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Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Australia

If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in Australia. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in Australia that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Pet Friendly Emerald Lake Park

Emerald Lake Park

Emerald, Queensland, AU

Emerald Lake Park

Emerald Lake Park in Emerald, AU is a pet-friendly park. Leashed dogs are welcome on a variety of winding paved trails that weave through this pretty park, including a bridge over the water. After wandering the trails, hop on the Puffing Billy Dog Express for an afternoon of fun on a scenic train ride with your dog.

Pet Friendly National Arboretum Canberra

National Arboretum Canberra

National Arboretum Canberra

Leashed pets are welcome to join you as you explore the National Arboretum in Canberra. Enjoy the 446 acres of gardens with your canine companion. Dogs are not allowed on tram tours of the arboretum but you can drive through the grounds or walk with your pet.

Kep track

Perth, Western Australia, AU

It is 75km which can be a 3 day hike with the trail starting at Mundaring weir and finishing at Northam. you walk through many towns, so water is not a problem it is an easy to moderate track and track is well labelled. cyclist and horse riders may also use the track. head on to- http://www.keptrack.com.au/ for more info.

Orara East State Forest

Upper Orara, AU

Orara East State Forest

Orara East State Forest is a pet-friendly park near Coffs Harbour, NSW. This state forest is home to a number of pet-friendly trails, including Sealy and Korora Lookout Loop, Orara East Rainforest Loop and Stony Hill Loop. Dogs are welcome on a leash.

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens is a pet-friendly botanical garden in Darwin. Well-behaved dogs under voice control are welcome to join their owners off-leash at this botanical garden, or on a leash if they are likely to wander off. With over 100 acres of manicured gardens to explore and the pet-friendly patio at Eva's Cafe to enjoy lunch at, you and your pooch will want to spend all day at this gorgeous spot.

J.A.C Russell Park

J.A.C Russell Park

J.A.C Russell Park is a pet-friendly recreation space in Gembrook, VIC. Pups can ride the Puffing Billy Dog Express to the end of the line and burn off their own steam on the green space at this public park.

Bungarribee Park

Bungarribee, AU

Bungarribee Park

Bungarribee Park is pet-friendly. Located on 200-hectares of land featuring wide-open scenic space and two sealed tracks, the Heart Crossing Loop and the Bungaribee Trail. The Warrigal Dog Run, playground with climbing tower, slides, a flying fox, swings and water play equipment are also found in the park. Dogs are welcome to wander off-leash, as long as they are under voice control and don't disturb other park users and wildlife.

Knocklofty Reserve

Knocklofty Reserve

Beautiful natural park 5 minutes from the city. Many trails and areas that are off lead and some areas are on lead. A good a very friendly dog community walk here daily. Dog poop bags dispensers and bins are found at the entry points.

Observatory Hill Park

Millers Point, AU

Observatory Hill Park

Observatory Hill Park is a pet-friendly park in Sydney, AU. Built in 1857, the park is home to Australia's first observatory open to the public. While dogs are not allowed inside any of the buildings, leashed pups are free to explore the outdoor areas of the park and bask in the panoramic views of the city from arguably the best vantage point.

Kings Park and Botanic Garden

Perth, Western Australia, AU

Kings Park and Botanic Garden

Kings Park and Botanic Garden is a dog-friendly national park in Perth, AU. Overlooking the water and the skyline, this large famous park is home to bushland walk trails, immaculate gardens and green space to explore with your dog. Dogs are allowed everywhere except near the playground, on the elevated section of the Lotterywest Federation Walkway, inside Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park, and at the Kings Park Festival, Australia Day, Anzac Day and summer events.

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria is a pet-friendly spot in Melbourne, AU. Home to more than 50,000 individual plants, this 94-acre park features walking trails that wind around trees, garden beds, lakes and lawns. Dogs are permitted to tour the gardens on a leash to ensure the safety of delicate plants, other dogs and visitors. Visitors must pick up after pets during a visit.

Yarra Bend Park

Fairfield, Victoria, AU

Yarra Bend Park

Yarra Bend Park in Fairfield, AU is pet friendly. The largest area of natural bushland in inner Melbourne welcomes dogs off-leash in certain areas and on-leash throughout most of the park. Take your dog for a walk to Dights Falls, an artificial weird on a natural rock bar. If your dog loves to take a dip in the water, head to Deep Rock for a great spot to enter the water. Be sure to avoid dog exclusion areas and keep an eye out for wildlife along the way.

Adelaide Himeji Garden

Adelaide Himeji Garden

Himeji Garden in Adelaide, AU is pet friendly. Leashed dogs are invited to join their owners for an afternoon of relaxation at this beautifully manicured park with a rock garden, tranquil pond and quiet corners to sit in and be one with your dog.

Hyde Park

Hyde Park is a pet-friendly urban park in the heart of Sydney, AU. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the winding paved trails that weave through the park.

Carradah Park

Carradah Park is a pet-friendly park in Waverton north of Sydney Harbour, AU. Wander with your Weimaraner on a web of pathways with interpretive signage, picnic tables and public toilets along the way.

Bondi to Coogee Walk

Coogee, New South Wales, AU

Bondi to Coogee Walk

Bondi to Coogee Walk is a popular pet-friendly coastal trail in Coogee, NSW. This oceanfront walk is just under four miles in length, which winds alongside beaches, cliffs, parks and more. Along the way, stop off at a local cafe with a viewpoint across the water. Leashed pups are welcome to join their owners.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge in Sydney, AU, is dog friendly. Leashed pups are welcome to join their owners on a stroll across this iconic steel structure that was completed in 1932 and remains a heritage-listed landmark. The bridge is one of the best places to photograph and view Sydney Opera House, along with the city skyline.

Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden

Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden

Wendy Whiteley’s Secret Garden is a pet-friendly park north of Sydney Harbour in Lavender Bay. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners for a serene afternoon walk through this gorgeous garden that features a huge tree at its center, along with other special areas like Arkie’s Bangalow Palms and a zigzag path near the cliff face. The park is always open and is free to enter.

You Yangs Regional Park

Little River, Victoria, AU

You Yangs Regional Park

You Yangs Regional Park is a pet-friendly park in south central Victoria in Little River, AU. Leashed dogs are welcome on a variety of trails that wind through this picturesque park home to Flinders Peak. Hike the moderate Flinders Peak Loop Trail with your dog or stride out on the easy Branding Yard Trail instead.

Mount Coot-tha Reserve

Mount Coot-tha Reserve

Mount Coot-Tha Reserve is a protected area on the outskirts of Brisbane, AU. This area has various pet-friendly trails you can explore with your pooch. Whether you want to head to the lookout that offers the best view of Brisbane below or hop on the Powerful Owl Trail that weaves between the trees, there's a hike to suit your pup's hiking ability.

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