Foreshore dog off-leash areas in Brisbane

Brisbane's foreshore (the area between the high and low tide mark) is part of the Moreton Bay Marine Park and provides important habitat for shorebirds. It is also a popular recreation space enjoyed by the community.

Foreshore dog off-leash areas

Council is creating more to see and do in a clean and green Brisbane by making our city liveable and sustainable for future generations. Council’s foreshore dog off-leash areas include:

  • Manly Foreshore Dog Off-leash Area - the beach area at the end of Davenport Drive, between the southern rock wall and the northern rock wall
  • Sandgate Foreshore Dog Off-leash Area - between the stairs to the foreshore located near the corner of Flinders Parade and Second Avenue and the corner of Park Parade and Zeehan Street at Shorncliffe.

There is also a dog off-leash and swimming area along Kedron Brook which adjoins Tuckeroo Park, 1553 Nudgee Road, Nudgee Beach.

Dogs must be on a leash outside these off-leash areas. There is onsite signage at the entrance points to these off-leash areas. Make sure you check signage and site maps.

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Benefits

The project delivers designated dog off-leash areas on the foreshore, creating an opportunity to:

  • protect environmental values, including migratory shorebirds and their habitat
  • engage the community about the importance of conserving migratory shorebirds and their habitat
  • provide opportunities for the community to walk their dogs off-leash in established areas on the foreshore
  • ensure dogs are on-leash outside of designated off-leash areas
  • engage the community about the location of dog on-leash and off-leash areas and the importance of good dog behaviour
  • maintain recreational opportunities.

Good dog behaviour in off-leash areas

Being able to control your dog in off-leash areas is essential for the safety and enjoyment of all users of these shared spaces. This includes people, other dogs, and wildlife.

Watch this short video to learn tips for preparing and controlling your dog in foreshore dog off-leash areas.

Dog off-leash compliance

Dogs must be on a leash outside these off-leash areas. There is onsite signage at the entrance points to these off-leash areas. Make sure you check signage and site maps.

Council will continue to patrol these areas and provide further information to the public. This will ensure that these areas are safe and accessible for all users of the foreshore area and along Kedron Brook at Nudgee Beach.

Dog off-leash areas in Brisbane

Across the city there are over 160 dog off-leash areas, providing many health benefits for both dogs and their owners.

For more information about dog off-leash areas in Brisbane, visit Council’s dog off-leash areas page and search for a park near you. 

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