Macleay Reserve

Located in Sydney’s Inner East, Macleay Reserve in Potts Point offers a small off-leash space in a leafy, residential setting.

The park is unfenced and has a quiet, local feel, making it a popular stop for apartment residents looking for a convenient exercise spot for their dogs. Its elevated position gives it a slightly tucked-away, neighbourhood charm.

The reserve features a grassy open area with shaded trees and benches for owners. Its compact size makes it easy to supervise dogs, and while not large, it provides a pleasant pocket of green space within a dense urban environment.

As the park is unfenced and bordered by nearby streets, dogs with reliable recall are best suited here. The grass surface can wear thin with regular use or after rain, and there are no dedicated dog facilities, so owners should bring water.

The park is only a short walk from Potts Point’s cafés, restaurants, and boutique shops, making it easy to combine a dog visit with a coffee or meal. Larger harbourside spaces such as Beare Park are also nearby.

Macleay Reserve is best suited to smaller or calmer dogs who enjoy short outings in a quiet, local setting.

Macleay Reserve is managed by the City of Sydney Council.