Hughes Avenue Reserve Off Leash Area

Hughes Avenue Reserve is a small but thoughtfully envisioned trial off-leash area in Mascot, tucked just off Botany Road.

Surrounded by suburban quiet, it offers a contained and convenient spot for small dogs, with established seating and easy on-street parking that makes it a practical choice for quick outings.

The area is unfenced and compact, meaning it’s best suited for dogs who are steady on recall. Natural boundary pillars help subtly define the space—even so, supervision is essential. While there’s no dedicated water station or play equipment, the seating provides a moment of respite for owners, and the reserve’s proximity to Mascot Square makes it easy to combine the visit with a local errand or stroll.

This reserve is best suited for small dogs, beginner recall walkers, or owners seeking a low-intensity, close-to-home spot that doesn’t feel like a major outing.

Hughes Avenue Reserve is managed by Bayside Council. You can view its location alongside all other council‑managed off‑leash areas on the map below. 

Other Bayside Council dog parks include Rhodes Street Reserve, Flynns Reserve, Ron Gosling Reserve, Sparks Street Reserve, Mutch Park, High Street Reserve, Gaiarine Gardens, Bona Park, Firmstone Reserve, Astrolabe Park, Cahill Park, Shepard Reserve, Lady Robinsons Beach, Sir Joseph Banks Park, Kingsgrove Avenue Reserve, Scarborough Park, and Frys Reserve.

Bayside Council has strict rules in place to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all visitors to off-leash areas:

• Dogs must be kept under control and supervised at all times, in sight of their owner/handler
• You must be physically able to control or restrain the dog if required by chain, cord or leash
• Your dog should not harass people or other animals. Even when dogs are in off-leash areas, they must still be under effective voice control
• If any dog shows signs of aggression or antisocial behaviour the dog’s handler must leash and remove their dog immediately
• You must clean up after your dog at all times
• You must keep your dog on a leash when entering or exiting the designated off-leash area.