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Gateshead Dog Exercise Area

Gateshead NSW 2290, Gateshead, NSW

4(13 reviews)

Gateshead Dog Exercise Area is a large, open-air public space located in Lake Macquarie, Australia, designed for canine activity. The park is characterized by its expansive, flat grassy fields, which provide a significant amount of room for dogs to run and exercise. While the grass can be sparse or dry in some areas, the overall surface is natural and suitable for play. The facility is partially enclosed by chain-link fencing, which helps secure the perimeter of the designated exercise zone. For visitors, the park offers basic amenities including a small sheltered area with a metal roof for shade and several picnic tables situated within the field. According to the on-site signage, the area functions as a leash-free zone during specific hours, specifically from sunrise until 10 am on weekdays. The park is situated near residential neighborhoods and is bordered by mature trees, creating a peaceful atmosphere. Tall lighting towers are visible in the background, indicating the area may be part of a larger sports complex. Visitors are expected to maintain the area by picking up waste.

Essential Features

Fencing

chain_link

Water

Not Available

Off-Leash

24/7 Off-Leash

Shade

Available

Separate Areas

Single Area

Lighting

Well Lit

Amenities

Toilets

Not Available

Parking

On-site

Bins

Not Available

Seating

No Seating

Poop Bags

Bring Your Own

Agility Equipment

Not Available

Terrain & Features

Surface

Grass

Size

Large/Spacious

Terrain

Flat

Puppy Friendly

All Ages

Type

Outdoor

Additional Amenities

Picnic Tables

Opening Hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
Thursday(Today)Open 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

Reviews

10 reviews
J
Jinu J.17 Mar 2025
5/5

Rated 5 stars

C
Clare F.15 June 2024
5/5

Great space for dogs

S
Sash15 June 2024
2/5

Non fenced semi circle patch of grass next to a road. No parking spaces apart from foot path or side streets. On lead apart from sunrise to 10am daily. …

D
Dog Lover16 June 2022
2/5

Non-fenced, good sized patch of grass that is not well drained near a low-moderately busy road. Who gives this place 5 stars?

S
Sara A.16 June 2022
5/5

Rated 5 stars

S
Stacey A.16 June 2021
5/5

Nice open area 👍 …

D
Danielle M.16 June 2020
5/5

Rated 5 stars

B
Bryce S.16 June 2020
5/5

Rated 5 stars

K
Keven S.17 June 2019
5/5

Rated 5 stars

A
Aussy17 June 2019
5/5

Excellent