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Barkly Gardens Dog Off Leash Area
Coppin St &, Barkly Ave, Richmond VIC 3121
Overview
Barkly Gardens Dog Off Leash Area is a off-leash park in Richmond, within easy reach of the suburb's terrace-lined streets, Swan Street activity, and strong tram links. As part of Richmond's open-space and outdoor lifestyle, it offers open space for recreation, shade, and time outdoors close to home. Residents use the park for walking, jogging, children's play, and dog exercise, often before or after school runs and shopping trips along nearby streets. Green space such as Barkly Gardens Dog Off Leash Area shapes the outdoor character of Richmond. It gives families and locals room to slow down and supports the active, neighbourhood-based lifestyle many residents value.
Quick info
Address
Coppin St &, Barkly Ave, Richmond VIC 3121
Venue highlights
Popular features
Family friendly
Service cadence respects younger guests.
Dog friendly
Well behaved pets fit the outdoor rhythm; ask hosts where to perch.
Accessibility & convenience
Visitor amenities
Reviews
Michael R
★★★★★“Pips favourite place! Fairly shady, other dogs around with their owners, it’s great!”
Daniel Hough
★★★★★“Might be the greatest-named park with a dog area of all time”
Nick
★★★★★“It's a nice park, just off Swan Street. It is suitable for dogs and has a walking path.”
Jim Fitzgerald
★★★★★“Great Park, near Burnley Station & not too far from Swan Street / Richmond Station. Appeared in the first season of Underbelly. KFC & Red Rooster are very close walk.”
Rosh Dale
★★★★☆“A nice little spot for the doggos to have fun!”
Frequently asked questions
Family-friendly parks in Richmond combine playgrounds, flat paths, and toilets where available. Barkly Gardens Dog Off Leash Area is open space locals use for walks and weekend play — visit earlier on sunny days for parking. Check Google Maps or contact the venue directly for the latest hours, access details, and visitor information in Richmond.