Yarra Vista Park Fenced Dog Park

Yarra Vista Park Fenced Dog Park on Dean Road in Jandakot is a purpose-built off-leash park run by the City of Cockburn, with double-gated entry and two separate enclosures split by dog size. If you want a fully fenced space in Perth's southern suburbs where a small dog and a large dog can each get their own run, this is the layout to look for.

The dog setup

There are two fully fenced areas, one for large dogs and one for small or timid dogs, each with agility equipment to give active dogs a job. Drinking fountains cover the water side, benches are scattered around for owners, and mature trees throw real shade over ground that mixes grass with sandy patches. A separately fenced children's playground sits between the two dog areas, which keeps the family logistics simple.

The rules: off-leash applies only inside the fenced sections, and everywhere else in the park and on surrounding paths your dog stays on lead. Keep your dog in sight and under control even within the enclosure, work the double gates properly so nothing slips out during entry or exit, bag and bin waste straight away, and leash up and leave if your dog shows aggression. Cockburn's standard off-leash local laws apply across the reserve.

Max: The sandy patches turn to mud fast after rain. If your dog hates wet paws, check conditions before committing to a long agility session.

Worth knowing

Weekday mornings and early afternoons are quietest, when you can effectively have the run of the enclosure. Weekends and the after-work window between 5pm and 7pm draw the regulars, so soft, shy or selective dogs do better outside those hours. Because both areas are size-separated, a gentle giant has somewhere to play without crowding the small-dog side.

Getting there and parking

The park is at 66 Dean Road, Jandakot, reachable from Beeliar Drive or Hammond Road. Parking is free street and verge parking right beside the park. Public transport is limited this far out, with the nearest bus routes a short walk away on the main roads, so driving is the practical option.

Close by with the dogs

If Yarra Vista is busy, the South Lake Fenced Dog Park is a short drive north with the same double-gated setup. For a coffee afterwards, Sul Lago Lifestyle in Beeliar has outdoor seating by the water and puts bowls out for dogs. The Bibra Lake Loop works for an on-lead leg stretch. More fenced dog parks in Western Australia, or everything dog friendly in Jandakot.