Navan Park Fenced Dog Park

Navan Park Fenced Dog Park sits at 80 Centenary Avenue in Melton West, and the single reason to make the trip is its dual-enclosure design: two separately fenced sections that let you step away from a crowded run without leaving the park. Grass, mature trees, and a lake frame the enclosures, giving the space room to breathe.

The rules. Off-leash is permitted inside the fenced enclosures only. Dogs must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times, and waste must be collected immediately - bins are provided on-site. Any dog showing aggression should be removed from the enclosure straight away. The walking track around the lake is on-leash.

What's there. Secure fencing encloses both sections. A water station with refillable bowls is available, and benches give owners a place to sit. A walking track loops around the lake outside the fence, and a playground with nearby exercise equipment shares the wider parkland.

Getting there. Designated parking is available on Centenary Avenue. Local Melton bus services run along the surrounding streets, and pedestrian paths connect the park to the neighbourhood.

Nearby with the dogs. For another enclosed run, Fraser Street Reserve Fenced Dog Park in Melton South and Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve Fenced Dog Park in Diggers Rest are both solid alternatives nearby. If you are planning a longer stay, Sundowner Caravan Park Rockbank in Rockbank is roughly 15 minutes away.

When to go. Weekday mornings and mid-afternoons are the quiet windows. Weekend mornings and late afternoons draw the biggest crowds of local dogs. Good for social, high-energy dogs that benefit from a secure run - and for owners who want a backup section when one side is full.

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