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Windmill Hill Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 24 May 2026

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Windmill Hill Reserve is a top-rated dog-friendly park in Port Macquarie where dogs are welcome on lead. You'll find shaded space nearby.

Dog rules

Dogs are welcome on-leash. Under the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Dogs in Public Open Spaces Policy, dogs must be kept on-leash and under effective control in public parks and reserves, except in designated off-leash areas. Dogs must be kept at least 10 metres away from children's playgrounds.

At a glance

On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
Shade availableFrom reviews
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Pacific Dr, Port Macquarie NSW 2444
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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

CCCherie C.
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★★★★★3 years ago

Lovely view. Nice amount of shade and sun for all year use. The area is well maintained.

MMMichael M.
Google Maps
★★★★☆4 years ago

Lovely secluded protected spot along the Coastal Walk. Plenty of shade and tables to sit down and relax at. There is also an outdoor workout station nearby as well. The Reserve is also home to the artwork “Folly”, pictures are in the review upload.

GVGail V.
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★★★★★6 years ago

Perfect for whale watching. My go to spot. Nice rock pools down amongst rocks, just becareful taking the cliff track down, not for the faint hearted. You might see, the odd brown shake in Summer. They usually hear you first, so dont freak out. Rock pools are private. Magic Sun Rise, picture perfect.

DNDai N.
Google Maps
★★★★★7 years ago

Beautiful stretch of coastline on the south side of Port Macquarie. What you can't see in the photos is the ephemeral eruptions of white water caused by migrating whales.

ASAiken S.
Google Maps
★★★★★7 years ago

Nice place to sit have food

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