Dutchmans Beach Reserve
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Dutchmans Beach Reserve is a highly rated dog-friendly park in Nelson Bay where dogs are welcome on lead. You'll find shade, parking, and toilets, making it an easy spot for a longer outing.
Dog rules
All Council reserves that are not off-lead or prohibited are dog on-lead areas. Dogs must be under the effective control of a competent person by means of an adequate chain or leash at all times. You are not permitted to walk more than 4 dogs at any one time. Dog owners must remove all dog faeces — fines of $275 apply. Source: Port Stephens Council – Dog Parks (portstephens.nsw.gov.au/services/dog-parks)
At a glance
On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
Shade availableFrom reviews
BinsFrom reviews
Sandy surfaceFrom reviews
Parking nearbyFrom reviews
Toilets nearbyFrom reviews
1 Burbong St, Nelson Bay NSW 2315
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
★★★★★10 months ago
Fantastic playground. Two swings, two slides, small flying fox, tunnel, balance course and small bridge. We'll maintained. Includes two BBQs, four tables + chairs, one of which is sheltered. Includes bins, benches and some natural shade. The playground is right on the walking path between Nelson Bay and Soldiers Point. Plus it has the most amazing view of Dutchies Beach. It's right next to an adult work out station. Only negative is that toilets are a decent walk, over at Bagnalls Beach.
★★★★★2 years ago
Hidden paradise :). We’ve been visiting Port Stephens for 25 years and never been to this oasis. We stumbled across it yesterday. Crystal clear water and plenty of shady spots under a tree plus dozens of picnic tables. Public toilets and a small car park make this a spot we’re sure to revisit on our next trip to Nelson Bay.
★★★★★2 years ago
Wonderful small paradise beach! Parking right above the beach, playground, trees to hide. Just amazing!
★★★★★11 months ago
We love this place, but PLEASE be careful of the kookaburras, they have been very cheeky/naughty. They literally took the food out of my hand, which was near my mouth, and hit my cheek with their wing, that's how close it was. Not once, but twice, and you can't shoo them away, they will stand their ground and won't move. I'm more concerned about parents with young children eating.
★★★★★2 years ago
One of our favourite beaches. Private, crystal clear water and plenty of shady spots on the beach if you need it. The narrow strip of sand allows you to almost have your feet in the water while sunbathing and it’s lovely to be so close to the sound of the gentle lap of the waves.
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