Dog Friendly Beaches in Australia & the South Pacific

Dog friendly beaches are heaven on earth for Fido. And since sandy paws equal happy dogs, we’ve sniffed out the best beaches in Australia & the South Pacific where dogs can run, swim, and frolic in the sand. Use the links/map below to find a dog-friendly beach in Australia & the South Pacific.

Hillarys Dog Beach

Hillarys, AU

Hillarys Dog Beach Hillarys Dog Beach is a pet-friendly stretch of sand in Hillarys, AU, that welcomes dogs to play off-leash at designated times all year-round. Pups must be leashed in the mornings, but are free to roam off-leash in the afternoons every day except Sunday, when dogs are free to play without a leash all day. Dogs may not enter the beach via the Whitford Nodes South Car Park beach access path or the northern Hillarys Marina groyne. See Details

Emerald Beach

Emerald Beach, AU

Emerald Beach Emerald Beach, north of Fiddamans Creek, is a pet-friendly stretch of sand in Emerald Beach, NSW. Located just over 12 miles north of Coffs Harbour, the beach is popular with families, surfers and swimmers with lifeguards during Christmas holidays. While dogs are not allowed on the southern end of Emerald Beach, pups are welcome off-leash near Fiddamans Creek. See Details

Rowland Reserve

Bayview, New South Wales, AU

Rowland Reserve Rowland Reserve is a dog-friendly recreation area in Bayview, AU with an off-leash section. The northern section of the reserve features a beach with access to Pitwater and an off-leash area, too. See Details

Nine Mile Beach

Tuncurry, AU

Nine Mile Beach Nine Mile Beach in Tuncurry, AU is pet friendly. Dogs are welcome to play off-leash on the sand north of the break wall at this windswept beach. Dog owners should be aware that horses also use the beach. See Details

Sandridge Beach

Port Melbourne, AU

Sandridge Beach Sandridge Beach in Port Melbourne, AU is pet friendly. From April 1 to October 31, dogs are allowed to wander off-leash on the sandy area of the beach. From November 1 to March 31, dogs are allowed on the sand between the rock groyne opposite Barak Rd and the rock groyne opposite Cumberland Rd. See Details

Cape Peron

Peron, AU

Cape Peron Cape Peron is a headland and dog-friendly beach in Peron, AU. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the windswept beach and dunes. See Details

Queens Beach North Dog Off-leash Beach Area

Scarborough, Western Australia, AU

Queens Beach North Dog Off-leash Beach Area Queens Beach North Dog Off-leash Beach Area is a recreation spot in Scarborough, AU. Your pup can run freely along the Flinders Parade beach between the shore access stairs and the northern rock groyne. However, please note that Fido must be leashed when wandering on the sand or walking along the waterfront that leads from Redcliffe foreshore to Scarborough. See Details

Thompsons Road Dog Park

Coffs Harbour, AU

Thompsons Road Dog Park Thompsons Road Dog Park in Coffs Harbour, NSW, is a fenced recreation area for canines. This pretty park is full of open green space where pups can run and play. The park features a double gate, shady trees, grass and benches for humans to pitch up at while pooches play. See Details

Casuarina Coastal Reserve

Tiwi, AU

Casuarina Coastal Reserve Casuarina Coastal Reserve in Brinkin, NT is pet-friendly. Bring your dog with you to explore miles of pet-friendly windswept beaches, places for picnics and a paved trail to explore. Dogs can roam off-leash between Rapid Creek and Lee Point Rocks but must be kept on a leash between the Cliffs and Dripstone Point. See Details

Coffs Coast Regional Park

Coffs Harbour, AU

Coffs Coast Regional Park Coffs Coast Regional Park is a pet-friendly park in Coffs Harbour, AU. This great place for fishing, surfing and birdwatching features picnic areas and two beaches with designated off-leash zones. Hearns Lake Beach (Woolgoolga) and Darkum Beach (Woolgoolga North) both welcome dogs to play in the surf off-leash. Your leashed pup can join you in other areas of the park as well. See Details

Maxwells Road Esplanade

Tauranga, NZ

Maxwells Road Esplanade Maxwells Road Esplanade is a pet-friendly beach in Tauranga, NZ. Bring Fido along to this charming spot, where he can frolic in the water or enjoy the sandy shores. Additionally, this location is a designated freedom camping area, allowing you to stay overnight on council-controlled public land. The Daisy Hardwick track is also nearby. See Details

Red Beach

Bongaree, AU

Red Beach Red Beach in Bongaree on Bribie Island, AU is dog friendly. Your furry friend is welcome to tag along while you explore the area. The beach is nearly 5 miles long and features a nature path leading through vegetation out to the sand and ocean beyond. Please ensure your pup remains on a leash during your stay. See Details

Boambee Beach

Coffs Harbour, AU

Boambee Beach Boambee Beach is a dog-friendly stretch of sand next to Coffs Harbour Airport in Coffs Harbour, NSW. This dog-friendly beach welcomes pups off-leash. The beach is also popular among horse trainers, joggers, 4-wheel drivers and beach fishers, so be careful for other people and animals during your visit. Boambee Creek Reserve, at the southern end of Boambee beach, features a shallow area for paddling with your pooch. Visitors are reminded to be careful of the Boambee Beach tidal creek. See Details