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Shelly Park

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 25 May 2026

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Shelly Park is a dog-friendly park in Cronulla. Just 100m away, The Nuns' Pool is a nearby spot to stop in after your walk.

Dog rules

Dogs are permitted on-leash at Shelly Park. Sutherland Shire Council requires dogs on-leash at all times in public reserves and spaces unless within a designated off-leash area.

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70-110 Ewos Parade, Cronulla NSW 2230
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Before you go

  • 💧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

NCNerine C.
Google Maps
★★★★★1 year ago

Shelly Park is a large park adjacent to the Esplanade Walkway on the Cronulla Peninsula. This is a fantastic park to come to for a BBQ in Cronulla. It’s very wheelchair friendly with the rock pool having a ramp to push the chair into the water which is fantastic. We have taken advantage of this many a time. There’s quite a bit of street parking but this can fill very quickly as this park is so popular. The BBQ, chairs and tables are first come, first served. The toilet amenities are really good and there’s a wonderful walking track along the water. There’s very good shower/changing room facilities for people after swimming on the beach or the pool. There’s also a very good fenced children’s playground, complete with a swing for wheelchairs. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash and are prohibited within 10 metres of the fenced playground. There is a kiosk and a restaurant across the road. We use this park a lot because it’s soo convenient. We love it. Thumbs Up!! 😊😊👍👍

DVDana V.
Google Maps
★★★★★4 months ago

This is seriously a great ocean pool. Perhaps my second go-to after Mahon Pool. I like that it has a lovely grass area to sit and relax. Good little coffee shop a short distance away too. Always difficult to find parking being Cronulla but the pool is worth a visit.

ASAvish S.
Google Maps
★★★★★7 months ago

So beautiful here. We have visited every major beach and park on the Sydney coastline over the years. This one at South Cronulla rates as the best. Food and shops nearby. Public amenities. A rock pool for swimming. Seals, whales and dolphins visit here.

CFCarola F.
Google Maps
★★★★★4 months ago

Beautiful place to walk, explore, or just sit and chill out.

MSMelody S.
Google Maps
★★★★★7 months ago

Great park the shelly beach pool is clean and the atmosphere is amazing. Highly recommend the beach yoga if you are visiting the area! 🌸

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70-110 Ewos Parade, Cronulla NSW 2230
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