Bernie Goodwin Memorial Park
The rules at a glance
Reported on-lead
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 Lake Macquarie City Council
Morisset, NSW 2264
Rules verified 24 September 2026
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Where
- Morisset, NSW
- Policy checked
- 2026-09-24
Pet policy
Dogs on lead around the oval; no dogs within 10 m of the playground. The off-leash area moved to Gibson Field (Lake Macquarie Council).
Bernie Goodwin Memorial Park on Newcastle Street is Morisset's sports ground and park, with paths looping around the oval and a bright, inclusive playground. It works well for an easy walk with your dog on lead.
The walk
Accessible paths circle the park and its sports fields. It is flat and easy, with scattered mature trees and a small picnic shelter for a bit of shade.
Lead rules
Lake Macquarie City Council moved the old off-leash area from this oval to Gibson Field, so dogs now stay on lead here. Dogs are also banned within 10 metres of the playground.
Max: Older signs and websites may still call this oval off-leash. It is not any more, so keep the lead on.
Make a day of it
For off-lead time, head to the Morisset Dog Exercise Area at Gibson Field. Then grab a coffee at Biv's Coffeehouse.
Parking is off Newcastle Street, and the flat paths suit older dogs. Bring water for the dog.
Policy verified 24 September 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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