Saturday Yarralumla walk - lush off leash ovals, doggie lake swim

Come on the 'summer' version of our Yarralumla walk that maximises shady paths and includes a cooling lake swim/paddle for our dogs. (Note: we always check the water quality status online before this walk.)

The first part of the walk follows our usual golf-course circuit, visiting the secluded, lush, off-leash Forestry Oval. But then we veer into old Yarralumla, exploring its pretty streets and parks.

We'll visit a second lush oval for more off-leash frolics, then a third off-leash park, before reaching the dog swimming beach near the Yarralumla dog park.

The walk starts and ends at the Yarralumla dog park on the corner of Brown and Banks Streets.

The walk is mainly flat, approximately 4.5 km, and with a group will take at least 90 minutes to complete. We'll be walking on paved paths, dirt tracks and grassy ovals.

After the walk, there's the option of coffee/brunch at the Oaks Brasserie in nearby Weston Park or Bees&Co at the Yarralumla shops, whichever is open.

Important info:

• You walk entirely at your own risk and you are wholly responsible for your own, and your dog's, behaviour; by rsvping 'yes' to this walk you understand and agree to this.
• All off-leash activities are at the discretion of the walk guide. If for any reason they feel any dog should be back on lead, please respect their decision, as they are trying to ensure everyone has a pleasant experience.
• We ask $7.50 per adult to be paid by card to the guide at the beginning of the walk - children (under 18) walk free of charge. The charge helps cover our meetup subscription, insurance, internet, petrol, and other costs. We will gladly refund this if you are not happy for any reason.
• For more information about how we operate our walks, go to our FAQ page.