Macleay island dog Park

Macleay Island Dog Park sits on the Attunga Street foreshore, a fully fenced off-leash area with natural shade and water views. It is a modest, community-scale park rather than a flagship destination, but for island locals and visitors bringing a dog over on the ferry it is the easiest place to let one off the lead.

The rules: The park is a dedicated off-leash zone, but dogs should be under voice control given the fencing is the main safety net for less reliable dogs. Owners are expected to pick up after their dogs.

What's there: The area is fully fenced, with seating for owners and, per local listings, a water bowl and poo bags typically available on site. There is natural tree shade but no lighting, so plan visits for daylight hours. Some patches of the foreshore near the park can be soft, dark sand.

Getting there: Macleay Island is reached via SeaLink ferry from Redland Bay Marina, either as a foot passenger or on the vehicle barge if you want to drive straight to the park. Dogs are generally permitted on the ferry on lead or in a crate, but confirm current pet conditions with SeaLink before you travel. Free street parking is available near the park.

Watch-outs: Ticks can be prevalent in the bay islands' forested areas, so make sure tick prevention is current before your visit. Because the park sits on the foreshore, high tide can submerge the adjacent sandy banks, so low tide gives dogs more room to explore beyond the fence line.

Weekday mornings and late afternoons are the quietest times; weekends draw more locals. If you are staying at a pet-friendly place on the island such as Licorice Cottage, this park is a straightforward add-on for a morning off-lead run before the ferry back.

Sources

• Find a dog park or off-leash area | Redland City Council · redland.qld.gov.au
• Pet-friendly holiday rentals in Macleay Island - Airbnb · airbnb.com.au

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