Buff Point’s fenced dog park has moved. Edgewater Park on Narambi Road now replaces the old off-leash yard at Buff Point Oval: following a community vote, Central Coast Council relocated the fenced dog area here in 2026, and the old Buff Point Oval enclosure is gone, with the oval freed up for organised sport. Edgewater Park sits within the broader reserve Council lists at 17W Moola Rd, Buff Point, on the Central Coast, with a lakeside playground, toilets, BBQs and picnic shelters right next to the new dog area.
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Edgewater Park: At a Glance
- The Vibe: A purpose-built off-leash yard inside a large, well-equipped family reserve, with a lake, playground and picnic areas nearby.
- Best For: Dogs and owners who used to visit Buff Point Oval, plus families combining a dog walk with playground time.
- Off-Leash Hours: Not yet published by Council at the time of writing. Check on-site signage.
- Fencing: Planned as fenced, continuing the fully fenced design from the old Buff Point Oval yard, though this isn’t independently confirmed on-site yet.
- Parking: On-site parking is available at the wider Edgewater Park reserve.
Dog Park Features & Amenities
For the Dogs
- New Fenced Yard: Council’s relocation plan describes a dedicated off-leash area with concrete pathways leading in, natural shade and vegetation, and water access, seating and shade planned for the dog area itself.
- Concrete Access Paths: Unlike the old Buff Point Oval yard, the new area is designed with concrete pathways for easier access, a genuine accessibility upgrade over the old site.
- Natural Shade and Vegetation: The design keeps existing trees and vegetation around the dog area rather than a bare cleared yard.
For the Humans
- Public Toilets: The relocation was chosen partly for improved access to public toilets, including a disabled toilet, in the wider reserve.
- Playground Next Door: Edgewater Park’s existing playground has a high slide, a rock-climbing wall, a springy car, a four-way seesaw, and standard, infant and group swings.
- BBQs and Picnic Shelters: Undercover BBQs, shaded picnic tables and bench seating are available in the broader reserve.
- Drinking Water: A push-tap drinking fountain is available in the wider park.
Replacing the Old Buff Point Oval Dog Park
If you used to take your dog to Buff Point Oval on Matumba Road, that fenced yard is no longer a dog park. Central Coast Council opened it in 2017 as a purpose-built, fully fenced enclosure roughly 50 metres by 50 metres at the southern end of the sports oval. Following a community vote, Council relocated the off-leash area to Edgewater Park in 2026 so the oval could be used more fully for organised sport, with removal works at Buff Point Oval and construction at Edgewater Park both scheduled for June 2026.
- Old site (Buff Point Oval, Matumba Road): A bare, fully fenced 50m x 50m yard with bench seating, floodlighting, and toilets and showers at the main amenities block. No dedicated water station or bag dispensers, and no shade beyond the perimeter trees.
- New site (Edgewater Park, Narambi Road): A fenced off-leash area built with concrete access paths and natural shade and vegetation retained around it, next to Edgewater Park’s playground, toilets, BBQs and picnic shelters.
Insider Tip: This is a brand-new facility. Works were scheduled for June 2026 with full completion expected before the end of the year, so if you’re visiting, confirm the off-leash area is finished and check the posted hours and fencing on-site before letting your dog run free. If you arrive at the old Buff Point Oval site out of habit, the fenced yard there is gone, Edgewater Park on Narambi Road is the current location. The rest of Edgewater Park, the lakeside playground, BBQs and picnic shelters, is well worth combining with your visit either way.
The Final Verdict
Edgewater Park is the direct replacement for the old Buff Point Oval dog park, trading a bare 50m x 50m enclosure for a location with concrete access paths, natural shade, and a full family reserve, playground, toilets, and BBQs, right next door. Because the relocation was still being finished as of writing, confirm the off-leash area is open and check current hours before you make the trip, and don’t bother heading to the old Buff Point Oval site, it’s no longer a dog park.
For more official information, visit the Central Coast Council website.
Edgewater Park: FAQ
Q: Is Buff Point Oval still a dog park?
A: No. Following a community vote, Central Coast Council relocated the fenced off-leash area from Buff Point Oval to Edgewater Park on Narambi Road in 2026. The old Buff Point Oval enclosure is gone.
Q: Is the new dog area at Edgewater Park fenced?
A: Council’s relocation plans describe it as continuing the fully fenced design from the old Buff Point Oval site, though this hasn’t been independently confirmed on-site. Check signage when you visit.
Q: What else is at Edgewater Park besides the dog area?
A: A lakeside playground with a high slide, rock-climbing wall and multiple swings, public toilets including a disabled toilet, undercover BBQs, shaded picnic tables, bench seating and a drinking fountain.
