Dog-friendly parks in Crows Nest

Tunks Park is a large, open reserve on the waterfront in Cammeray, benefiting from North Sydney Council's area-wide off-leash policy (dogs off-leash in all council parks except bushland, playing fields during organised sport, and designated exclusion zones). The park is spacious with good tree cover and waterfront access, and connects to walking tracks with creek crossings that lead up towards Artarmon. It's a popular morning and afternoon spot for local dog owners.

Naremburn Park is a large off-leash space with a good mix of open grass and tree coverage. It's not fenced, so dogs need reliable recall, but the size of the park means there's plenty of room to spread out. Morning and afternoon sessions draw a friendly regular crowd. The park has BBQs, toilets, parking, and waste bags, and dogs must stay 10 metres from the playground area. It's a popular everyday park for the Willoughby area.

St Thomas Rest Park is an unusual combination — a historic cemetery, playground, and off-leash dog park all in one. Under North Sydney Council's area-wide off-leash policy, dogs are welcome off-lead. There's drinking water, BBQs, waste bags, and parking. The historical markers throughout make it a more interesting walk than a typical park.

Forsyth Park is off-leash under North Sydney Council's area-wide policy. The park has two ovals, a community garden, a playground, waste bags, toilets, and parking. It's a well-used community park with a friendly dog-walking atmosphere.

Tunks Park Playground area is off-leash under North Sydney Council's policy, excluding the playground, bushland, and playing fields during organised sport. The park has BBQ facilities, toilets, parking, and waste bags. Nature trails extend from the main area.

Brennan Park is a well-equipped park in Wollstonecraft with picnic tables, exercise equipment and a playground. In keeping with North Sydney's parks, dogs are welcome off-leash here, though it is not fenced, so it suits dogs that stay close. There is shade, drinking water and toilets on hand for a comfortable visit. A versatile, pleasant spot for an off-leash walk.

Waverton Park is a harbourside park with off-leash space, walking trails and fine viewpoints across the water. Dogs are welcome off-leash, but not on the sports field when organised sport is being played. There are toilets, a playground, bubblers and fitness equipment on hand, and the trails make for a pleasant walk beyond the open grass. A scenic local spot that works for both a run and a longer wander.

Primrose Park is a peaceful park at Crows Nest where the green meets the water, good for picnics and walks. In keeping with North Sydney's parks, dogs are welcome off-leash, kept on-leash in bushland and off the playing fields during organised sport. There is BBQ facilities, shade and parking on hand. A pretty off-leash park by the water.

Dog-friendly park in Crows Nest.

Dog-friendly park in Crows Nest where dogs are welcome on lead.

Kesterton Park is a relaxed local park at Crows Nest with a playground, covered shelter, a bubbler and toilets. In keeping with North Sydney's parks, dogs are welcome off-leash, kept clear of the playground by 10 metres. It is a handy, comfortable spot for a regular walk close to home. A pleasant neighbourhood off-leash park.

Carradah Park is a green harbourside park at Crows Nest near Waverton, on the way to the Coal Loader. In keeping with North Sydney's parks, dogs are welcome off-leash, kept on-leash in bushland and off the playing fields during organised sport. There is BBQ facilities and toilets on hand. A pleasant off-leash park by the water.

Cahill Park is a local park at Crows Nest with a playground and open grass. In keeping with North Sydney's parks, dogs are welcome off-leash under effective control, kept clear of the playground. It is a handy, relaxed spot for a run close to home. A pleasant neighbourhood off-leash park.

Ernest Place is a small civic spot at Crows Nest with BBQ facilities and a designated off-leash area. In keeping with North Sydney's parks, dogs are welcome off-leash under effective control. It is a handy, central place for a quick run in the heart of the village. A convenient little off-leash spot.

Harry Howard Reserve is a local off-leash reserve at Crows Nest with a designated off-leash area. In keeping with North Sydney's parks, dogs are welcome off-leash under effective control. It is a quiet, handy spot for a run close to home. A simple neighbourhood off-leash reserve.

Dog-friendly park in Crows Nest.