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Emerald Beach

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 14 Apr 2026

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Emerald Beach is a pretty coastal beach on the Coffs Coast with a split-zone arrangement for dogs. Dogs are allowed off-leash north of Fiddamans Creek, and are prohibited on the southern end, so it is worth checking the on-site signage for the zone boundaries. The northern sand gives room for a run and a swim. A relaxed beach with an off-leash northern zone.

Dog rules

Split-zone beach. Dogs are allowed off-leash north of Fiddamans Creek. Dogs are prohibited on the southern end of Emerald Beach. Check on-site signage for zone boundaries. (Source: City of Coffs Harbour — Dogs in Public Places, coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au.)

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Emerald Beach, New South Wales, Australia
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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

DDaniele
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★★★★★7 years ago

This place is full of magic. I don't know from where I could start to describe it. From this beach is possible to see very beautiful and colorful sunsets. If you go to this beach I suggest you to take a walk until the headland situated on the right side of the beach from where is possible to see a very nice view. The beach is quiet big, the waves are good enough for surfing and are not very strong. I recommend this beach for beginners in surfing. There is a toilet and a big car park. Being the beach you can find many nice shops and restaurants.

CBCindy B.
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★★★★☆5 months ago

Beautiful family beach that is lifesaver patrolled in school holidays, so swim between the flags

SCSnowy C.
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★★★★★8 months ago

Absolutely beautiful my camera doesn't capture how green the water is with a background of blue also love it.

ISIlya S.
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★★★★★9 months ago

Saw kangaroos near here at the headlands. Also at night the moonlight and waves were something magical. Australia, you have my heart 🧡 🦘 🌊

NFNatalie F.
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★★★★★3 years ago

Absolutely stunning view from the hill on top of the head lands. Was nice to see a mob of kangaroos hanging out up there

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