Pet-Friendly Guide to Sandringham (2026)
Sandringham has 12 parks — most with designated off-leash areas.
Parks for Dogs
- AJ Steele Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Bamfield Playground — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Merindah Park — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Ashwood Avenue Park — check council signage for off-leash hours
- John Batman Reserve — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Bay Road Heathland Sanctuary — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Triangle Gardens — check council signage for off-leash hours
- Allambee Park — 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 Sandringham, check:
- Stevie — 18-34 Station Street (call to confirm pet policy)
- Full Turn Kitchen Bar — 222 Bay Road (call to confirm pet policy)
- Station Mingle cafe — 73 Station Street, Sandringham (call to confirm pet policy)
Related Guides
- Best Restaurants in Sandringham
- Best Cafes in Sandringham
- Best Bars in Sandringham
- Cost of Living in Sandringham
- Sandringham Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Sandringham
- Is Sandringham Safe?
- Sandringham 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
