Fielding Reserve Dog Off Leash Area

Fielding Reserve is a suburban off-leash reserve on Fielding Way in Templestowe, linking through to Aumann Drive. The pull is a large open grassed area with mature trees, calm enough for a relaxed walk and popular with locals for socialising.

The rules. Dogs are off-leash but must stay under effective voice or hand control. They must be on-leash within 15 metres of the playground, BBQ and picnic areas, when entering or passing through non-designated parts of the reserve, and they must be kept off the sports ground when organised sport is on. Bins are provided; pick up after your dog. Confirm boundaries on the council signage on arrival.

What's there. A large open running area, a playground near the Fielding Way entrance, a BBQ shelter with tables, and public toilets. There is no reliable water tap at the oval, so bring your own for the dog.

Getting there. Reach it off Manningham Road or Fitzsimons Lane via Aumann Drive or Fielding Way, with free street parking on Fielding Way. Buses run along nearby main roads such as Reynolds Road, leaving a short walk.

When to go. Weekday mid-mornings are calm and good for socialising. The busy windows are weekend mid-mornings and weekday afternoons from about 3:30pm. The oval is big enough to find space if your dog likes room.

Sources

• Fielding Reserve - Manningham Council · manningham.vic.gov.au
• Manningham Council Dog Off Leash Areas · melbourneplaygrounds.com.au

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