Want to take your dog to a beach where they can swim, splash and play? There are family beaches for those with kids but what about if you want to bring your furbabies too. The solution is a dog-friendly beach. Head to a dog-friendly beach in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens. We’ve got ocean, harbour and lake beaches to suit every dog and owner.
Horseshoe Beach, Newcastle
This harbour beach is a favourite for dog owners. Your dog and your kids can enjoy the gentle waves at Horseshoe Beach.
Redhead Beach
In Lake Macquarie, you can take dogs and kids down to Redhead Beach which has an off-leash area for dogs. Park at Cain Street Reserve and walk along the bush path to the beach, once on the beach you can set your dog free for a run and a swim.
Signage was been installed in November 2023, outlining new rules prohibiting dogs between First and Second Creek – a stretch of beach previously designated as an on-lead area. The off-leash area south of Second Creek will remain.
Blacksmiths Beach
Blacksmiths Beach is also a dog-friendly beach. The leash-free area covers the part of Nine Mile Beach extending from the beach car park off Awabakal Avenue, northerly to the Belmont Golf Club boundary.
Pendlebury Park, Bonnells Bay
Bounded by Grand Parade and the Lake, Pendlebury Park Off-leash area is a peaceful and picturesque spot to let your dog off-leash, for a run or a swim.
Hams Beach Off-Leash Area, Caves Beach
Access is via Mawson Close. Park at the Hams Beach car park and the off-leash area is from the car park to the ocean. A great 24 hour dog beach to take your four-legged pal for a run and a swim.
Bagnalls Beach, Corlette
This beach is especially for dogs. Leash-free 24 hours. A beautiful, sandy beach with shallow, calm water for your furry friend to swim. Lots of parking, shade and great views of the Bay.
Billy Beach, Mallabula
Another beautiful, shallow beach for your dog to run, swim and play with other dogs. Leash-free 24 hours. Park at the Caswell Reserve carpark and enjoy the lovely walk along the boardwalk (on-lead) with your dog, before letting them free for a run on Billy Beach.
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