Dixon Park
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Dixon Park sits above Dixon Park Beach in Merewether with sea views, sheltered picnic tables, electric BBQs, and a playground. A footpath leads down to the beach below, where visitors mention natural rock pools and free cold showers. The kiosk sits near the carpark; toilets are about a 50-metre walk up the slope.
In the park itself, dogs can be off-leash between sunrise and 9am, and again from 5pm to sunset — leashes apply outside those hours. The Memorial Walk and the 10-metre zone around the playground are dog-free at all times. Merewether Beach and Dixon Park Beach are confirmed dog-friendly nearby — but check each venue's specific rules, which differ from the park's.
Dog rules
Designated leash-free area (time-restricted). Dogs are permitted off-leash between sunrise and 9am, and between 5pm and sunset only. Dogs must be accompanied, supervised, and controllable without a leash. Dangerous, aggressive, and restricted breeds are not permitted. Dog owners must remove all dog faeces. Dogs are not permitted on the Memorial Walk or within 10 metres of a playground. Source: City of Newcastle – Leash Free Areas (newcastle.nsw.gov.au/living/residents/pets-and-animals/leash-free-areas)
At a glance
On & off-leash zonesVenue website
Shade availableVenue website
Grassy areaVenue website
BBQsVenue website
Ocean St, Merewether NSW 2291
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Beaches
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
★★★★★3 years ago
A great place to go for a walk and de-stress. Has a playground, plenty of tables and an off the leash area for dogs, a cafe and and an incredible view of the coast.
★★★★★11 months ago
Another beautiful Newcastle beach! Kiosk, toilet and shower facilities available, good parking. Lovely covered picnic tables etc.
★★★★★4 years ago
Absolutely beautiful! Lots of benches and tables for dinning, toilet facilities, natural pools along the cast and a long walking trails. Lovely for exercising after a heavy meal 😋.
★★★★★7 months ago
Great little spot by the sea with good sheltered tables and seating with electric BBQs and playground for the kids. Bathrooms are a bit far for some with a about a 50 metre walk up the slope
★★★★★2 years ago
Easy access, great views from the car park. Walk from here down to the beach or along the footpath. Free cold showers after you swim is a bonus
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