Pridmore Park Dog Off Leash Area at the end of Mason Street in Hawthorn is a quiet riverfront reserve open 24 Hours, 7 Days. Tucked away at the end of a residential cul-de-sac, it offers shady lawns that connect straight onto the Yarra River walking tracks. The park has no fences and backs right onto bushland, so your dog needs reliable recall before you take the leash off.
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Pridmore Park Dog Off Leash Area: At a Glance
- The Vibe: Quiet riverside pocket. Local neighbours walk dogs on the grass while walkers head down along the dirt river tracks.
- Best For: Dogs with reliable recall that stay close and like a calm sniff along the grass.
- Off-Leash Hours: 24 Hours, 7 Days.
- Fencing: Completely unfenced. The lawn is open to the dirt river trail, bushland and Mason Street.
- Parking: Limited kerbside parking at the end of Mason Street.
Dog Park Features & Amenities
For the Dogs
- River Track Connection: The grass links straight to the dirt walking path that follows the Yarra River.
- Drinking Water: A council water tap with a dog bowl sits near the path.
- Open Grass: Sloping lawns give dogs enough room for a short game of fetch.
For the Humans
- Tree Shade: Large leafy trees cast broad shade over the grass through the day.
- Poo Bags and Bins: Waste bins sit near the street end. There are no bag dispensers, so bring your own poo bags.
- Playground Nearby: A small playground sits beside the lawn. Keep your dog on a leash and away from the play equipment.
- Toilets: None on-site.
Insider Tip: The park runs right into thick native scrub along the Yarra River bank. During warm summer months, tiger snakes and brown snakes move through the long grass and bush beside the water. Keep your dog out of the thick river scrub and stick to the open mown lawn.
The Final Verdict
Pridmore Park Dog Off Leash Area is a quiet, leafy spot in Hawthorn for a calm walk away from street traffic. It has no boundary fences and no public toilets, so your dog needs reliable recall around the bush and river tracks. If you want a shady grass patch connected to the Yarra trails, it is a practical local stop.
For more official information, visit the City of Boroondara website.
