Rex Amber Park

Rex Amber Park (also signposted as Rex Amber Reserve) is a 24-hour off-leash dog park on Wegener Road in Birdwood, in the Adelaide Hills, with grassy open ground and a few pockets of natural vegetation and wetland.

The rules. Dogs can be off-leash throughout, but need to be under effective control at all times. The park is not fully fenced, and there are gaps around the perimeter, including some drainage pipes, so it is not a secure boundary for dogs that bolt or squeeze through small spaces. Pick up after your dog.

What's there. Open grassy ground, some shade, benches and tables, and water stations for dogs when topped up. It is a natural, low-key setup rather than a purpose-built dog park with agility gear or small-dog yards.

Getting there. Wegener Road has street parking and no realistic public transport option, so plan to drive. It is an easy stop if you are already in the Adelaide Hills.

Nearby with the dogs. The Fold Birdwood welcomes leashed dogs with outdoor seating and water bowls, and Blumberg Hotel in town does pub dining that suits a meal with your dog afterwards.

Weekday mornings and afternoons are quietest, with more locals through on weekend mornings. It can get muddy after rain, so a dry spell makes for a cleaner-pawed visit.

Sources

• Guidelines for pets in parks · parks.sa.gov.au

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.