Powerhouse Park Off-Leash Area
New Farm, Brisbane
Park Details
Address: Adjacent to Brisbane Powerhouse, Brunswick Street, New Farm QLD 4005
Size: Medium (0.5 - 2 hectares)
Shade: Excellent Shade
Rating:
Features
Fully Fenced Seating Shade/Shelter Waste Bags ProvidedPowerhouse Park’s off-leash section in New Farm is a charming riverside green space right by the Powerhouse arts precinct and Brisbane Riverwalk. Perfect for urban dog-lovers who appreciate shade, river views, and café culture.
This fenced grassed area sits next to New Farm Park, offering open lawn for running and easy river-edge access. The size sits around 1 hectare. Amenities include seating, shaded grass, waste bins and proximity to cafés rather than in-park water taps. Facilities are simple but clean. Visitors include inner-city professionals, residents from New Farm, and visitors to weekend markets—creating a lively vibe. Your pup can enjoy dodging around grassy dandelions while you sip coffee from Mary Mae’s nearby. The riverwalk makes for a post-play stroll with scenic views. In summer the shade keeps things pleasant even at midday; winter afternoons offer crisp sunshine, perfect for lingering. Rain makes grass patchy—best wait a few hours.
Pros
- Urban riverside setting Good shade and open lawn Walking proximity to cafés and art precinct Fenced area Social, varied user base
Considerations
- No water fountain onsite Moderate size only Can get very busy during market mornings
Parking Information
Street parking in New Farm area, metered. CityCycle and public transport (bus or CityCat) highly recommended. Limited car access.
Nearby Amenities
Mary Mae’s café (dog-friendly outside). Nearby New Farm Park facilities (toilets, water, playground). Powerhouse café/kiosk. CityCat to downtown, nearby shopfronts.
Best Times to Visit
Weekdays late afternoon (before sunset) are quieter. Weekends post-market early afternoon can be busy. Mornings in summer still shaded but café-crowds high.
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