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Fingal Bay Foreshore Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 19 May 2026

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Fingal Bay Foreshore Reserve is a dog-friendly park in Fingal Bay with an off-leash area where your pup can stretch their legs. Just 650m away, Cellar Cafe Fingal Bay is a nearby spot to stop in after your walk.

Dog rules

Designated off-leash dog exercise area. Dogs permitted off-leash at all times. Dogs must be accompanied, supervised, and controllable without a leash. Dangerous and restricted breeds not permitted. Dog owners must remove all dog faeces. Source: Port Stephens Council – Dog Parks (portstephens.nsw.gov.au/services/dog-parks)

At a glance

Off-leash areaAdmin team verified
Parking nearbyFrom reviews
5 Marine Dr, Fingal Bay NSW 2315
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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.
  • 🧱No confirmed fencing — keep your dog on lead if unsure.

What people say

HSHenry S.
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★★★★★7 months ago

Great beach, but not dog friendly any more

TTTomo T.
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★★★☆☆1 year ago

Nice spot. Not sure if the council is hard up but you cannot escape paid parking anywhere close to a Beach up here. I can understand weekends but week days. Come on Mate.

DMDuncan M.
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★★★★★2 years ago

Nice walk along the shore, dotted with benches, a playground, and a Cafe

SCShannon C.
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★★★★★3 years ago

Yes Fingal Bay Beach ⛱️ 🙌 for a swimm and take the Kids it's called Kiddys 😀 😉 👍 corner it's nice and safe to take the Kids it's close to the local Fingal Bay shops there is nice take away shops 😀 and a bottleo.

MMMJ M.
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★★★★☆3 years ago

Fingal beach and Fingal spit worth visiting especially for the sunset.

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5 Marine Dr, Fingal Bay NSW 2315
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