Goodna Park Fenced Dog Park

Goodna Park Fenced Dog Park is Ipswich City Council's official off-leash area on Brisbane Terrace, a fully fenced open space with a double-gated entry that makes it one of the more secure options for dogs that bolt at open gates.

The rules. Dogs must be under effective control at all times, and owners stay in the park with them rather than leaving dogs unsupervised. Dogs need to be sociable with other dogs and people, since there's no separate small-dog area confirmed. Use the double-gated entry properly, closing the first gate before opening the second, to stop dogs slipping out while you're getting the lead off.

What's there. Large open grass areas with room to run, shaded seating and trees for owners waiting out the heat, drinking water fountains for dogs, and waste bins throughout. Free parking is available nearby.

Getting there. The park is at 62 Brisbane Terrace, Goodna 4300, on the main thoroughfare through town. Goodna train station is roughly a 5 to 10 minute walk away, so it's a workable option without a car.

Watch-outs. The ground can turn muddy or worn after rain, which is worth knowing before you commit to light-coloured upholstery on the drive home.

Nearby with the dogs. Several cafes sit along Brisbane Terrace within a short drive, and there's more walking to be had through nearby bushland and mangroves if the fenced park alone doesn't tire your dog out.

When to go. Early morning or late afternoon tends to be busiest with the local regulars; weekdays and midday are quieter if your dog prefers fewer new faces to negotiate.

Sources

• Goodna Off-Leash Dog Park - Ipswich City Council · ipswich.qld.gov.au

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