Dedicated Dog Parks
Wright Road Dog Park
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Wright Road, Stirling
- Features
- Picnic area, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Dog park
Located in the leafy heart of Stirling, Wright Road Dog Park is a favourite destination for dogs and their humans. This fully fenced, off-leash park offers a spacious and natural environment where dogs can safely explore, exercise, and socialise.
Dogs on Leash and Off Leash Areas
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times when on roads, streets, and footpaths.
There are several dog-friendly parks and reserves across our district where dogs are welcome to be off leash. Some of these areas may have specific times or conditions for off leash access to ensure everyone can enjoy the space safely. Please check the signs at each park or reserve for details on off leash hours, any restrictions, and your responsibilities as a dog owner.
You can download a map of dog-friendly areas in our district below. Please note this map is not comprehensive, always check local signage at your chosen walking spot for the most up-to-date information.
Dogs Off-Leash Parks
Heathfield Oval
- Type
- Sporting ground
- Address
- Hender Road, Heathfield
- Features
- Picnic area, Toilets, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval
Heathfield Oval is a well-used community sports ground located in the leafy suburb of Heathfield. Surrounded by tall gums and native vegetation, the oval offers a peaceful yet active space for locals to connect, play and enjoy the outdoors.
Bridgewater Oval
- Type
- Sporting ground
- Address
- Mount Barker Road, Bridgewater
- Features
- Picnic area, Tennis court, Toilets, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval
Bridgewater Oval is a popular community space nestled in the beautiful Adelaide Hills. Surrounded by native trees and close to the iconic Cox Creek, the oval is a hub of activity for locals and visitors alike.
Carripook Park
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Kain Avenue, Bridgewater
- Features
- Picnic area, BBQ, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash
Nestled in the heart of the Adelaide Hills, Carripook Park offers a serene escape for nature enthusiasts, families, and history buffs alike. Located at the corner of Kain Avenue and Mount Barker Road in Bridgewater.
Wright Road Dog Park
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Wright Road, Stirling
- Features
- Picnic area, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Dog park
Located in the leafy heart of Stirling, Wright Road Dog Park is a favourite destination for dogs and their humans. This fully fenced, off-leash park offers a spacious and natural environment where dogs can safely explore, exercise, and socialise.
Stirling Oval
- Type
- Sporting ground
- Address
- Mount Barker Road, Stirling
- Features
- Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval, Cricket nets
Stirling Oval is located on Mt Barker Road in Stirling. The facility features a well kept oval, elevated club rooms, cricket nets and off street park. The oval hosts many events throughout the year including car clubs and festive events.
Gumeracha Oval
- Type
- Sporting ground
- Address
- Albert Street, Gumeracha
- Features
- Toilets, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval
A beautiful Oval facility playing host to the Gumeracha Football and Cricket Clubs.
Mylor Oval
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Strathalbyn Road, Mylor
- Features
- Toilets, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval
Mylor Oval is home to the a cricket and archery club, and provides locals and visitors with a great open space facility for recreation. The site also provides public toilets and a clubroom facility for hire.
Johnston Memorial Park
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Onkaparinga Valley Road, Balhannah
- Features
- Bike track, Picnic area, BBQ, Netball court, Tennis court, Toilets, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval, Cricket nets, Playground, Exercise Equipment
Johnston Memorial Park, also known as Balhannah Oval, is home of the Onkaparinga Valley Football Club and an ideal location for BBQs and sporting activities.
Scott Creek Oval
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Scott Creek Road, Scott Creek
- Features
- Tennis court, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval, Playground
Scott Creek Oval is a small community oval managed by the Scott Creek Progress Association. The site includes the oval, shelter, clubroom shed, old tennis court and a quaint playground.
Lobethal Recreation Ground
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Onkaparinga Street, Lobethal
- Features
- Picnic area, Netball court, Venue for hire, Tennis court, Toilets, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval, Cricket nets, Playground
This recreation grounds boasts great facilities including clubrooms (for hire), picnic area, tennis/netball courts, oval, off street parking and a playground
Woodside Recreation Ground
- Type
- Sporting ground
- Address
- Onkaparinga Valley Road, Woodside
- Features
- Picnic area, BBQ, Netball court, Tennis court, Toilets, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval, Cricket nets, Skate Facility, Soccer Ground
A multisport location hosting football, cricket, netball, tennis, soccer, lawn bowls and the only public swimming pool in the Adelaide Hills Council area. This site also accommodates a fenced playground and a small skate ramp for young ones.
Norton Summit Road Recreation Reserve
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Norton Summit Road, Norton Summit
- Features
- Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Exercise Equipment
Located amongst the vineyards, this unique parcel of land offers open space and views into Morialta Conservation Park. The park features shelter and exercise equipment.
Aldgate Oval
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Churinga Road, Aldgate
- Features
- Venue for hire, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval, Cricket nets
Aldgate Oval and Hall is set amongst the residential area just west of the township of Aldgate. Home to the Aldgate Cricket Club, this oval also features a hall for hire and some off street parking.