Pet-Friendly Guide to Cheltenham (2026)
Cheltenham has 40 parks — most with designated off-leash areas.
Parks for Dogs
- Barker Street Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Native Flora & Fauna — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Cheltenham Park — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Sir William Fry Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Le Page Park — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Hibiscus Avenue Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Merindah Park — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Phillip Street Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours
Off-Leash Rules
Melbourne councils typically allow off-leash exercise:
- Before 9am and after 5pm in most parks
- Some parks are 24/7 off-leash — check council website
- Dogs must be on-leash within 50m of playgrounds
- Always carry bags and clean up
Pet-Friendly Cafes
Many Melbourne cafes welcome dogs at outdoor tables. In Cheltenham, check:
- Applehead Deli — 100 Latrobe Street, Mentone (call to confirm pet policy)
- The Diplomat Cafe — 4 Railway Parade, Highett (call to confirm pet policy)
- Milk Boy — 1 Railway Walk (call to confirm pet policy)
Related Guides
- Best Restaurants in Cheltenham
- Best Cafes in Cheltenham
- Best Bars in Cheltenham
- Cost of Living in Cheltenham
- Cheltenham Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Cheltenham
- Is Cheltenham Safe?
- Cheltenham Transport Guide
Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
