We hold no fencing statement at all for these, so treat them as open ground. Not stated is not the same as not fenced, and we are not going to guess which one it is.
Argyle Ave Reserve
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilSmall grassed neighbourhood park, playground, shade areas. Council feature tag 'Dogs Unleashed'.
Council park page: "It's a grassed area which is dog friendly - a great spot to let your four legged companion have a run around."…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzFerry Reserve
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilQuiet young forestry area with a grassy path; rural scenery. Listed by the council among its Dog Friendly Trails.
Council park page: "A nice, quiet place to walk the dog or enjoy the rural scenery." Facility Snapshot Features list includes "Dogs…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzFoxton Beach (outside ramp areas)
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilKilometres of hard west-coast iron sand; elevated carpark overlooking the ocean beach, kite sports and blow carting, drive at low tide to…
Council park page: "Dogs allowed off leash on the beach outside of patrolled swimming areas and surf beach (ramp to ramp)." Features list…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzGladstone Reserve
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilHorseshoe-shaped reserve surrounded by native bush, gateway to the Tararuas; safe swimming in the Ohau River, bush walks to the Waiopehu…
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Levin row, Unleashed column: "Gladstone Reserve" (mirrored on the council's Exercising your Dog page)…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzHartley St Reserve / Sunset Walkway / Manawatu Estuary
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilPicnic area on the banks of the Manawatu River near the Manawatu Marine Boating Club; jetty fishing, lime walkway along the stopbank past…
Council park page: "Dogs allowed on a leash but please keep away from birds." Features list includes "Designated Dog Area". Dog Control…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzHokio Reserve
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilSheltered park with a stream running alongside, children's playground, basketball hoop, public BBQ, shade areas. Council feature tags…
Council park page: "Dogs allowed off leash apart from in fenced play area." Features list includes "Designated Dog Area" and "Dogs…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzHudson Reserve
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilWaitarere Beach neighbourhood reserve. Council feature tag 'Designated Dog Area'.
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Waitarere row, Leashed column: "Hudson/Wairarawa Reserve" (mirrored on the council's Exercising your…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzIhakara Gardens
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilCouncil gardens/reserve in Foxton. Council feature tag 'Dogs Unleashed'.
Council park page Facility Snapshot Features list includes "Dogs Unleashed". FENCING: no fencing statement - 'unknown'. Confidence medium…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzIona Park
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilGrassed 'pocket park' in north-eastern Levin near Fairfield School, surrounded by residential housing. Shade areas, grassed sports area.
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Levin row, Unleashed column: "Iona Park" (mirrored on the council's Exercising your Dog page). Council…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzKennedy Drive Reserve
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilNeighbourhood park with traditional skate bowl, BMX track and play equipment, set amongst residential housing. Off-leash everywhere except…
Council park page: "The park is set amongst residential houses and with dogs allowed off leash apart from in play area." Dog Control Bylaw…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzKimberley Reserve (excluding camping area)
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilBush setting beside the Ohau River, swimming holes, walking tracks, grassy picnic areas. Camping 1 Dec - 28 Apr by permit. Council feature…
Council park page: "Dogs are allowed off leash, though must be kept under control at all times and kept away from swimmers." Dog Control…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzKowhai Park
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilCouncil's flagship dog-exercise spot. Landscaped and extensively planted, large open areas plus short walks and sheltered spots; native…
Council park page: "This popular dog exercise spot close to Lake Horowhenua is landscaped and extensively planted, covering a large area...
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzLevin Adventure Park - dog exercise area only
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilA separate dog rest/exercise area within a large family park (93 Oxford St / SH1). Wider park has playgrounds, tumbling drums, ropes…
Council park page: "...and a separate dog rest/exercise area." Facility Snapshot Features includes "Designated Dog Area". Dog Control…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzLincoln Place Reserve
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilLevin neighbourhood reserve. CONFLICT between council sources - the legally binding bylaw says on-leash, the website facility tag says…
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Levin row, LEASHED column: "Lincoln Place Reserve" (mirrored on the council's Exercising your Dog page).
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzMangaore Village Reserve
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilReserve along Blackwood Drive made up of multiple land parcels: community hall, toilets and picnic tables at the base of the hill, a…
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Mangaore row, Unleashed column: "Mangaore Village Reserve" (mirrored on the council's Exercising your…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzMoynihan Park
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilLocal sportsground a few minutes from central Shannon; grassed sports area, shade areas, toilets. Off-leash only when no sport is on…
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Shannon row, Unleashed column: "Moynihan Park when not being used for sporting or other community uses".
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzMuaupoko Park / Lake Horowhenua Domain
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilLake Horowhenua domain. Dogs are restricted to the designated dog Agility/Obedience Club areas only - this is a club-use area, not a…
Council park page: "Dogs only allowed in designated Agility/Obedience Club areas." Features list includes "Designated Dog Area". Dog…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzOhau Domain (defined areas)
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilWell-equipped sportsground next to Bishops Vineyard, adjacent to Ohau School courts; sports pavilion/clubrooms (Horowhenua Crusaders Rugby…
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Ohau row, Unleashed column: "Ohau Domain (defined areas)" (mirrored on the council's Exercising your…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzParikawau Reserve
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilLocal purpose reserve just off SH1 beside the Ohau River; large parking area with picnic tables, self-contained camping year-round by…
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Ohau row, Unleashed column: "Parikawau Reserve" (mirrored on the council's Exercising your Dog page)…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzRiver Loop Reserve and Playground
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilReserve and playground on the Manawatu River loop at Foxton. CONFLICT between council sources - the bylaw says on-leash, the website…
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Foxton row, LEASHED column: "Riverloop Reserve" (mirrored on the council's Exercising your Dog page)…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzSolway Park
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilDO NOT PUBLISH AS DOG-ACCESSIBLE. The council's facility data tags this park as a 'Designated Dog Area' but its dog bylaw bans dogs here…
CONTRADICTION between council sources. Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 1 (Areas where dogs are prohibited), "RESERVES PARKS AND OTHER…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzWaikawa Beach
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilBeach reached by footbridge from Hank Edwards Reserve or via the end of Manga Pirau St. Dogs…
Dog Control Bylaw 2025 Schedule 2, Waikawa row, Unleashed column: "Waikawa Beach". Council park page (Hank Edwards Reserve and Waikawa…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzWaitarere Beach (outside patrolled area)
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilWide sandy west-coast beach; toilets and carparking at the Waitarere Beach Surf Life Saving Community Facility. Horses allowed but keep…
Council park page (Waitarere Esplanade Reserve, Foreshore and Surf Club): "Dogs allowed off leash on the beach outside of patrolled…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nzWestern Park
Manawatū-WhanganuiFencing not stated by the councilPlayground and large open grassed area for informal cricket or touch; home of the Horowhenua Petanque Club. Council feature tag…
Council park page: "Dogs are allowed leashed at the rear of the park only." Features list includes "Designated Dog Area". Dog Control…
Source: horowhenua.govt.nz