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Valentine Dog Exercise Area

36 Ruston Ave, Valentine, NSW

3.8(11 reviews)

The Gateshead Dog Exercise Area, located in the Lake Macquarie region, is a sprawling public space designed for canine activity. The park is characterized by its vast, open grassy fields, providing ample room for dogs to run and play. According to on-site signage, the area serves as a designated leash-free zone during specific hours, specifically from sunrise until 10:00 AM on weekdays. The facility is equipped with basic amenities to enhance the visitor experience, including a small metal-roofed picnic shelter and multiple standalone picnic tables with integrated benches. A metal chain-link fence borders the perimeter of the field, providing a secure boundary for the large exercise space. The terrain is predominantly flat with a natural grass surface that can appear dry in sections. A small, narrow water channel or ditch is present on the grounds, which some dogs may use for cooling off, although no formal drinking stations are visible in the provided images. Tall floodlights are positioned around the area, indicating it may be used for community sports. The atmosphere is quiet and suburban, offering a simple, functional environment for local pet owners.

Essential Features

Fencing

metal

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

Benches Available

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
D
dan D.15 Feb 2025
1/5

Rated 1 stars

G
Garry D.17 June 2018
4/5

Rated 4 stars

R
Robyn T.17 June 2018
5/5

Rated 5 stars

S
Sandvich M.17 June 2018
3/5

Rated 3 stars

J
Jeff A.17 June 2018
2/5

Rated 2 stars

J
Jonathon W.17 June 2017
4/5

Rated 4 stars

B
Bryce S.17 June 2017
5/5

Rated 5 stars

A
Alex S.17 June 2017
5/5

10/10 would park again

J
Justin C.17 June 2017
4/5

Rated 4 stars

D
Dylan H.17 June 2017
5/5

Doggies!