Taking Your Dog to Craigavon Park
A super dog-friendly Blockhouse Bay park that is off-leash almost everywhere, with its own dog agility area to play on.
Off-leash rules
Off-leash everywhere in the park except near the playground. Has a dog agility area.
When: Off-leash throughout, except near the playground.
- • On-leash and clear of the kids’ playground.
- • Keep your dog under control around other park users.
Facilities
Craigavon Park in Blockhouse Bay is about as dog-friendly as a local park gets. Dogs are off-leash everywhere except around the kids' playground, and there is even a dog agility area with obstacles to play on.
That agility setup makes it more than just a walk, it is a place to actually do something with your dog, which is great for busy minds that need a job.
Make the most of it
The agility obstacles are a gift for training, they build confidence, focus and a bit of fun into a normal walk. Working your dog over a few obstacles is also a lovely way to sharpen attention and impulse control.
Local tips
- Use the agility area to add focus work to a normal walk.
- Keep clear of the playground, that is the one on-leash spot.
- A good mid-week option when the beaches are out of their off-leash window.
Common questions
Is Craigavon Park off-leash?
Yes. Dogs are off-leash everywhere in Craigavon Park except near the kids’ playground. There is also a dog agility area with obstacles to use.
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