Moray Street Reserve Fenced Dog Park in Southbank is a small fenced yard tucked beneath the Kings Way overpass. At roughly 400 square metres it is one of the more compact off-leash areas in inner Melbourne, but the overhead road deck means you can stand there in the rain and stay dry, which counts for a lot in an apartment suburb with nowhere else to go.
Moray Street Reserve Dog Park: At a Glance
- The Vibe: A small urban yard under a freeway. Functional rather than pretty, and genuinely useful when the weather turns.
- Best For: Southbank apartment dogs who need a secure toilet-and-sniff stop close to home.
- Off-Leash Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Fencing: Fully fenced with a double-gate entry, so there is an airlock between your dog and Moray Street.
- Parking: Metered street parking only. Most people walk here.
Dog Park Features & Amenities
For the Dogs
- Compact Gravel Surface: The whole yard is gravel. It handles constant use far better than grass would in a space this size.
- Obstacles and Sniffing Areas: There are a few low obstacles and planted sniffing spots scattered around to break up the space.
- Drinking Water: A fountain with a dog bowl at the base sits inside the fence.
- Overhead Cover: The Kings Way deck above keeps most of the park dry during rain and out of the direct summer sun.
For the Humans
- Seating: Bench seating is provided along the edge of the enclosure.
- Poo Bags and Bins: Bag dispensers and bins are on site.
- No Public Toilets: There are none at the reserve itself. The nearest are in the surrounding Southbank precinct.
Insider Tip: The overpass keeps the rain off, but the drainage here is not great. Visitors report water pooling in parts of the yard after heavy downpours, so pick your patch after a big storm. Traffic noise from above is constant, which is worth knowing if your dog is sound sensitive.
The Final Verdict
Moray Street Reserve is a small park doing a specific job, and it does that job well. It will not tire out a working breed, and there is no separate small dog zone, so a timid dog may find a busy evening here overwhelming. As a secure, covered, close-to-home spot for a Southbank dog to stretch its legs and meet the locals, it earns its place.
For more official information, visit the City of Melbourne website.
Moray Street Reserve Dog Park: FAQ
Q: Is Moray Street Reserve Dog Park fully fenced?
A: Yes, it is fully fenced and has a double-gate entry.
Q: Is there drinking water for dogs?
A: Yes, there is a drinking fountain with a dog bowl inside the fenced area.
Q: Is there a separate area for small dogs?
A: No. It is a single enclosure of around 400 square metres shared by all dogs.
