Rees Reserve Dog Off Leash Area on Wilson Road in Little River is a rural sports reserve with an oval, a pavilion and pony club grounds. It is a wide, quiet paddock rather than a built dog park, and the space is the whole appeal.
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Rees Reserve Dog Off Leash Area: At a Glance
- The Vibe: A quiet, wide-open rural reserve with country horizons.
- Best For: Dogs that need room to stretch out, and owners after somewhere uncrowded.
- Off-Leash Hours: 24 Hours, 7 Days on the grassed oval only, when no organised sport is taking place. Check the signs on arrival.
- Fencing: Partially Fenced. A minimal wooden post-and-rail boundary that will not hold a dog that decides to leave.
- Parking: Parking near the reserve edge off Wilson Road.
Dog Park Features & Amenities
For the Dogs
- Open Ground: The oval and surrounding reserve give a long-legged dog somewhere to properly open up.
- Tree Line for Shade: Mature trees border the reserve, which is where you will want to be in the middle of the day.
- Bring Your Own Water: There is no water tap here, so pack a bottle and a bowl before you set out.
For the Humans
- Toilets and Pavilion: A brick toilet block and the reserve pavilion sit on site.
- Two Picnic Tables: One table sits under a shelter and another in the open, so there is somewhere to sit either way.
- Quiet Most Days: Outside club fixtures the reserve is generally empty, which suits a dog that finds busy parks hard work.
Insider Tip: The Little River and District Pony Club shares these grounds, and the cricket club uses the oval. Horses and off-leash dogs are a bad mix, and a spooked horse is dangerous to both of you. Look for floats in the car park before you unclip, and if the pony club is running, leave the leash on and come back another time.
The Final Verdict
Rees Reserve Dog Off Leash Area is a plain country reserve with toilets, a shelter and a lot of grass. There is no water tap, no agility gear and no secure fence, so it asks you to come prepared and to have a dog that comes back when called. If that describes you, the quiet here is worth the drive.
For more official information, visit the Greater Geelong City Council website.
Rees Reserve Dog Off Leash Area: FAQ
Q: Is Rees Reserve fully fenced?
A: No. It has a minimal wooden post-and-rail boundary, which will not contain a dog that wants to leave.
Q: Is there drinking water for dogs?
A: No. There is no water tap at the reserve, so bring your own water and a bowl.
Q: Who else uses the reserve?
A: The local pony club and cricket club both use the grounds, so check what is on before letting your dog off leash.
