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trail ✓ Dogs welcome, verified with Maroondah City Council

Norwood Reserve

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 Maroondah City Council

Ringwood North VIC 3134, Ringwood North, VIC 3134

Rules verified 24 September 2026

Dogs
Welcome
Where
Ringwood North, VIC
Policy checked
2026-09-24

Pet policy

Dogs on lead at all times; the reserve is unfenced and has no off-lead area (Maroondah City Council).

Norwood Reserve is a small Maroondah park at 125A Warrandyte Road in Ringwood North, with a compact path loop that weaves through open grass and around a retarding basin. The reserve is unfenced, so dogs stay on lead the whole way round.

The loop

Paths are a mix of concrete and granitic sand, so it is an easy, even walk for most dogs. The council does not publish a length, and the loop is short enough that you will likely go round twice.

Along the way you pass native trees, a nature play area and a yarning circle set into the landscaping.

Pair it with

For a coffee afterwards, This Little Kitchen is close by. If your dog needs a proper run, the Notlen Street Dog Off Leash Area is the place to unclip.

Who it suits

Quiet morning walkers, older dogs and anyone after a calm leashed stroll close to home. Bring water, since none is listed for dogs.

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

Stay nearby

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Punthill Knox stay Dogs welcome

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Punthill accepts pets at some of its hotels, but it depends on each building, and some booking sites list Knox as pet-free.