The Best Dog Friendly Beaches in Central Coast
Central Coast is home to some of the most amazing dog friendly beaches in NSW. Make sure to explore them while in the area. Here are our top picks for off leash beaches in Central Coast.
1. Patonga Beach
Patonga
Dogs are allowed to run on this gorgeous dog beach between Brisk Street and Jacaranda Ave. Great spot for a swim and play and afterwards having a drink at The Boathouse Hotel Patonga.
2. Avoca Beach
North Avoca
Stunning off leash beach to go for a run or play with your pooch. Tails are guaranteed to go crazy when your pup gets his/her paws on the soft sand.
3. Wamberal Beach
Wamberal
Probably one of the best off leash beaches in the Central Coast to go with your dog. This 24h off leash beach in Wamberal is a great spot to play, run, swim and meet new friends.
4. North Shelly Beach
Toowoon Bay
North Shelly Beach is a gorgeous dog friendly beach for your pooch to run along and have a swim. Just be aware of the swell particularly during the high tide.
5. Hams Beach
Caves Beach
If you are travelling to the northern parts of the Central Coast, Hams Beach is a great stop to make with your pup. Access to this 24h dog friendly beach is off Mawson Close, covering that part of the reserve between the Hams Beach car park and the ocean.
6. Blacksmiths Beach
Blacksmiths
Blacksmiths dog off leash beach is part of Nine Mile Beach extending from the beach car park off Awabakal Avenue, northerly to the Belmont Golf Club boundary. Leash free at all times.
7. Umina Beach
Umina Beach
Both the northern and southern end of Umina Beach are dog-friendly, off-leash areas. Great place to take your pup for a splash and if you decide to explore the southern end of the beach, make sure to visit dog friendly Jasmine Greens Kiosk for a coffee afterwards. And don’t forget to get one of their Kangaroo Chew treats for your pooch!
Check out our other Dog Friendly Guides to Central Coast
