Trentham Off-Leash Dog Park

Trentham Off-Leash Dog Park sits at Market Street Reserve, a short walk from the town centre and right next to the Trentham Outdoor Swimming Pool. It is a partially fenced, natural open space rather than a manicured park, and it is the easiest way to let a dog run properly if you are passing through the Wombat Forest area.

The rules. Dogs can run off-leash within the fenced sections, installed in 2023 to keep them clear of the neighbouring playground, but must stay under effective voice control at all times. Near the outdoor pool, dogs need to go back on-leash while the pool is operating (seasonal). Pick up after your dog; bag dispensers and bins are provided.

What's there. Picnic tables and benches for owners, a water point for dogs, and some natural tree cover around the edges of an otherwise open reserve. It sits alongside the swimming pool, a playground and Quarry Street Reserve, so it is easy to combine with a family stop.

Getting there. The reserve is on Market Street, Trentham, about an hour and fifteen minutes from Melbourne CBD by car. Street parking is available on Market Street and around the recreation reserve. Public transport is limited, V/Line trains run to Woodend or Daylesford, but driving is the practical option.

Nearby with the dogs. Trentham General, Duworks and The Trentham Collective typically welcome dogs in outdoor seating. For a stay, several Trentham cottages take pets, including options around Quarry Street.

When to go. Weekday mornings and quieter in winter; Saturdays between 10am and 2pm draw the biggest crowd. Good for confident, sociable dogs who don't mind sharing the space.

Sources

• Visit Trentham | Accommodation, Travel & Visitor Information · trenthamvic.org.au
• Fences up for dog park trial at Trentham - The Local · tlnews.com.au
• Trentham Off Leash Dog Park - MapQuest · mapquest.com

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