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Dog-friendly parks in Sanctuary Point

21 parks • 18 dog-friendly • 1 likely

Discover parks where dogs are welcome, including fenced areas, off-leash spaces, and shaded walking areas.

21 parks · 18 dog-friendly · 1 likely

Confirmed dog-friendly

Dogs are welcome — some venues may have conditions

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Clifton Park Fenced Dog Park

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Clifton Park has a large, fully fenced off-leash area with established shade trees and rapid-refill water bowls for dogs. There's an agility course that younger dogs seem to enjoy particularly. The park is in a quiet location and rarely feels crowded. One thing to know — it can get quite muddy after rain, especially around the agility equipment. Waste bags are provided.

Off-leash areaFenced areaAgility courseShade available+1
Off-leash areaFenced areaAgility courseShade available+1
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Clifton Park Learn to Ride

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Clifton Park Learn to Ride is primarily a children's bike and scooter track, but dogs are welcome on-leash in the surrounding area. The adjacent Clifton Park Fenced Dog Park provides the off-leash option if you need it. There's drinking water, toilets, a playground, and shade. It's a good family spot where kids can ride while dogs join for an on-leash walk.

Fenced areaShade availableToilets nearby
Fenced areaShade availableToilets nearby
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Nick Bunt Reserve

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

On-leash area
On-leash area
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Paradise Beach Reserve

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point with plenty of shade.

Shade availableToilets nearby
Shade availableToilets nearby
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Hanging Rock Lookout

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

Parking nearbyToilets nearby
Parking nearbyToilets nearby
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Basin Walking Track

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

Sandy surfaceParking nearbyToilets nearby
Sandy surfaceParking nearbyToilets nearby
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Blackett Park

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

Toilets nearby
Toilets nearby
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Kingfisher Reserve

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

Parking nearbyToilets nearby
Parking nearbyToilets nearby
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Clifton Community Food Garden

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

Playground nearbyOn-leash area
Playground nearbyOn-leash area
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Sanctuary Point - Francis Ryan Reserve

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

On-leash area
On-leash area
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Boobook Reserve

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

On-leash area
On-leash area
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John Williams Reserve

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

Playground nearbyOn-leash area
Playground nearbyOn-leash area
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Lions Park

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

Toilets nearby
Toilets nearby
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Nate Parnell Memorial

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

On-leash area
On-leash area
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Ray Brooks Reserve

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point with plenty of shade.

Shade availableParking nearby
Shade availableParking nearby
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Sanctuary Point Road Reserve

Park•Sanctuary Point

Confirmed

Park•Sanctuary Point

Dog-friendly park in Sanctuary Point.

On-leash area
On-leash area
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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 parks in Sanctuary Point?

Dogs are allowed in 18 confirmed dog-friendly parks, and there are another 1 more that are likely dog-friendly in Sanctuary Point. 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.