Top Dog Spots in the Southern Forests & Valleys
Exploring the Southern Forests & Valleys with your furry friend is an adventure like no other! From the serene beauty of Balingup’s Golden Valley Tree Park to the artistic charm of Bridgetown’s Riverside Markets, there’s a myriad of dog-friendly spots where you and your pup can soak in the region’s natural and cultural wonders.
Take a scenic drive along the Blackwood River Tourist Drive, where your dog can enjoy the ride as much as the stunning views. Wander through Boyup Brook’s town walk trails to discover local wildflowers and bird species, or let your dog stretch their legs in Sandakan Park. Whether you’re paddling in the river at Bridgetown’s River Walk, exploring the historic sites of Pemberton, or beachcombing at Windy Harbour, the Southern Forests & Valleys offer endless opportunities for you and your dog to connect with nature and the local community.
Balingup
- Golden Valley Tree Park – Dogs on Lead
- Racecourse Flora Reserve – Dogs on Lead
- Blackwood River Tourist Drive – Take your dog for a car ride whilst enjoying scenery and local stop offs
- Click here for exercise map areas
Boyup Brook
- Visitor Centre Collections and Little Art Gallery – Dog bowl and place to tie dog on lead outside
- Town Walk trails to discover local wildflowers, bird species and wildlife of Boyup Brook
- Self-directed tour drives
- Sandakan Park – Free BBQ, gazebo and tables, skate park, playground, toilets, sculptors.
- Music Park – Situated on the riverside in Jackson Street on the way to the Flax Mill Caravan Park the Music Park offers picnic table; water; large open spaces and outdoor gym equipment. This facility is a designated dog exercise area together with the nearby oval.
Bridgetown
- All trails (Walk, Art and Heritage) in the area are dog friendly (on lead). The River Walk is easily accessible and has some good spots for a paddle in the river.
- Choose a café along the main street, or head to the cool gardens at The Cidery – all are dog friendly.
- Bridgetown Riverside Markets are on alternate weekends and provide a smorgasbord of sniffs for dogs (and their owners!)
- Bridgetown Kennels offer day (or extended) care if you need to go exploring in National Parks https://www.bridgetownkennels.com.au/
- The Bridgetown-Greenbushes Visitor Centre has a list of dog friendly accommodation options. Call us on 9761 1740.
Designated dog exercise areas, follow the link to view the map; - Bridgetown Sports Ground
- Dorothy Scott Reserve
- Memorial Park
- Somme Creek Parklands
- Bridgetown & Greenbushes Dog Exercise Areas Combined
Greenbushes
- Greenbushes Pool – Dogs on lead
- The Mine Lookout and the natural swimming hole in Greenbushes also offer entertainment for dogs and their owners!
- The Bridgetown-Greenbushes Visitor Centre has a list of dog friendly accommodation options. Call us on 9761 1740.
Designated dog exercise areas, follow the link to view the map; - Greenbushes Sports Ground
- Bridgetown & Greenbushes Dog Exercise Areas Combined
Manjimup
- Manjimup Heritage Park – Dogs on lead
- One Tree Bridge Area – Dogs on lead allowed in some areas
- King Jarrah – Dogs allowed in some areas and must remain on a leash
- Local cafe and pubs – Dogs on lead
- Click here for dog exercise areas
Nannup
- Glenoran Pool – Dogs on lead
- Sues Bridge – Dogs on leads
- Wrights Bridge – Dogs on leads
- Four Aces – Dogs on leads
- Greens Island – Dogs allowed
- Foreshore Park – Dog exercise area
Northcliffe
- Visit the Northcliffe Recreation Ground to give your dog a run (authorised dog exercise area).
- Northcliffe Forest Park
- Explore Moons Crossing in the state forest
- Brockman Sawpits
- Camp with your dog at Northcliffe Bush Camp or the Northcliffe caravan park (new owners, new name change in 2 weeks!)
- Click here for dog exercise areas
Pemberton
- Big Brook Dam and Pemberton Pool
- (Dogs are NOT allowed on the swimming beach at the Dam)
- Pemberton Tramway
- Southern Forests Chocolate Company
- Crossings Bakery
- Lost Lake Winery and Hidden River Estate – Dogs must be kept on a leash and always kept under control.
- 100 Year Forest
- Click here for dog exercise areas
- The Pemberton Visitor Centre has a list of dog friendly accommodation options. Call us on 9776 1133.
Quinninup
Walpole
- Horseyard Hill Trail is pet friendly
- Pioneer Park is pet friendly (on leash)
- Walk between the Jetty’s is pet friendly (on leash)
- Town Oval is pet friendly, if a pet is a ‘call back on command’ can be off leash
- Peaceful Bay has a pet friendly beach
- Click here for dog exercise areas
Windy Harbour
- Windy Harbour Beach (East of the Boat Ramp to the D’Entrecasteaux National Park boundary)
- Windy Harbour Settlement (dogs are not allowed in the camping ground)
- Wander through the Windy Harbour settlement to discover the quirky hut names (dogs on leash)
- Beachcombing with your best mate on the beach at Windy Harbour from the boat ramp east to the boundary of the D’Entrecasteaux National Park
- Click here for dog exercise areas
National Parks
Looking to bring your pet to a National Park find out best information here: https://exploreparks.dbca.wa.gov.au/pets-parks
Please keep in mind that not every picturesque spot in the Southern Forests & Valleys is suitable for dogs. Many national parks have restrictions on pets to protect the native wildlife. To ensure both you and your furry friend have a stress-free experience, stick to designated dog-friendly areas, or visit a local Visitor Centre for recommendations on where your pup is welcome.