Chorlton Water Park
Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Greater Manchester ·
Quick answer
Yes, dogs are allowed off lead at Chorlton Water Park, Manchester, except in the fenced children's play area. It is a flat, roughly 1.5-mile lake-side loop on surfaced paths, suitable for all fitness levels, with a free car park off Maitland Avenue.
Walk Starting Point
Distance
1.5 miles
Difficulty
Off-lead
Yes
Stiles
None
Parking
Available
About this walk
A former gravel pit turned Local Nature Reserve centred on a large lake, with a flat, mostly surfaced circular path through grassland and woodland. Dogs are welcome off lead throughout the open park under Manchester's citywide dog control order, but must stay out of the children's play area. Links onto the Mersey Valley path network towards Ivy Green. Free car park on site.
Terrain
🅿️ Parking
Free on-site car park (approx. 100 spaces) off Maitland Avenue, dawn to dusk.
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