14 Best Dog Friendly Walks Melbourne

Dogs must be on leash Distance: 50km

This epic walk stretches from Port Melbourne to Seaford and follows the coastline of Port Phillip Bay.

1. MELBOURNE BAY TRAIL

Dogs must be on leash Distance: 23km

The Hobsons Bay Coastal Trail winds past wetlands, beaches and historic and cultural sites to end at Skeleton Creek.

2. HOBSONS BAY COASTAL TRAIL 

Both on and off leash areas

The Yarra River winds its way through the park and marks the route for many dog-friendly walks.

3. YARRA BEND PARK 

Dogs must be on leash Time from Melbourne: 1 hour

This gorgeous park lingers on the north edge of Melbourne and is abundant with birdlife.

4. YAN YEAN RESERVOIR PARK 

Dogs must be on a leash Time from Melbourne: 1 hr

Just a short drive from Melbourne, this state forest offers amazing views and plenty of space for fido to roam.

5. MT DISAPPOINTMENT STATE FOREST 

Dogs must be on leash Time from Melbourne: 1 hour

Just a short drive from the city, Cardinia Reservoir Park is teaming with native flora and fauna.

6. CARDINIA RESERVOIR PARK

Dogs must be on leash Distance: 1.2km return Time from Melbourne: 1hr 45mins

Located in Bunyip State Park, the walk to Seven Acre Rock is short, but stunning.

7. SEVEN ACRE ROCK

Dogs must be on leash Distance: 3.2km return Time from Melbourne: 1 hr 45mins

This quaint walk crosses stone bridges and ducks under a forest canopy.

8. LA LA FALLS

Dogs must be on leash Distance: 4.15km Time from Melbourne: 1hr

This entire regional park is pet friendly, but the East-West Walk has views even your doggo will appreciate.

9. YOU YANGS REGIONAL PARK

Both off and on leash areas Distance: 44km Time from Melbourne: 1hr 20 mins

Your pooch will enjoy the salty breeze as you trek along the cliff tops.

10. SURF COAST WALK 

Dogs must be on leash Distance: 4km return Time from Melbourne: 2hrs 15mins

Although the walk’s a short one, there’s a campground close by where your doggo is welcome too

11. LAKE ELIZABETH CIRCUIT WALK

Dogs must be on leash Distance: 4km Time from Melbourne: 1hr 10 mins

Dogs must be on a leash while on the path, but there’s an expansive off-leash oval to let loose.

12. HASTINGS FORESHORE RESERVE WALK

Dogs must be on leash Distance: 7.25km Time from Melbourne: 2hr 30mins

Dogs must be on a leash while on the path, but there’s an expansive off-leash oval to let loose.

13. SHALLOW INLET TO SANDY POINT BEACH 

Dogs must be on leash Distance: Approx. 1km Time from Melbourne: 1hr 35mins

You and your pup will definitely need to top this one off with a swim in the pristine ocean.

14. MILLIONARE'S WALK

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