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Shale Hills Dog Park

Second Ave &, Mannow Ave, West Hoxton, NSW

4.7(487 reviews)

Shale Hills Dog Park in West Hoxton, Australia, is a premier, expansive off-leash facility designed with canine training and enrichment in mind. The park features a vast, undulating landscape primarily covered in well-maintained grass, intersected by a network of concrete walking paths. A standout feature is the comprehensive 'dog activity walk' and agility course, which includes tunnels, balance beams, weave poles, and bridges, as well as dedicated scent gardens. The facility is fully enclosed by secure wire fencing and includes multiple gated sections to manage dog interactions. For owners, the park offers several amenities such as benches and picnic tables sheltered by large yellow umbrellas, providing much-needed shade. Practical needs are met with conveniently located water stations, waste bins equipped with bag dispensers, and an adjacent parking lot. The park's atmosphere is professional yet welcoming, set against a backdrop of natural bushland and nearby wetlands. Its design encourages active engagement between dogs and their owners, making it more than just a run-around space, but a true training destination.

Essential Features

Fencing

metal

Water

Available

Off-Leash

24/7 Off-Leash

Shade

Available

Separate Areas

Small & Large

Lighting

No Lighting

Amenities

Toilets

Not Available

Parking

On-site

Bins

Available

Seating

Benches Available

Poop Bags

Provided

Agility Equipment

Available

Terrain & Features

Surface

Grass

Size

Large/Spacious

Terrain

Sloped/Hilly

Puppy Friendly

All Ages

Type

Outdoor

Additional Amenities

Picnic Tables

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Parking

Wheelchair Accessible Entrance

Opening Hours

Monday6am-8pm
Tuesday6am-8pm
Wednesday6am-8pm
Thursday(Today)6am-8pm
Friday6am-8pm
Saturday6am-8pm
Sunday6am-8pm

Reviews

10 reviews
P
Phil S.13 June 2025
4/5

Rated 4 stars

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Dog Lover11 June 2025
5/5

Rated 5 stars

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Carol O.8 June 2025
5/5

Rated 5 stars

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Ashley D.1 June 2025
5/5

Rated 5 stars

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Amanda B.1 June 2025
5/5

Fantastic off leash area for dogs to burn off some energy before taking a walk around the shale hill loop where the Badu is thriving with wildlife. Beautiful

P
Patrick T.16 May 2025
5/5

Great place to take your fur baby very relaxing for all nice shade areas to sit & very clean

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Horace R.16 May 2025
3/5

My dog feels comfortable with the park.

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Phillip H.16 May 2025
5/5

great place for dog exercise, large dog area, small dog area. Or both in the one area

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Kerri-Anne R.16 May 2025
4/5

Quite a lovely park, so spacious with a gated area for small dogs and plenty of terrain for larger dogs. Doggy bags and water fountains are available, not tonnes of shade but the walk trail along the coast of the park has dog tricks and …

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angie Y.16 May 2025
5/5

Rated 5 stars