Here, boy!
Australians increasingly regard their dogs as family members and may be allowing sleeping on the bed or providing special birthday celebrations – some pooches even have their own Instagram accounts!
As such, it's no surprise dog-friendly places to stay, eat and drink are in demand - and Rutherglen is happy to oblige!
When visiting Rutherglen, there's no need to leave your four-legged family member at home. Many restaurants with outdoor eating areas are more than happy for well-behaved pooches to sit with their owners while enjoying a delicious meal, and accommodation options are plentiful.
There are three off-leash areas around Rutherglen:
- Barkly Park: 47 Reid Street, Rutherglen (excluding some weekends when sport is being played)
- Willows Reserve: off Reserve Road, Wahgunyah
- Field and Game reserve: Corner Jones Road & Racecourse Road, Rutherglen
Dog friendly stays
Must Love Dogs B&B
Looking for accommodation where every member of the family is welcome, including your four-legged friends? Must Love Dogs Bed and Breakfast offers luxury pet-friendly accommodation in the heart of Rutherglen. Originally built in 1840 and once home…
Rose Cottage with Vineyard Views
Rose Cottage is in the heart of Rutherglen wine region offering vineyard and rural vistas. Far enough from town to be peaceful but close enough for a short five minute stroll to the centre of town, local…
The Victoria Hotel Rutherglen
The Victoria Rutherglen is a design-led boutique hotel in the heart of Rutherglen’s historic Main Street, created for travellers who want more than somewhere to sleep. The hotel features 14 beautifully appointed suites, including selected dog-friendly rooms.…
Barkly Suites Apartments Rutherglen
Escape to the peace and tranquillity of Barkly Suites, tucked away in a quiet corner of historic Rutherglen. Offering both one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites, the property comfortably accommodates solo travellers, couples, families and small groups. Each spacious…
Dog friendly experiences
Buller Wines
The Five Star James Halliday Winery is world renowned for fortified wines produced using the Solera System. Testament to the quality are the two Robert Parker 100/100 rated Rare Muscat and Rare Tokay. The Calliope Estate produces…
Cofield Wines
Cofield Wines is a family-owned winery in picturesque Wahgunyah, in the Rutherglen Wine Region, where Victoria’s High Country meets the Murray River. The Cofield family has been part of Rutherglen’s wine story for more than 100 years,…
Campbells Wines of Rutherglen
At Campbells, visitors can enjoy the distinctive wines of Rutherglen resulting from five generations of tradition, experience and a dedication to innovation. The Campbell family has an uncompromising commitment to making quality wines from their estate vineyards.…
Dog friendly walks
Willows Reserve Trail Walk
Take a leisurely walk beside ancient river red gums on the Murray River at Wahgunyah. The track winds along the river for about 2 kilometres and then veers off to pass the Wahgunyah Recreational Reserve where during…
Lake Moodemere Trail Walk
Lake Moodemere is a natural billabong abundant with native birds and wildlife. This is a delightful river red gum forest trail which is shaded in summer. Experience the splendour of Lake Moodemere and enjoy a picnic or…
Between Two Bridges Trail Walk
The John Foord Bridge was completed in 1892 and named after the founder of Wahgunyah. A new bridge opened in April 2005, known as the Federation Bridge. It includes the Federation Arch and the Barassi Line, a…
Wahgunyah River Track Walk
This trail will take you through the old river gum trees beside the Murray River and passes by farming properties. Local Aboriginal artist Tommy McRae (c.1835– 1901) would wander this area and lived at Lake Moodemere for…
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