Marchant Park Fenced Dog Park

Marchant Park Fenced Dog Park is a fully fenced off-leash area off Murphy Road in Aspley, on Brisbane's north side. The draw is a large, flat, double-gated enclosure that runs quieter than many of the northside's busier parks, with enough open ground to give a nervous dog space away from the pack.

The rules. The whole fenced area is off-leash, but dogs must stay under effective control. Entry is through a double gate, so latch the first before opening the second to stop any bolters. There are no separate small-dog and large-dog pens, though the size of the space makes it easy to keep your distance if you need to. Clean up after your dog; bag dispensers are usually stocked, but carry your own as backup.

What's there. Water fountains, shaded seating for owners, and mature trees for shelter from the Queensland sun. Public toilets sit in the wider Marchant Park precinct, which also takes in 7th Brigade Park and the Kidspace playground, so it works as part of a longer outing.

Getting there. The park sits off Murphy Road, reached via Murphy Road or Gympie Road. There is limited on-site parking plus plenty of street parking along the boundaries, so spaces are rarely a problem. Frequent bus routes run along Gympie Road if you're not driving. The flat terrain makes most of the ground wheelchair accessible.

Nearby with the dogs. For a coffee afterwards, Milk & Froth Aspley on Robinson Road West is a short drive and welcomes dogs, and Zambrero Aspley has footpath tables minutes away on Gympie Road.

When to go. It stays a local, low-key spot most of the day. Early mornings and late afternoons are the busiest as residents walk after work, so aim for mid-morning if you want more room. Good for calmer dogs and anyone who prefers a quieter fenced run.

Sources

• Off-leash dog parks | Brisbane City Council · brisbane.qld.gov.au

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