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Scotchmans Run Reserve Dog Off Leash Area

16 Estelle St, Oakleigh, VIC

4.4(17 reviews)

Scotchmans Run Reserve is a multi-use recreational space featuring a dedicated dog off-leash area. The park is characterized by its expansive, well-maintained green grass fields, often used for sports like cricket and soccer. It offers a variety of facilities including a children's playground with slides and swings set on a wood-chip surface. For visitors, there are shaded picnic areas with tables under large shade sails, providing a comfortable spot to rest. The park is partially fenced, with chain-link and wooden fencing visible in different sections. Mature trees are scattered throughout, offering natural shade across the grassy expanses. A paved walking path and a running track are also present, making it suitable for various fitness activities. The atmosphere is open and community-oriented, with views of the city skyline in the distance. Recent updates include a clearly marked off-leash zone, as indicated by onsite signage. The presence of sports lighting suggests the area is used into the evening, while the large open spaces provide ample room for dogs to run and play.

Essential Features

Fencing

partial

Water

Not Available

Off-Leash

24/7 Off-Leash

Shade

Available

Separate Areas

Single Area

Lighting

Well Lit

Amenities

Toilets

Not Available

Parking

Street Only

Bins

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

Playground

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Parking

Opening Hours

Monday(Today)Open 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

Reviews

10 reviews
G
Gurpreet S.16 Apr 2025
5/5

Rated 5 stars

J
Johnny W.15 Feb 2025
5/5

Loved it, quiet, spacious, lawn well maintained, beautiful surroundings.

M
Maya19 Aug 2024
4/5

Big space, my dog loved it. Beware of mud in the winter though!

D
Dog Lover15 June 2024
5/5

Rated 5 stars

C
Charles A.15 June 2024
5/5

Very nice place for dogs to walk and play.

E
Emily H.15 June 2024
5/5

Rated 5 stars

V
Violet P.15 June 2024
5/5

Lovely park, toilets, stadium, oval, walk paths and a cricketers bell. Really well maintained. Ample parking

L
Lee B.15 June 2024
4/5

Lovely place for dogs to run free

T
Toraj S.15 June 2024
5/5

Rated 5 stars

L
Lakshmi P.16 June 2023
3/5

Rated 3 stars