Location!!! Location! Location! So many little walk ways and water reserves for birds, rabbits,…read morefish and wildlife. MARIBRYNONG's cycle paths and boating opens up a new world in the West!!!

Great place to let your dogs run around and get plenty of exercise. There is also a playground for…read morekids aswell as mini football and soccer ground.

The address notes one entrance for Gardiner's Creek. In reality, the path stretches a long way,…read morefrom a start near St Kevin's school all the way to Blackburn (a sort of north east trajectory). It's great to jog along, as the path is almost entirely shaded. Sometimes you'll be running with only a tiny distance between you and the houses around you, but sometimes it'll be great expanses of greenery. One could use the word "lush" accurately here. I walk the particular stretch noted with my dog. It's a good distance for a walk, covering about a kilometre an a half, with a convenient bin along the way to drop the, um, rubbish. Look out for cyclists, there are a lot of them.

Westerfolds park is a maze of made paths and dirt trails. you can walk or ride your way around. The…read morepark is bordered on one side by the Yarra river. There is many BBQ and seating areas, loads of car parks and play areas for the kids. Dogs are allowed on leash A great place to go and check out the native animals and amazing park surrounds

It's a great place for an afternoon out especially if you are visiting around and a lovely place to…read moreexperience with kids. Viewing platforms along the Yarra River afford good views of the river and rapids. In most weather conditions, the city can be seen from the Manor House hill when looking south-west. It is a popular spot for picnics, and family gatherings on the weekend and public holidays it does get rather busy. Other recreational activities include walking, cycling, rollerblading, walking the family dog, canoeing, horse riding and bird watching.

For owners of flighty, naughty puppies, this park is a god send. Completely fenced in and safe for…read moreall canines, it's a great place for doggies to socialise. There are even bags provided for your pup's discretion. The only downside is the proximity to Macaulay Road/Boundary Road, where things could quickly turn catastrophic for any escapees. But so far those gates have done and excellent job and my dogs remain safe and social.

Great to let the dog loose and run around for a very social time as there are always many dogs here…read moreon the weekend.

Because I'm a bit of a local history nerd, I know far too much about this unassuming little reserve…read morein Carlton. In the 1800's, the houses in Macarthur Square were occupied by some of Carlton's most notable residents, including one of the leading developers of the suburb. Macarthur, like nearby Murchison Square was designed to be like the 'greens' of London, with rows of houses overlooking a park to give them a country feel, and were prestigious places to live. The small, long, narrow reserve running between Canning and Rathdowne Streets is close to the Carlton Gardens, but offers a far more peaceful picnic spot. Actually, you'll rarely find anyone at all in this little park. As such, the grass is lush and generally dog-poo free - quite a treat! At the Rathdowne Street end there's a drinking fountain and the bust of some notable local (I should know who it is - history nerd fail) but sadly no bathroom, although it's a quick dash to Lygon Court if you really have to go.

Well if in Kooyong a great park for the dog and BBQ HAS water fountain doggie bags close to Kooyong…read moreStation great benches bins plenty room for your dog and just a great park that has it all! Plenty of k9 buddies walk by to socialise all good for you and your unconditional buddy!