Dog-friendly parks in Mid North Coast

West Coffs Reserve has a fenced off-leash area with separate sections for different-sized dogs — a practical split that lets you match your dog to the right space. The park is well-shaded with drinking water, BBQ facilities, and waste bags provided. There's a small bridge crossing to a church on the other side of the road, which adds a pleasant touch to the setting. Parking is plentiful and the park is well-maintained.

Nobbys Beach is a 24/7 off-leash dog beach in a sheltered cove in Port Macquarie. The setting feels tucked away and the local community is welcoming. Drinking water and parking are available. Dogs must stay off Shelly Beach to the south.

Beach Street Reserve is a large, fenced off-leash park with an agility course, shade, drinking water, waste bags, and a separate small dog area. The space is generous with open areas and shaded sections. Toilets are nearby.

John Downes Park is a well-equipped park in Port Macquarie with a cafe, a playground and BBQ facilities. Dogs are welcome on-leash, kept at least 10 metres from playgrounds, with drinking water, shade and parking on hand. It is a comfortable spot for a relaxed family walk. A pleasant on-leash park with good facilities.

Dog-friendly park where dogs are welcome on lead.

Dog-friendly park in Coffs Harbour where dogs are welcome on lead.

Stuart Park is a well-loved coastal park at Port Macquarie with a fenced off-leash dog park off Wood Street. Dogs are allowed off-leash within the fenced dog park, and must stay on-leash on the sports fields. There is drinking water, a playground, toilets, BBQ facilities and parking on hand. A handy fenced off-leash spot near the sea.

Dog-friendly park in Port Macquarie where dogs are welcome on lead.

Fenced off-leash area in Wauchope where dogs can run freely.

Dog-friendly park in Port Macquarie.

Dedicated off-leash park in Laurieton with a fenced area where your dog can run…

Dog-friendly park in Port Macquarie.

Dog-friendly park in Tuncurry where dogs are welcome on lead.

Fenced off-leash area in Coffs Harbour where dogs can run freely.

Dog-friendly park in Port Macquarie where dogs are welcome on lead.

Dog-friendly park in Sawtell where dogs are welcome on lead.