owners must pick up and dispose of dog waste. Dogs must wear a collar and identification tag. Dogs must remain under effective control. Restricted or dangerous dogs are not permitted. 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.
- 🌳No shade confirmed — take it easy on warmer days.
- 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.
- 🧱No confirmed fencing — keep your dog on lead if unsure.
What people say
Great place to bring the dogs for a run and swim on a sunny day. Bit of a mess after the floods I'm guessing but it makes one hell of a fun play area for doggos.
I was told to be careful of your dog jumping in and swimming opposite the car park as there are old broken trolleys submerged and a few dogs have died, apparently you can see them on low tide. Other than that it’s a lovely place to walk along the river with your dog.
Lots of places for dogs to access the water and run around. Fairly quiet. Watch out for cars though. Some will drive fast through the main area to park despite lots of on street parking.
Large enough area and on the river bank which is great. It's not fenced in at all which isn't a problem for us but some people I'm sure would appreciate a fenced in area. It would be awesome if there were more amenities, rubbish bins, sheltered park benches, bubblers and dog bowls spread around. A small agility area would be fantastic!
Large area, enough space for everyone, away from the road and access to the river. Really nice spot!
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