Gibsons Beach Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 30 May 2026

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Gibsons Beach Reserve is a small reserve in Vaucluse with grass, a playground and a sandy edge. Dogs are permitted on-leash on the paved footpaths only, and are not allowed on the beach or the reserve areas. It works as a route to walk through rather than a place to settle with a dog. A limited on-leash option, best kept to the footpaths.

Dog rules

Dogs permitted on-leash on paved footpaths only. Dogs prohibited on beach and reserve areas.

At a glance

On-leash onlyVenue website

Sandy surfaceVenue website

Grassy areaVenue website

Palmerston St, Vaucluse NSW 2030, Australia

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Before you go

ℹ️Dogs allowed at certain times/areas — check official source for details.
💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
🌳No shade confirmed — take it easy on warmer days.
🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.

What people say

A K.

★★★★★9 years ago

Spectacular water, lovely for a swim or paddle boarding. Much better weather than Rosebay and the water is divine!!!!

Cristina B.

★★★★☆6 years ago

Nice and quiet. Not known from tourist so better luck when near camp cove is packed.

Michael S.

★★★★☆6 years ago

A peaceful beach near Watsons Bay. From here you can walk along the foreshore to Watsons Bay, but the directional signage is terrible or non-existent. I am wondering whether this a purposeful decision by the local council and residents of this "upmarket" area to keep visitors away from what is "public property".

derek W.

★★★★☆7 years ago

The beach was surprisingly quiet considering it is right next to busy Watson’s Bay. Not easy to park and limited facilities at the water side, this is still a great spot for the kids to play to earn the fish and chips.

Chris L.

★★★★☆7 years ago

This is a relative peaceful and charming bay but didn't attack too many visitor. It is a home to many yachts and the view overseeing the CBD is very beautiful especially in the evening. The bay is protected from strong wave hence suitable for children to play around.

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