Belmont Park Dog Off Leash Area on Belmont Road East is a shared-use sporting reserve in Croydon South. It centres around a well-maintained turf oval that offers a high-quality surface for play, provided organized sports aren’t running.
Belmont Park: At a Glance
- ⚽ The Vibe: Weekend sport. It feels like a classic Aussie footy oval—well-kept grass and open sky.
- 🐕 Best For: Ball obsessives who need a flat, even surface to run on.
- Off-Leash Hours: Open 24 Hours (Conditional on Sport; Unlit).
- Fencing: Unfenced from the road.
- 🅿️ Parking: Street parking on Belmont Road East.
Dog Park Features & Amenities
For the Dogs
- Turf Quality: Because it’s a sports reserve, the grass is usually in much better condition than your average dog park. Less mud, more grip.
- Bowl Missing: While there is a water tap, it frequently lacks a bowl (or the attached one is broken/missing). Bring a portable one to be safe.
- Road Safety: The reserve is unfenced and close to the road. You need 100% recall before unclipping the lead here.
For the Humans
- Shelter & BBQ: There are good amenities for humans, including a BBQ area and shelter, making it a decent spot for a weekend picnic if the oval isn’t booked.
- Toilets: Public toilets are available at the reserve.
- No Bags: No poop bags are dispensed. You must bring your own.
Insider Tip: Check the goal posts. If they are padded up or nets are out, it usually means a game or training is imminent. It’s best to avoid the oval completely during these times to avoid conflict with clubs.
The Final Verdict
Belmont Park is a high-quality surface for a run, but it comes with the standard caveats of a shared sporting reserve: no fences, conditional access, and traffic nearby. It’s great when empty, but useless on a Saturday morning during footy season. Bring a bowl for the tap.
For sports allocation times, visit the Maroondah City Council website.
Belmont Park: FAQ
Q: Is the park fully fenced?
A: No, it is unfenced and close to the road.
Q: Is there water for dogs?
A: There is a tap, but it often lacks a bowl. Bring your own container.
Q: Can I use the oval anytime?
A: No. Off-leash access is only permitted when the oval is not being used for organized sport or training.
