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Camp Cove Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 19 Aug 2026

Camp Cove Reserve is a grassed reserve at Watsons Bay with shade and a relaxed, harbourside feel. Dogs are allowed off-leash here at all times, with room for a walk and a run close to the cove. There is parking on hand, and the beach and Watsons Bay pubs are a short stroll away. A pleasant off-leash spot near the harbour.

Dog rules

Dogs are permitted off-leash at all times. (Source: Woollahra Council.)

At a glance

Off-leash areaAdmin team verified
Shade availableVenue website
Grassy areaFrom reviews
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Cove St, Watsons Bay NSW 2030, Australia
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Nearby dog-friendly spots

Cafes

Watsons Bay Milk Bar
550m
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Fish & Chippery
350m
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Esteria Cafe & Restaurant
550m
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Pubs & Bars

Beach Club at Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel
350m
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Watsons Bay Hotel
350m
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Doyles Garden Bar
300m
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Rose Bay Dog Wash
3.5km
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Victoria Wharf Reserve
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Before you go

  • 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
  • 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.

What people say

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

Very peaceful park in the backstreets of Watson's bay, shaded by massive fig trees.

ShadeDog-friendly
ETEngMing T.
Google Maps
★★★★☆8 years ago

Nice place. Worth to take a walk but difficult to find parking.

PYPaul Y.
Google Maps
★★★★★9 years ago

Went for a night dive, it is a shallow dive, lots of bobtail squid, pajama squid and was lucky enough to see a small headed sole. There is parking close by, it gets packed during the day. At night/afternoon it is pretty quite.

CBConnie B.
Google Maps
★★★★★2 years ago

Loved the walk to South Head and saw dolphins frolicking

FYFlo Y.
Google Maps
★★★★☆3 years ago

Small patch of grass that we walked by en route to Camp Cove. It's more like a neighborhood garden with some benches, than anything. Don't expect too much, but if you're staying in the area and need a space to sit down on some grass, this can be an option. Alternatively, head towards Hornby Lighthouse and Camp Cove beach; that's nicer.

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