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  4. /Five Dock

Dog-friendly venues in Five Dock

23 venues • 9 dog-friendly • 6 likely
23 venues · 9 dog-friendly · 6 likely

Confirmed dog-friendly

Dogs are welcome — some venues may have conditions

9
Park illustration

Five Dock Park Fenced Dog Park

Park•Five Dock

Confirmed

Park•Five Dock

Five Dock Park Fenced Dog Park has separate sections for small and large dogs, with shade, seating and water fountains for both dogs and owners. Dogs are off-leash within the fenced area, with two safe entry gates and good lighting that makes it usable in the evening. Bags and bins are provided, and the surrounding parkland is pleasant for a wider walk. A well-set-up, secure spot for a relaxed off-leash visit.

Shade availableBinsParking nearby
Shade availableBinsParking nearby
Park illustration

Timbrell Park

Park•Five Dock

Confirmed

Park•Five Dock

Timbrell Park is a large waterfront reserve in Five Dock along Henley Marine Drive, with grass, sandy patches, and connections to the Bay Walk. The park has different sections geared toward baseball and cricket, plus Livvi's Place — an accessible children's playground with a musical carousel and a flying fox. A cafe sits alongside the playground area.

Off-leash areaDrinking waterShade availableBins+3
Off-leash areaDrinking waterShade availableBins+3
Park illustration

Five Dock Park

Park•Five Dock

Confirmed

Park•Five Dock

Five Dock Park is a well-maintained local park with open grass, BBQ facilities and a playground. Dogs can exercise off-leash here under effective control, kept clear of the playground, with the separate fenced dog park close by for a secure run. It is a popular, tidy green space that locals use through the week. A comfortable spot for an off-leash walk with plenty of room.

Off-leash areaBinsGrass areasParking nearby+1
Off-leash areaBinsGrass areasParking nearby+1
Park illustration

Storey Park

Park•Five Dock

Confirmed

Park•Five Dock

Storey Park is a waterfront park at Five Dock with a cafe, a playground, BBQ facilities and a fenced area. Dogs are allowed off-leash before 9am and after 5pm only, on-leash at all other times, under effective control. There is shade, grass and parking on hand. A pleasant park with a timed off-leash window.

Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availableBins+2
Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availableBins+2
Park illustration

Halliday Park

Park•Five Dock

Confirmed

Park•Five Dock

Halliday Park is a waterside park at Five Dock with views over Canada Bay, a playground, BBQ facilities and toilets. Dogs are allowed off-leash before 9am and after 5pm only, on-leash at all other times, under effective control. There is parking on hand. A pleasant park with a timed off-leash window by the water.

Off-leash areaBinsParking nearbyToilets nearby
Off-leash areaBinsParking nearbyToilets nearby
Park illustration

Stevenson's Reserve

Park•Five Dock

Confirmed

Park•Five Dock

Dog-friendly park in Five Dock with both on-leash and off-leash areas.

Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availableBins+2
Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availableBins+2
Park illustration

Charles Heath Reserve

Park•Five Dock

Confirmed

Park•Five Dock

Dog-friendly park in Five Dock with an off-leash area where dogs can roam…

Off-leash areaBinsParking nearby
Off-leash areaBinsParking nearby
Pub illustration

Illinois Hotel Five Dock

Pub / Bar•Five Dock

Confirmed

Pub / Bar•Five Dock

Dog-friendly pub with outdoor space.

Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Park illustration

Croker Park

Park•Five Dock

Confirmed

Park•Five Dock

Dog-friendly park in Five Dock where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash area
On-leash area

Likely dog-friendly

Signs suggest dogs are welcome

6
Cafe illustration

The Lab - Black Poison

Cafe•Five Dock

Likely

Cafe•Five Dock

Cafe in Five Dock with outdoor seating.

Outdoor spaceShade available
Outdoor spaceShade available
Cafe illustration

Bar Piccolino Five Dock

Cafe•Five Dock

Likely

Cafe•Five Dock

Cafe in Five Dock with outdoor seating.

Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Cafe illustration

Jada's Cafe Five Dock

Cafe•Five Dock

Likely

Cafe•Five Dock

Cafe in Five Dock with outdoor seating.

Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Cafe illustration

Natalina

Cafe•Five Dock

Likely

Cafe•Five Dock

Cafe in Five Dock with outdoor seating.

Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Pub illustration

The Sisu Coffee House & Bar

Pub / Bar•Five Dock

Likely

Pub / Bar•Five Dock

Pub in Five Dock. It hasn't yet been confirmed as dog-friendly

Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Park illustration

King Park

Park•Five Dock

Likely

Park•Five Dock

Park in Five Dock. Dogs are generally allowed on a lead in NSW public parks

On-leash area
On-leash area

Worth checking

Dog policy not yet confirmed - could still be a great spot

8
Pub illustration

The Home Grounds - Five Dock

Pub / Bar•Five Dock

Unknown

Pub / Bar•Five Dock

Pub where dog access has not yet been confirmed…

Outdoor spaceWeather shelter
Outdoor spaceWeather shelter
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Frequently asked questions

How are venues ordered?

By default, venues are sorted by access confidence. Confirmed venues appear first — these have the strongest evidence that dogs are welcome. Likely venues follow, then unknown. Within each group, venues are ordered by their Dog Happiness Score. You can also sort alphabetically by suburb or venue name.

Are dogs allowed in venues in Five Dock?

Dogs are allowed in 9 confirmed dog-friendly venues, and there are another 6 more that are likely dog-friendly in Five Dock. Dog access varies between venues. We recommend checking the individual venue page — and confirming directly with the venue before a special trip, as policies can change.

How does Dog Happiness decide if a venue is dog-friendly?

We check council regulations, venue websites and FAQ pages, and community reviews. Council and venue-operator sources carry the most weight. Where confirmed or clearly identified, we show the access status and any conditions that apply. Access information is based on the best evidence available and may not always reflect the latest changes.

What do Confirmed, Likely, and Unknown mean?

Confirmed means we have strong evidence — typically from a council source, venue website, or consistent community reports — that dogs are welcome. Conditions may still apply. Likely means positive signals suggest dogs are welcome, but we haven’t found official confirmation yet. Unknown means we don’t have enough evidence yet. It doesn’t mean dogs aren’t welcome — just that we haven’t been able to verify.

Can venue dog policies change?

Yes. Venue policies can change at any time — especially at pubs, cafés, and other hospitality venues. A venue that was dog-friendly last month may have changed its policy. We update our information regularly, but we always recommend checking directly with the venue if you’re planning a special trip.