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Dunningham Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules
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Updated 18 June 2026

Dunningham Reserve sits above Coogee with lovely views over the beach, a few statues and a relaxed coastal feel. Dogs are welcome on-leash, kept clear of playgrounds, sports courts and wildlife areas, with a dog bubbler, picnic tables and toilets on hand. It is an easy spot for a walk with a sea view. A pleasant on-leash reserve by the coast.

Dog rules

Dogs are welcome on leash. They're not allowed in playgrounds, sports courts, food preparation areas, schools, or wildlife protection areas. Please pick up after your dog and follow signs on site. (Source: Randwick.)

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2 Baden St, Coogee NSW 2034, Australia
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What people say

AGApollo G.
Dog Happiness
★★★★★1 month ago

Beautiful spot to sit or walk with your dog in the grass. Epic coastal views and lots of dogs around.

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DHDuy H.
Google Maps
★★★★★1 year ago

Dunningham Reserve offers a peaceful coastal setting with lush lawns, shaded benches, and panoramic views of the Tasman Sea. It features the historic Giles Baths portico and the Dolphin Point memorial commemorating the 2002 Bali bombing victims. The park includes amenities like restrooms, drinking fountains, picnic areas, and is a popular spot for photography, walking, and outdoor ceremonies.

ممعيار
Google Maps
★★★★★2 years ago

what a fascinating view is this place ! Peaceful view in Coogee, it all about mix of massive ocean and nature. Amazing for relaxing walking or swimming in the ocean, motivated place for exercises as well. I highly recommended it for anyone needs breathtaking and meditating spot. Easy accessible from central station with public Buses.

AWAlan W.
Google Maps
★★★★★5 years ago

Nicely kept park with open space and sitting places at north end of Coogee beach. Lot of shade, usually a pleasant breeze to cool a hot day. Lovely to hear the sea at work, breaking away at the cliffs. Be careful near the cliff edge if you have toddlers with you.

PCPenny C.
Google Maps
★★★★☆6 years ago

Dunningham Reserve is a very popular spot for tourists and locals to sit and have a picnic, sunbath and relax the whole year round. There is easy access to the north side of Coogee Beach as well as Giles Baths. You can find a shower at one of the stairways from the beach as well as public toilets. These, however are portable toilets. It would be nice to have a more permanent toilet block in this area. You will find the Bali Memorial at the top of the hill which is also along the path of the popular Eastern Suburbs Coastal Walk.

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