Racecourse Beach

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Updated 19 May 2026

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Racecourse Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Bawley Point with an off-leash area where dogs can run along the sand.

Dog rules

Check signage for off-leash hours and boundaries. Dogs must be under effective control at all times.

At a glance

Off-leash areaAdmin team verified
Racecourse Beach, New South Wales

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

★★★★★7 months ago

One of the best beaches on the South Coast. Very good access and the beach itself is immaculately clean. The icing on the cake is that it is a dog friendly beach, with many locals making it their go-to walking beach. I have to give a shout out to Jono, a local council ranger; he was very helpful and provided us with a great insight into the council’s efforts to preserve the flora and fauna in the area.

★★★★★6 months ago

The beach is amazing . Massive waves and string current when we visited.

★★★★★6 months ago

Beautiful beach long & great for walking

★★★★1 year ago

Nice relaxing beach, not overcrowded and easy to access from accommodation, great for the family and kids

★★★★★2 years ago

Nice beach, great for sunrise/sunset walks. Accessible from Tasman holiday park.

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How we know this

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