Dog-friendly parks in Kiama

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28 parks • 28 dog-friendly

Discover parks where dogs are welcome, including fenced areas, off-leash spaces, and shaded walking areas.

28 parks · 28 dog-friendly

Confirmed dog-friendly

Dogs are welcome — some venues may have conditions

Bonaira Native Gardens

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Bonaira Native Gardens is an on-leash walking trail through native bushland in Kiama. The sealed track has a gentle incline for part of the route, with benches along the way and grassed areas for picnicking. Dogs must stay on the perimeter footpaths. The shade and native plantings make it a pleasant walk even on warm days.

On-leash areaShade available

Bombo Beach Reserve

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Bombo Beach Reserve is a dog-friendly beach near Kiama where dogs can run off-leash on the sand. Off-leash access applies to the centre of the beach from sunrise to sunset, with dogs on-leash to get there. There is parking, shade and BBQ facilities nearby, and the open beach gives dogs room for a good run and a play. A relaxed coastal spot for an off-leash beach walk.

Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availablePoop bags available+3

Kaleula Head

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Kaleula Head is an off-leash headland at Kiama with sweeping 270-degree ocean views to the north, east and south. Dogs can run off-leash here under effective control, and the grassed headland is a fine spot to take in the outlook while they stretch their legs. It is a scenic, breezy place for an off-leash walk. A standout spot for a run with a view.

On-leash areaGrass areas

Hindmarsh Park

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Hindmarsh Park is a central park in Kiama with a playground, shade, BBQ facilities and accessible paths. Dogs are welcome on-leash on the perimeter footpaths only, under the local rule that keeps dogs out of park interiors. It is a handy spot for a quick break, with plenty of grass nearby for the kids. A simple on-leash stop in town.

On-leash areaDrinking waterShade availableBins+3

Kiama Harbour Park

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Kiama Harbour Park is a grassed park by the water at Kiama, with shade, a playground and a relaxed harbourside feel. Dogs are welcome on-leash on the perimeter footpaths only, under the local rule that keeps dogs out of park interiors and off the beaches. It is a pleasant spot for a walk along the edge near Black Beach. A scenic on-leash stop by the harbour.

On-leash areaShade availableBinsGrass areas+1

Black Beach Reserve

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Dog-friendly park in Kiama where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaGrass areasToilets nearby

Kiama Beach Walk

Walk•Kiama

Confirmed

Walk•Kiama

Dog-friendly park where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash area

Saddleback Mountain Lookout - Northern Viewing Platform

Lookout•Kiama

Confirmed

Lookout•Kiama

Dog-friendly park in Kiama where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaWheelchair accessible

Kiama Lighthouse

Historic site•Kiama

Confirmed

Historic site•Kiama

Dog-friendly park where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaBinsSandy surfaceParking nearby

Seven Mile Beach National Park

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Dog-friendly park in Kiama where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaSandy surfaceParking nearbyToilets nearby

BIG4 Easts Beach Holiday Park

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Dog-friendly park in Kiama where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaSandy surfaceToilets nearby

Kiama Farmers Market

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Dog-friendly park where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash area

Chapman Point Reserve

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Dog-friendly park in Kiama where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaToilets nearby

Church Point

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Dog-friendly park in Kiama where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash area

Kiama Rotary Park

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Dog-friendly park where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaShade availableParking nearby

Peace Park

Park•Kiama

Confirmed

Park•Kiama

Dog-friendly park in Kiama where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaShade availableSeating available

Frequently asked questions

How are venues ordered?

By default, venues are sorted by access confidence. Confirmed venues appear first — these have the strongest evidence that dogs are welcome. Likely venues follow, then unknown. Within each group, venues are ordered by their Dog Happiness Score. You can also sort alphabetically by suburb or venue name.

Are dogs allowed in parks in Kiama?

Dogs are allowed in 28 confirmed dog-friendly parks in Kiama. Dog access varies between venues. We recommend checking the individual venue page — and confirming directly with the venue before a special trip, as policies can change.

How does Dog Happiness decide if a venue is dog-friendly?

We check council regulations, venue websites and FAQ pages, and community reviews. Council and venue-operator sources carry the most weight. Where confirmed or clearly identified, we show the access status and any conditions that apply. Access information is based on the best evidence available and may not always reflect the latest changes.

What do Confirmed, Likely, and Unknown mean?

Confirmed means we have strong evidence — typically from a council source, venue website, or consistent community reports — that dogs are welcome. Conditions may still apply. Likely means positive signals suggest dogs are welcome, but we haven’t found official confirmation yet. Unknown means we don’t have enough evidence yet. It doesn’t mean dogs aren’t welcome — just that we haven’t been able to verify.

Can venue dog policies change?

Yes. Venue policies can change at any time — especially at pubs, cafés, and other hospitality venues. A venue that was dog-friendly last month may have changed its policy. We update our information regularly, but we always recommend checking directly with the venue if you’re planning a special trip.