The Gold Coast in Australia is one of the most beautiful sites you can possibly see. If you are on vacation, it’s no wonder you want to share this enriching experience with your canine friends. But unfortunately, when we’re taking out our dogs, we have to ensure that the area is compatible with canines. Luckily, we have a handful of excellent dog beaches and swimming holes we think might just make your adorable pup’s day!
The 4 Dog-Friendly Beaches The 4 Dog-Friendly Swimming Holes
The 4 Dog-Friendly Beaches
- Biggera Waters Beach
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Bonnie Benny Bernie (@trippathewanderbus)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Biggera Waters QLD 4216, Australia
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
Off-leash is only allowed at certain times of the day (5-8 a.m., 4-7 p.m.)
Area is already pre-stocked with bags for clean up—making your job easy!
Make sure to follow safety rules and keep your dog in your sight.
- The Spit
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Nasa.Shiba (@nasa.shiba)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
Located close to Sea World—fun for the whole family
Completely off-leash, no designated times
Food and drink options are within walking distance
Must check for beach markers to see what area your dog can be in
- Tallebudgera Creek Beach
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Socks & Colby (@socks_colby)
🗺️ Address: 📍 218 Tallebudgera Dr, Palm Beach QLD 4221
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
Very scenic, lovely location—half beach, half creek
Open 24 hours to the public
No designated times for off-leash—your pup can go as they please
Unfenced location with no set restrictions
Must be 200 metres away from flagged areas as seen
- Currumbin Creek Beach
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by SWELL Sculpture Festival (@swellsculpture)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Durigan St, Palm Beach
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: South from Tower 13
Very dog-friendly, child-friendly location
Beach is patrolled in sections
Dogs (and people) can enjoy the fountains
Enjoyed by tourists and locals
The 4 Dog-Friendly Swimming Holes While these aren’t traditional coastal beach areas, they are a ton of fun for your canine to enjoy. Take a peek. 5. Cedar Creek Falls
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Bento (@yayabento5)
🗺️ Address: 📍 76 Cedar Creek Falls Road, Oxenford
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: No
Only certain parts of the park are dog-friendly, so check locations
Your dog must be on a leash
Lots of beautiful scenic sites to explore with your pooch
- Coomera River Causeway Park
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Dimity Powell (@dimityspowell)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Oxenford QLD 4210
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: No
Dogs must be leashed at all times
Lots of fun things to do, like fishing, playing on playgrounds, picnicking, and barbecuing
Relaxed family-style environment
- Swift Park
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Twisted Murf (@twistedmurf)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Nerang QLD 4211
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
1 kilometre of exploring space for your canine compadre
Dog parks included in this location
Full access to an awesome agility park
Fenced-in playground for children
- Schusters Park
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by TellaANDbear (@tellaandbear)
🗺️ Address: 📍 506 Schusters Road, Tallebudgera QLD 4228
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
Both on and off-leash dog areas to explore
Access to a saltwater creek
Your dog can romp on the on-leash sandy beach portion
Other Strictly On-Leash Beaches That was it for the relaxed beaches. Now, your dog can also enjoy these pet-friendly places. However, most have very strict dog regulations, so always leash your pooch, follow the rules, and check signs.
Bilinga Beach
North Kirra Beach
Tugun Beach
Esplanade South Park Beach
Mermaid Beach
Nobby Beach
Miami Beach
Kurrawa Beach
Conclusion Whether you’re a local or tourist, there is plenty to do along the Gold Coast. You can plan a day or two visiting one or a handful of these awesome, dog-friendly locations. Luckily, your pup can enjoy most of the activities right along with you. Be sure to get out there, take the Frisbee, and wear your sunblock! It’s time to get your toes (and paws) in the sand. Sources
https://getoutwithkids.com.au/dog-friendly-beaches-and-swimming-holes-on-the-gold-coast/ https://www.tourismwhitsundays.com.au/cedar-creek-falls/
The Gold Coast in Australia is one of the most beautiful sites you can possibly see. If you are on vacation, it’s no wonder you want to share this enriching experience with your canine friends.
But unfortunately, when we’re taking out our dogs, we have to ensure that the area is compatible with canines. Luckily, we have a handful of excellent dog beaches and swimming holes we think might just make your adorable pup’s day!
- The 4 Dog-Friendly Beaches
- The 4 Dog-Friendly Swimming Holes
The 4 Dog-Friendly Beaches
1. Biggera Waters Beach
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Bonnie Benny Bernie (@trippathewanderbus)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Biggera Waters QLD 4216, Australia
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
Off-leash is only allowed at certain times of the day (5-8 a.m., 4-7 p.m.)
Area is already pre-stocked with bags for clean up—making your job easy!
Make sure to follow safety rules and keep your dog in your sight.
2. The Spit
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Nasa.Shiba (@nasa.shiba)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
Located close to Sea World—fun for the whole family
Completely off-leash, no designated times
Food and drink options are within walking distance
Must check for beach markers to see what area your dog can be in
3. Tallebudgera Creek Beach
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Socks & Colby (@socks_colby)
🗺️ Address: 📍 218 Tallebudgera Dr, Palm Beach QLD 4221
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
Very scenic, lovely location—half beach, half creek
Open 24 hours to the public
No designated times for off-leash—your pup can go as they please
Unfenced location with no set restrictions
Must be 200 metres away from flagged areas as seen
4. Currumbin Creek Beach
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by SWELL Sculpture Festival (@swellsculpture)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Durigan St, Palm Beach
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: South from Tower 13
Very dog-friendly, child-friendly location
Beach is patrolled in sections
Dogs (and people) can enjoy the fountains
Enjoyed by tourists and locals
The 4 Dog-Friendly Swimming Holes
While these aren’t traditional coastal beach areas, they are a ton of fun for your canine to enjoy. Take a peek.
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Bonnie Benny Bernie (@trippathewanderbus)
A post shared by Bonnie Benny Bernie (@trippathewanderbus)
View this post on Instagram
View this post on Instagram
- Off-leash is only allowed at certain times of the day (5-8 a.m., 4-7 p.m.)
- Area is already pre-stocked with bags for clean up—making your job easy!
- Make sure to follow safety rules and keep your dog in your sight.
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Nasa.Shiba (@nasa.shiba)
A post shared by Nasa.Shiba (@nasa.shiba)
- Located close to Sea World—fun for the whole family
- Completely off-leash, no designated times
- Food and drink options are within walking distance
- Must check for beach markers to see what area your dog can be in
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Socks & Colby (@socks_colby)
A post shared by Socks & Colby (@socks_colby)
- Very scenic, lovely location—half beach, half creek
- Open 24 hours to the public
- No designated times for off-leash—your pup can go as they please
- Unfenced location with no set restrictions
- Must be 200 metres away from flagged areas as seen
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by SWELL Sculpture Festival (@swellsculpture)
A post shared by SWELL Sculpture Festival (@swellsculpture)
- Very dog-friendly, child-friendly location
- Beach is patrolled in sections
- Dogs (and people) can enjoy the fountains
- Enjoyed by tourists and locals
5. Cedar Creek Falls
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Bento (@yayabento5)
🗺️ Address: 📍 76 Cedar Creek Falls Road, Oxenford
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: No
Only certain parts of the park are dog-friendly, so check locations
Your dog must be on a leash
Lots of beautiful scenic sites to explore with your pooch
6. Coomera River Causeway Park
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Dimity Powell (@dimityspowell)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Oxenford QLD 4210
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: No
Dogs must be leashed at all times
Lots of fun things to do, like fishing, playing on playgrounds, picnicking, and barbecuing
Relaxed family-style environment
7. Swift Park
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Twisted Murf (@twistedmurf)
🗺️ Address: 📍 Nerang QLD 4211
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
1 kilometre of exploring space for your canine compadre
Dog parks included in this location
Full access to an awesome agility park
Fenced-in playground for children
8. Schusters Park
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by TellaANDbear (@tellaandbear)
🗺️ Address: 📍 506 Schusters Road, Tallebudgera QLD 4228
🕐 Open Times: Dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
Both on and off-leash dog areas to explore
Access to a saltwater creek
Your dog can romp on the on-leash sandy beach portion
Other Strictly On-Leash Beaches
That was it for the relaxed beaches. Now, your dog can also enjoy these pet-friendly places. However, most have very strict dog regulations, so always leash your pooch, follow the rules, and check signs.
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Bento (@yayabento5)
A post shared by Bento (@yayabento5)
- Only certain parts of the park are dog-friendly, so check locations
- Your dog must be on a leash
- Lots of beautiful scenic sites to explore with your pooch
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Dimity Powell (@dimityspowell)
A post shared by Dimity Powell (@dimityspowell)
- Dogs must be leashed at all times
- Lots of fun things to do, like fishing, playing on playgrounds, picnicking, and barbecuing
- Relaxed family-style environment
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Twisted Murf (@twistedmurf)
A post shared by Twisted Murf (@twistedmurf)
- 1 kilometre of exploring space for your canine compadre
- Dog parks included in this location
- Full access to an awesome agility park
- Fenced-in playground for children
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by TellaANDbear (@tellaandbear)
A post shared by TellaANDbear (@tellaandbear)
- Both on and off-leash dog areas to explore
- Access to a saltwater creek
- Your dog can romp on the on-leash sandy beach portion
Bilinga Beach
North Kirra Beach
Tugun Beach
Esplanade South Park Beach
Mermaid Beach
Nobby Beach
Miami Beach
Kurrawa Beach
- Bilinga Beach
- North Kirra Beach
- Tugun Beach
- Esplanade South Park Beach
- Mermaid Beach
- Nobby Beach
- Miami Beach
- Kurrawa Beach
Conclusion
Whether you’re a local or tourist, there is plenty to do along the Gold Coast. You can plan a day or two visiting one or a handful of these awesome, dog-friendly locations. Luckily, your pup can enjoy most of the activities right along with you.
Be sure to get out there, take the Frisbee, and wear your sunblock! It’s time to get your toes (and paws) in the sand.
Sources
https://getoutwithkids.com.au/dog-friendly-beaches-and-swimming-holes-on-the-gold-coast/ https://www.tourismwhitsundays.com.au/cedar-creek-falls/
