Lions Park Fenced Dog Park(Withers)

Lions Park Fenced Dog Park on Parade Road in Withers is a large, securely fenced off-leash area open 24 hours a day. For Bunbury dog owners the draw is straightforward: a roomy, properly enclosed space with separate zones for big and small dogs, where a dog can run hard and socialise without a gap in the fence to worry about.

The rules

The park is off-leash around the clock with no gate times to work around, and dogs need to stay supervised and within sight at all times. Any dog showing aggression gets leashed and taken out, per standard City of Bunbury dog exercise rules. Waste pickup is mandatory; bags are provided on site but locals recommend carrying your own as a backup, since dispensers run empty.

What's there

A large open grassy field with tree cover along one side, double-gated entry, fresh water, and benches for owners. Shade is limited overall, which is worth planning around on hot days, and the ground can be worn, uneven or overgrown in patches through the year, so mind your footing and keep an eye on where the grass has thinned.

Max: use the separate small-dog yard for a first visit even if your dog is medium sized. It is the easiest way to read the room before joining the big-dog group.

Watch-outs

Snakes have been sighted around the grassy edges in the warmer months, so keep dogs away from long growth and stay alert from spring onward. Pair that with the limited shade and summer visits are best kept to early morning or evening. The worn ground also holds puddles after winter rain, which some dogs treat as a drinking source.

Getting there and parking

Street parking sits on and around Parade Road, with no dedicated car park. Local Bunbury bus services run along Parade Road, making it walkable for nearby residents.

Close by with the dogs

Sunrise Cafe in South Bunbury and Dome Cafe Bunbury at Koombana Bay both take dogs outside, and Discovery Parks - Bunbury Foreshore is the pet-friendly stay if you are visiting the area.

More options are on the WA dog friendly parks guide and the Withers destination page.