Dog Friendly Activities in Australia

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Australia, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

Fingal Heads Beach

Kingscliff, AU

Fingal Heads Beach This is a fabulous dogs allowed beach. Dogs can swim in the surf and run along the gorgeous sandy beach and afterwards you can go for coffee, where the cafe owners put out fresh daily bowls of cool water for the dogs. See Details

Altona Dog Beach - Burns Reserve

Melbourne, AU

Altona Dog Beach - Burns Reserve Bring your dog to Altona Dog Beach for some off-leash fun. Your salty dog will love frolicking on the sand, going for a swim, and socializing with other dogs. Open daily. See Details

Whiting Beach

Yamba, AU

Whiting Beach Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the western end of Whiting Beach in Yamba, AU. The sandy beach is an awesome spot to take Fido for a leisurely stroll or cool off in the water. There are only small waves as this beach is at the mouth of the Clarence River. Keep Fido away from the rock wall, which is the main swimming area. See Details

Tathra Beachside

Tathra, AU

Tathra Beachside Tathra Beachside is pet-friendly. Pets are a part of the extended family and they can enjoy cottages, treats, a dog wash station available, and a nice walk to the beautiful dog-friendly Tathra Beach. Pet supplies are also available for purchase at reception. Pets are welcome all year on their sites except for the first 2 weeks of our Christmas holiday period. See Details

The Farm at Byron Bay

Ewingsdale, AU

The Farm at Byron Bay Fido is welcome to join you as you explore and learn at The Farm! It is home to Three Blue Ducks, The Bread Social, The Garden Shed, and The Produce Store. The Farm requests that you keep your four-legged-friend on a lead at all times, and out of the indoor areas of its restaurant. The Farm at Byron Bay is open seven days a week from 7am to 4pm. See Details

Tallow Beach

Byron Bay, AU

Tallow Beach Tallow Beach is pet-friendly. The beach stretches for just under two miles and is located in the heart of popular spot, Byron Bay. The area is popular among visitors enjoying some swimming, bird watching, whale watching, beach fishing or just chilling out. Dogs are welcome off-leash, as long as they respond to your voice. See Details

Dog Beach at O’Sullivan Beach and Christies Beach

Adelaide, AU

Dog Beach at O’Sullivan Beach and Christies Beach Dog Beach at O’Sullivan Beach and Christies Beach is pet-friendly. From the southern end of Selway Terrace to the northern end of Heather Street, dogs are allowed off-leash at any time except during daylight savings (October-April) when they must be on a leash 10am-8pm. See Details

Goondiwindi Botanic Gardens

Goondiwindi, AU

Goondiwindi Botanic Gardens Dogs are now allowed at Goondiwindi Botanic Gardens. You can bring Fido with you, and even let them off-leash on the paths of the 25 hectare gardens of Goondiwindi. The garden features a lake, floral gardens, playgrounds, BBQ areas, and paths that weave around them. They are open Monday through Sunday from 6am to 10pm. See Details

Lake Lyell

Rydal, AU

Lake Lyell Lake Lyell is a dog-friendly recreation area in New South Wales. Located on the outskirts of Lithgow just 2 and a half hours away from Sydney, the facilities include a kiosk, boat ramp, amenities block with hot showers, toilets, disabled toilet, covered BBQ area, kayak hire, picnic benches, park, designated swimming area, and powered and non-powered camping sites. See Details

Coles Beach

Davenport, Northern Territory, AU

Coles Beach Coles Beach is pet-friendly. Located in a coastal bay, bordered by a low cobble point to the west, the beach is moderately well exposed to west through northerly waves and is a popular surfing beach. Dogs are welcome on the beach to try a spot of surfing, play fetch or catch some rays. See Details

The Round House

Fremantle, AU

The Round House The Round House is a dog-friendly historic landmark in Fremantle, AU. Built in 1831, the Swan River Colony’s first civil gaol welcomes leashed pups to check out the grounds and listen to a talk about the history of the building and surrounding town. If you're dog doesn't like loud noises, you may want to skip the daily canon firing at 1 p.m. The Whalers Tunnel beneath the Roundhouse also welcomes dogs inside. See Details

Kep track

Perth, Western Australia, AU

Kep track It is 75km which can be a 3 day hike with the trail starting at Mundaring weir and finishing at Northam. you walk through many towns, so water is not a problem it is an easy to moderate track and track is well labelled. cyclist and horse riders may also use the track. head on to- http://www.keptrack.com.au/ for more info. See Details

Centennial Parklands

Sydney, AU

Centennial Parklands Centennial Parklands is one of the most dog-friendly public parks in Sydney - in fact approximately 43 percent (or 154 hectares) of its open space as off-leash areas. Centennial Parklands offer areas for both on- and off-leash dog walking. Sandstone Ridge and Federation Valley are both popular locations for off-leash dog walking.

Dogs are not permitted to swim in the ponds, in children's playgrounds, within 10 metres of Federation Pavilion and within 10 metres of Centennial Parklands Dining facility. However, there are dog tethering posts around the dining facility. See Details

Dog Park at Federal Park

Annandale, New South Wales, AU

Dog Park at Federal Park Fido can play off-leash at the Dog Park at Federal Park in the Sydney suburb of Annandale, NSW. Pups can play freely on the grass areas at all times and on sports fields when no games are taking place. Afterwards, grill out with your dog at the BBQ area, find shade under a native tree and check out the restored Glebe railway viaduct. See Details

National Arboretum Canberra

Canberra, AU

National Arboretum Canberra Leashed pets are welcome to join you as you explore the National Arboretum in Canberra. Enjoy the 446 acres of gardens with your canine companion. Dogs are not allowed on tram tours of the arboretum but you can drive through the grounds or walk with your pet. See Details

Port Melbourne Dog Beach

Melbourne, AU

Port Melbourne Dog Beach Bring Fido to this dog beach located between Port Melbourne Yacht Club and Lagoon Pier. Dogs love running off-leash on the sand and taking refreshing swims in the water. Dogs should be under voice control and owners must clean up after their pets and carry waste bags with them. See Details

Brighton Dog Beach

Melbourne, AU

Brighton Dog Beach Also known as Sandown Street Dog Beach, this beach park is a dog's dream. Dogs are welcome to run, swim, and play off-leash. Please pick up after your dogs. See Details

Harry Noble Reserve

Erskineville, AU

Harry Noble Reserve Dogs are allowed off-leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed on the playground. Harry Noble Reserve includes a fenced playground, netball rings as well as picnic and barbecue areas.

The neighboring Erskineville Oval is available for hire. Public toilets are available. See Details

Doug Grant Reserve

Melbourne, AU

Doug Grant Reserve This is one of several parks and reserves in Hobsons Bay where dogs are allowed off-leash. Doug Grant Reserve is located in Altona. See Details

Warrigal Dog Run

Arndell Park, AU

Warrigal Dog Run Warrigal Dog Run in Bungarribee Park is the largest fenced dog park in Sydney. The run is a local favorite, boasting open green fields and shady spots for owners to hang out. Take a walk on the trails outside the fenced area afterwards, too. See Details