Dog-friendly beaches in Lower North Shore

Sirius Cove is widely regarded as one of Sydney's best dog-friendly beaches, and it earns the reputation. Tucked into a quiet corner of Mosman's harbour foreshore, the sheltered cove has calm, shallow water that deepens gradually — making it as good for nervous first-time swimmers as it is for dogs that charge straight in. The large grassy reserve behind the sand is shaded by mature trees, with BBQs, picnic tables, a playground, drinking water, and toilets — the kind of setup that lets you stay for hours rather than just a quick dip. Off-leash access runs all day on weekdays, and before 9am and after 4pm on weekends and public holidays. The walking track heading east connects to Taronga Zoo Wharf and Bradleys Head, adding a scenic on-leash extension if you want it. It can get busy on weekends, so arriving early is worth it.

Dog-friendly beach in Mosman with open sand and off-leash access for dogs…

Dog-friendly beach in Mosman.

Dog-friendly beach in Neutral Bay.

Dog-friendly beach in Mosman with an off-leash area where dogs can run along…

Dog-friendly beach in Mosman.

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Beach in Mosman. We don't yet have enough signals to confirm whether dogs are

Beach in Mosman. We don't yet have enough signals to confirm whether dogs are

Beach in Mosman. We don't yet have enough signals to confirm whether dogs are

Beach in Mosman. We don't yet have enough signals to confirm whether dogs are

Beach in Mosman. We don't yet have enough signals to confirm whether dogs are

Beach in Mosman. We don't yet have enough signals to confirm whether dogs are