Newcastle and the surrounding region is home to many beautiful beaches, and luckily there are some great off-leash beaches to take your dog to. Whether you’re looking for ocean beaches, harbour beaches or lake beaches, take your pick from these dog-friendly beaches in the Newcastle region. Looking for more things to do with your dog … Read more
Port Stephens is a fabulous beach holiday destination not far from Sydney. Just over 2 1/2 hours drive north from the centre of Sydney in NSW, it’s perfect for a short weekend getaway from Sydney or a longer stay. But what if you’re bringing your dog along? There’s no need to worry, as I cover … Read more
The Blue Mountains is a popular hiking destination close to Sydney. And just because you have a dog, doesn’t meant you have to miss out. While some of the most famous hikes in the region are out of bounds inside national parks, there’s still plenty of dog-friendly walks in the Blue Mountains. Take your pick … Read more
For the best tasting fruit, nothing beats eating your own freshly picked fruit from an orchard. There are many orchards around Australia that open to the public for pick-your-own days, but many orchards prohibit pet dogs from visiting. Instead, head to one of these pick-your-own orchards where your dog is welcome! #1 Nicoletti Orchards, near … Read more
If you’re planning to head to the Central Coast with your dog, you’re be happy to discover that there’s plenty of dog-friendly options available. Situated so close to Sydney on the NSW coast, the Central Coast is the ideal destination for either a dog-friendly day out or a quick getaway. Check out these dog-friendly beaches, … Read more
Looking for a fun day out with your dog around Sydney? No matter what you’re after, from dog-friendly walks to off-leash beaches to awesome dog-friendly cafes and even some unexpected surprises, I’ve got you covered with plenty of ideas for dog-friendly day trips around Sydney. All these ideas are located within a two hour drive … Read more
There’s plenty of dog-friendly walks available in the Newcastle region, perfect for exploring the area, whether along the coastline, the water’s edge or in nearby bushland reserves. To enjoy some time in the outdoors with your pup, take your pick from these wonderful dog walks around Newcastle… #1 Nobbys Lighthouse Walk Distance: 3km returnDifficulty: Easy … Read more
Megalong Valley is one of the hidden gems of the Blue Mountains. Rather than just gaze out over this valley of rolling farmland from the lookouts above, make the steep descent down into it from Blackheath for a wonderful day trip or overnight stay with your dog. Dog-Friendly Sightseeing in the Megalong Valley Top of … Read more
Just 90 minutes west of the Sydney CBD, the Blue Mountains region of NSW is a convenient and beautiful destination for a weekend getaway from Sydney. While many locations within the national park are off limits to dogs, find out about the many dog-friendly Blue Mountains lookouts, walks and more you can enjoy with your … Read more
The Southern Highlands of NSW is home to some great dog-friendly walks, no matter what you’re interested in. From short walks that show off the area’s local history and colourful trees to longer bushwalks, take your pick from these dog-friendly walks on the Southern Highlands… #1 Berrima River Walk Distance: 3.6km returnDifficulty: Easy-moderate (Unpaved path, … Read more