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Nobbys Beach

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Updated 24 May 2026

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Nobbys Beach is a 24/7 off-leash dog beach in a sheltered cove in Port Macquarie. The setting feels tucked away and the local community is welcoming. Drinking water and parking are available. Dogs must stay off Shelly Beach to the south.

Dog rules

Dogs are permitted off-leash 24/7 on Nobbys Beach, Port Macquarie. Dogs must remain off Shelly Beach to the south, where they are prohibited.

At a glance

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71 Pacific Dr, Port Macquarie NSW 2444
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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

JLJess L.
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★★★★★1 year ago

Beautiful off-leash dog beach! Nice, secluded little cove. Everyone we met was very understanding of our little guy (born and raised inland) being overexcited on his first beach trip. People are responsible about picking up after their dogs, and there's a beautiful toy library at the top of the entrance stairs for your dog to choose a toy from while you're visiting the beach. Absolutely can't wait to go back again.

STScott T.
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★★★★☆3 years ago

My favourite beach for a swim. Also an "off leash" dog exercise area which is both a plus and a minus. Limited parking at the bottom of the access road Kenny Drive - complicated by people who ignore the marked carparks and turn the road into one lane creating traffic chaos at times. Grrr. Adequate carparking up on the main road. A track winds up to the top of the headland and rock fishing can also be undertaken with some care. Part of the coastal walk that extends from in the CBD to the lighthouse.

JHJeremy H.
Google Maps
★★★★★7 years ago

Lovely dog beach with parking and steps down to the beach. The nearby lookout has great views.

MGMia G.
Google Maps
★★★★★2 years ago

Fantastic off-lead dog-beach with lovely, friendly locals of both the canine and human kind. Artemis & I enjoyed our visit here

MAMalay A.
Google Maps
★★★★★11 months ago

This is another beautiful beach in Port Macquarie, past Flynns beach. We visited this place after Flynns beach during our road trip stopover at Port Macquarie. It was windy, wet weather and the beach was secluded during that time.

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71 Pacific Dr, Port Macquarie NSW 2444
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