Thirteenth Beach (Barwon Heads)
Long Bellarine Peninsula surf beach with a huge off-leash stretch — unpatrolled with rough swell; keep dogs close.
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Dog parks, walks & beaches near Barwon Heads
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.
Surf Coast Walk
44 km cliff-top Great Ocean Road trail — mixed on-leash, off-leash and no-dog sections; check the map before you go.
View placeWhites Beach (Torquay)
Long golden stretch north of Torquay Esplanade — year-round off-leash and usually quieter than the main surf beaches.
View placeEastern Beach (Geelong)
Geelong waterfront swimming enclosure — on-leash paddles only near the ferris wheel and palm-lined promenade.
View placeMillionaires Walk (Sorrento)
Cliff-top walk with bay and ocean views on the Mornington Peninsula — on-leash; finish with a beach swim nearby.
View placeEast-West Walk (You Yangs)
4.5 km loop through rocky outcrops and open woodland — on-leash; combine with Flinders Peak for a longer day.
View placeFlinders Peak Walk (You Yangs)
Granite summit hike with steps and panoramic views back to Melbourne — on-leash; ~1 hr from the city.
View placeStead Park Fenced Dog Park
Geelong north-side fenced park with two secure yards, agility equipment and shade — handy for Spirit of Tasmania travellers.
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.