Burns Bay Reserve
An unfenced off-leash dog area on a large, flat sports oval is the standout feature at Burns Bay Reserve, a grassed waterfront park on the Lane Cove River in Riverview NSW 2066. The reserve also has a children's playground, electric barbecues and picnic tables.
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About Burns Bay Reserve
Off-Leash Dog Area at Burns Bay Reserve
Burns Bay Reserve has a conditional off-leash dog area on its large, flat sports oval, which is open to dogs at all times except when organised sport is being played. The oval is unfenced and opens onto the car park and bushland, so dogs have plenty of open room to run but no enclosure to contain them. Burns Bay Reserve provides drinking water for dogs from a bubbler near the amenities block. The bushland tracks nearby are on-leash only, so dogs must stay clipped there.
Playground at Burns Bay Reserve
Burns Bay Reserve has a children's playground fitted with swings and a flying fox, with further play equipment alongside them. The playground sits near the open sports area and is positioned close to the picnic area and public toilets. Burns Bay Reserve gives young children a play space next to the riverside lawns, so families can spend time on the grass while children play.
Sports Facilities at Burns Bay Reserve
Burns Bay Reserve has a grassed sports oval where soccer is played in winter, including children's soccer matches in the cooler months. Burns Bay Reserve also has a basketball hoop and a practice tennis wall for solo ball practice. Burns Bay Reserve has a boat ramp on the waterfront, which can be inaccessible at low tide.
Facilities at Burns Bay Reserve
Visitor tips for Burns Bay Reserve
- ✓Bring your own poo bags, as none are provided on site.
- ✓No coffee is sold on site, so buy it at the Riverview Shops before arriving.
- ✓Check the oval for goalposts or teams before unclipping a dog, since winter weekends bring soccer games.
- ✓An upgrade with public consultation was reported in March 2026, so check Lane Cove Council for current facilities.
Getting to Burns Bay Reserve
Burns Bay Reserve is on Kooyong Road in Riverview NSW 2066, listed at 71 Kooyong Road. A large dedicated on-site car park provides parking for 30 cars.
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- 📍Riverview Shops
- 📍Lane Cove River
Frequently asked questions about Burns Bay Reserve
Can I take my dog to Burns Bay Reserve off-leash?
Yes, dogs can run off-leash on the sports oval at all times except when organised sport is being played there. Bushland tracks nearby require a lead.
Are there any fenced areas at Burns Bay Reserve for dogs?
No, the off-leash area is unfenced and opens onto the car park and bushland. The reserve has no fully fenced dog area.
Is there a playground at Burns Bay Reserve for young kids?
Yes, the reserve has a children's playground with swings and a flying fox, sitting near the sports area.
Are there barbecues at Burns Bay Reserve and do I need to book one?
Yes, Burns Bay Reserve has electric barbecues beside its picnic tables.
Is Burns Bay Reserve wheelchair accessible?
Yes, it has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, a wheelchair-accessible car park and wheelchair-accessible toilets.