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De Waal Park

Park · Cape Town, Western Cape

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The Dog Report

Dog-friendly — not yet confirmed by SitnStay
  • Dogs welcome — per Google

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Listed as pet-friendly by Google. SitnStay is still confirming — call ahead to be safe.

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Fully fenced

The outdoor space is enclosed — off-lead time is safe.

  • Off-leash allowed
  • Dogs visited0
    Google rating4.5/ 5
    Photos8

    About

    Wedged between Gardens and Oranjezicht in Cape Town's City Bowl, De Waal Park is one of the few city parks where dogs can legally run off leash, provided they stay under their owner's control. Walkers loop around the central fountain beneath a collection of roughly 120 tree species; the grounds are fenced with entry gates on every side and poo-bag stations dotted throughout. An active Friends group helps maintain toilets, a children's play area and a resident coffee stand.

    Good to know

    Off-leash parkFenced groundsPoo-bag stationsShade treesFountainPlaygroundToiletsCoffee stand

    Pet policy

    Fully fencedOff-leash OK

    Note from SitnStay: A designated off-leash park, one of very few in Cape Town; dogs must remain under their owner's control, which is how the park keeps the privilege. Poo-bag stations are provided around the park and the Friends of De Waal Park supply free bags.

    Opening hours

    Open now
    • Monday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Tuesday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Wednesday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Thursday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Friday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Saturday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Sunday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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    Address
    Molteno Rd, CBD, Cape Town, 8000
    Area
    Cape Town, Western Cape
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