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trail ✓ Dogs welcome, verified with City of Gold Coast Off-leash (reported)

Chevron Island Park

The rules at a glance

Reported off-leash

Not confirmed with the council for this exact track. Rules can change along a trail and between council areas, so follow the signs at each section and check the council's dog map.

Verified dog-friendly with City of Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217

Rules verified 24 September 2026

Dogs
Welcome
Where
Surfers Paradise, QLD
Policy checked
2026-09-24

Pet policy

Off-lead inside the signed exercise area; on lead on the walking paths, and no dogs in the children's playground.

Right on Thomas Drive, Chevron Island Park pairs river views across to the Gold Coast high-rises with a signed off-leash exercise area for dogs.

Leads and the off-leash area

City of Gold Coast manages the park. Dogs can run free inside the signed off-leash exercise area.

On the general walking paths, keep them on a lead, and keep them out of the children's playground altogether.

The walk

Paved concrete and asphalt paths cross open grass beside the river. The views over the water to the high-rise skyline are the reason to linger.

Pepsi: Run first in the off-leash area, then a slow lead walk by the river to cool down. Bring water.

Pair it with

Castaway Coffee Bar and Cafe Alfons are both nearby for a coffee afterwards.

Who it suits

Handy for visitors staying on the island or nearby who need a proper run for the dog without driving anywhere.

Policy verified 24 September 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.

Stay nearby

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