Canberra Dog Hub
Dog-friendly off-leash park in Holt, ACT
The rules at a glance
Off-leash allowed
Verified dog-friendly on Google
- Mon–Fri
- 6am–8pm
- Sat
- 6am–8am
- Sun
- 6am–8pm
Holt, ACT 2618
Rules verified 9 June 2026
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Where
- Holt, ACT
- Policy checked
- 2026-06-09
Pet policy
For a public alternative that needs no booking, the Lake Ginninderra Dog Park in Belconnen is the closest fenced option, and the Lake Ginninderra loop makes an easy on-leash circuit. The yards are fully fenced with secure gates, and owners are responsible for supervising and cleaning up after their dogs throughout.
The Canberra Dog Hub at 138 Parkwood Road, MacGregor, on Canberra's western edge near Holt, is a different proposition from the council off-leash park down the road: it is a private, fully fenced facility run by Pups4Fun for training, socialisation and secure off-leash exercise. Access is by booking or membership only, so there is no casual walk-in entry.
The dog setup
Bookings are mandatory and Pups4Fun membership is generally required, with vaccinations kept up to date before your dog sets foot inside. The yards are fully fenced with secure gates, and owners are responsible for supervising and cleaning up after their dogs throughout. Beyond the exercise yards there are dedicated training areas for the Pups4Fun Training Academy, indoor spaces for sessions and community events, and quiet zones set aside specifically for shy or reactive dogs that need low-stimulation space.
Max: do not just rock up expecting to get in. Sort your membership and vaccination records with Pups4Fun before you plan the visit.
The vibe
Because entry is controlled, the biggest draw is predictability: you are not sharing the yard with whatever dogs happen to arrive. Weekday mid-mornings, roughly 10am to 2pm, are the quietest windows and closest to exclusive use, while weekends and late afternoons around 4 to 6pm are busiest. Book well ahead for sunny weekends. This setup suits reactive or shy dogs that need a secure, controlled environment without the unpredictability of a public park.
Getting there and parking
The address is 138 Parkwood Rd, MacGregor ACT 2615. Drive via Kingsford Smith Drive or Southern Cross Drive and turn onto Parkwood Road. On-site parking is available for booked users, but public transport is limited and involves some walking from the nearest MacGregor bus stops.
Close by with the dogs
For a public alternative that needs no booking, the Lake Ginninderra Dog Park in Belconnen is the closest fenced option, and the Lake Ginninderra loop makes an easy on-leash circuit. EightyTwenty in Belconnen has outdoor seating where well-behaved dogs are welcome.
More options are on the ACT dog parks guide and the Holt destination page.
Policy verified 9 June 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
