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Fossil Beach Dog Off Leash Area

630 Esplanade, Mornington, VIC

4(157 reviews)

Fossil Beach Dog Off Leash Area in Australia is a picturesque coastal destination for dog owners, offering a rugged and natural environment. The area is characterized by its extensive rocky and pebbly shoreline, interspersed with sandy patches and calm, clear waters ideal for dogs that enjoy swimming. The terrain is varied, featuring flat beach areas, sloped hillsides, and dirt trails winding through dense coastal vegetation which provides natural shade. While the beach itself is an open, unfenced space, it offers a large area for off-leash exploration. Nearby amenities include a children's playground with woodchip surfacing and colorful equipment, as well as iconic beach huts along the waterfront. The ground surfaces are diverse, ranging from natural rock and sand to grass and dirt paths. There are no dedicated fenced enclosures or specialized dog agility equipment visible, emphasizing its status as a natural off-leash coastal area rather than a structured urban dog park. Benches are available in some of the grassy sections overlooking the water, contributing to a relaxed and scenic atmosphere for both pets and their owners.

Essential Features

Fencing

Not Fenced

Water

Available

Off-Leash

24/7 Off-Leash

Shade

Available

Separate Areas

Single Area

Lighting

No Lighting

Amenities

Toilets

Not Available

Parking

Street Only

Bins

Not Available

Seating

Benches Available

Poop Bags

Bring Your Own

Agility Equipment

Not Available

Terrain & Features

Surface

Grass

Size

Large/Spacious

Terrain

Sloped/Hilly

Puppy Friendly

All Ages

Type

Outdoor

Additional Amenities

Playground

Opening Hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
Friday(Today)Open 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

Reviews

10 reviews
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Laura C.16 May 2025
5/5

Amazing rocks and we found some fossilised coral

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Harry H.16 May 2025
5/5

Lovely stretch of beach to walk your dog and a walk in general.

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Tonja R.15 Feb 2025
4/5

Rated 4 stars

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Sandi G.15 Feb 2025
4/5

Park out on the main road walk in the rough the track. Head left and look for stairs. It is a steep set of stairs and not accessible in any way shape or form. To get to this beach you need to be able to get up and down the many steps and be …

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Kate S.15 Feb 2025
1/5

This beach has no sand, only rocks. Very difficult for people and dogs alike to walk on, very difficult to swim here also due to the rocks.

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Kavita B.17 Nov 2024
2/5

No fossils here

D
Deloris G.15 June 2024
5/5

very clean and good for small dogs, my furbabies love it here

H
Harinder M.15 June 2024
5/5

Good

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Tony T.15 June 2024
4/5

Many years of beach combing experience here.

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nick K.15 June 2024
3/5

Nice place but no sand just a lot of rocks