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title: "Dog-friendly parks & nature in Johannesburg (4)"
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# Dog-friendly parks & nature in Johannesburg

_Johannesburg · South Africa_

Parks, trails, beaches and green spaces in Johannesburg for walks with your dog.

Map: https://maps.dog/en#13/-26.1681/28.0281

## Dog-friendly parks & nature in Johannesburg (4)

- [Eagle Canyon park 1](https://maps.dog/en/place/eagle-canyon-park-1-johannesburg-9a08a9) — Park & nature · La Cantera Crescent 160, 2040 Roodepoort. Allowed on a leash.
- [Little Chelsea Park](https://maps.dog/en/place/little-chelsea-park-johannesburg-b0b852) — Park & nature · 2nd Street, Johannesburg. Off-leash.
- [Norscot Slopes Park](https://maps.dog/en/place/norscot-slopes-park-johannesburg-107754) — Park & nature · Swallow Drive, 2155 Sandton. Allowed on a leash.
- [Valariedene Park](https://maps.dog/en/place/valariedene-park-johannesburg-d78509) — Park & nature · Johannesburg. Allowed inside.

## Other categories

- [Cafés](https://maps.dog/en/guides/south-africa/johannesburg/cafes) — 16
- [Restaurants](https://maps.dog/en/guides/south-africa/johannesburg/restaurants) — 28
- [Dog parks](https://maps.dog/en/guides/south-africa/johannesburg/dog-parks) — 2
- [Shops](https://maps.dog/en/guides/south-africa/johannesburg/shops) — 27
- [Vets](https://maps.dog/en/guides/south-africa/johannesburg/vets) — 25
- [Places](https://maps.dog/en/guides/south-africa/johannesburg/other) — 8

## FAQ

### Where can my dog go off-leash in Johannesburg?

Off-leash is allowed for example at: Little Chelsea Park. Check the signs on site, rules can change.

### How up to date is this?

The base data comes from OpenStreetMap and from dog owners who add places. Every review updates the info on dogs inside, water bowls and leashes. If something changed, report it on the place's page.

### My favourite place in Johannesburg is missing – can I add it?

Yes. Open the map, tap “Add a place” and drop the pin on it. After a quick review everyone can see it.

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