Top Five WA Dog Beaches

In Australia, we love our dogs and this week, we bring you the top 5 dog beaches in Western Australia. Woof!

There’s nothing like getting out with your best furry mate and walking or running down the beach. Just remember, the rules for whether dogs are allowed on the beach vary across Australia. There is no blanket rule for whether dogs are allowed on a beach that applies right across Australia. The local council sets the regulations for whether dogs are allowed on a specific beach.

Dogs not only love running, but they also love swimming! Some dog breeds may prefer to dip their paws in, but others love to dive in deep.  FACT: Swimming can also be a great way for older dogs to exercise as it is a lower impact than running. 

Quinns Rocks Dog Beach. Located on Ocean Drive, the Quinns Rocks Dog Beach provides calm, sheltered waters for your dog to splash in thanks to a set of natural offshore reefs. The beach is popular with owners of small dogs, as it’s quite safe and rarely experiences hazardous or rocky conditions.

Hillarys Dog Beach. The Hillarys Animal Exercise Park and Dog Beach is a large recreational area with plenty of space for your dog to run (or splash) around in. The beach has small waves and crystal-clear water all year round. You’ll be able to let your dog off its lead on the beach, just make sure they’re under supervision at all times.

North Beach Dog Beach. Located a short stroll from the popular Flora Terrace café strip, the North Beach Dog Beach is one of Perth’s smallest dog beaches at just 500 metres long. The water here is quite shallow and calm – just be wary that you’ll need to climb down a steep rocky section if you’re accessing the beach from the end of Lawley Street (via the Flora Terrace strip).

Peasholm Dog Beach, Floreat. Nestled between the popular Scarborough and Floreat beaches, Peasholm Dog Beach (also known as the Floreat Dog Beach) is a great spot for an early morning dip, when the waves are a little smaller.

South City Beach. Much like its northern counterpart, South City Beach is a beautiful, long beach that is a favourite with families thanks to calm conditions and shallow waters. This is a particularly busy beach, so it’s only recommended for dogs who are well-behaved around other dogs.

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