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Fairy Meadow Beach Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 19 May 2026

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Fairy Meadow Beach Reserve is a dog-friendly beach with off-leash access for dogs. Thomas Dalton Park is also around 300 metres away — a good spot to dry off after a swim.

Dog rules

On-leash orange zone beach. Dogs are allowed on-leash at set times only. In summer (September school holidays to Anzac Day): before 9am and after 6pm. In winter (rest of year): before 9am and after 4pm. Dogs must stay on a leash at all times. Source: Wollongong City Council – Dog Beaches and Parks (wollongong.nsw.gov.au/places/dog-beaches-and-parks)

At a glance

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Elliotts Rd, Fairy Meadow NSW 2519, Australia
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Nearby dog-friendly spots

Parks

Puckeys Estate Reserve
250m
Confirmed
Thomas Dalton Park
300m
Confirmed
North Dalton Park
650m
Confirmed

Beaches

Corrimal Beach
1.9km
Confirmed
Puckey's Beach
100m
Fairy Meadow Beach
800m
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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

LALee A.
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★★★★☆9 months ago

Lovely family beach just up from the busy nth beach in Wollongong and not as crowded. Nice grass area with playground and tables. Perfect for lunch time.

HJHeather J.
Google Maps
★★★★☆2 years ago

It's a good walk. The only thing is that it can be super busy and people don't move or run you over on bikes.

VLV L.
Google Maps
★★★★★5 years ago

Love it. Less crowd. Nice fresh air. Beautiful beach.

JSJerry S.
Google Maps
★★★★★6 years ago

Great playground by Puckey Beach

LCLaylah C.
Google Maps
★★★☆☆7 years ago

It's a lot quieter than other beaches in Wollongong and always nice to visit.

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Elliotts Rd, Fairy Meadow NSW 2519, Australia
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