An off-leash area at the northern end of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, in The Gardens, Auckland. Dogs can run off the lead there, as long as they are under control and do not distress other users. Elsewhere in the gardens, dogs must be on a lead, and they are not allowed in the visitor centre or public buildings. The gardens are home to more than 10,000 plants.
Visitors say the area is large enough that the many dogs do not compete for space, and that it is an extremely dog-friendly place. The café has a large outdoor area and good food, but it gets very busy at lunchtime. Families also come for breakfast and walk the trails. Bikes, scooters and skateboards are not allowed in the gardens, barbecues are not allowed without a permit, and drones are not allowed. Mobility scooters and wheelchairs are free to borrow from the visitor centre, and booking is recommended.