Patonga Beach
Hawkesbury River day-trip beach — 24-hour off-leash between the jetty and Meroo Avenue boundary sign.
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Dog beaches near Patonga
Search by suburb to see the nearest parks, walks, hikes and beaches first. Growing curated list for NSW, VIC and QLD — not every council oval or trail. Always check council signs on the day.
Mackerel Beach (Great Mackerel Beach)
Pittwater enclave reached by ferry from Palm Beach or private boat — timed off-leash on sand only; swimming in the water is not permitted.
View placeStation Beach (Palm Beach)
Northern beaches harbour-side spot where dogs are often allowed under council conditions — check times before you go.
View placeRowland Reserve (Bayview Dog Beach)
Pittwater dog beach — grassy reserve and calm water off-leash all day; one of Sydney’s most popular harbour-side swim spots.
View placeMona Vale Beach (south) dog area
Council dog off-leash beach trial area (south end) with set hours — confirm the trial is still active and follow time windows.
View placeAdams Street Reserve / Curl Curl Lagoon
Western side of Curl Curl Lagoon — off-leash reserve with lagoon paddles; pair with Flora & Ritchie Roberts on the south side.
View placeCurl Curl Lagoon (Flora & Ritchie Roberts Reserve)
Northern beaches lagoon paddle spot with sandy edges — dogs off-leash in the reserve but not on adjacent Curl Curl Beach sand.
View placeMateLoop lists places for convenience. Distances are approximate from suburb centres. Council rules, times and seasonal bans change — always follow local signs and official council websites.