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trail ✓ Dogs welcome, verified with City of Onkaparinga Off-leash (reported)

O'Sullivan Beach Coast Park Trail

The rules at a glance

Reported off-leash

Not confirmed with the council for this exact track. Rules can change along a trail and between council areas, so follow the signs at each section and check the council's dog map.

Verified dog-friendly with City of Onkaparinga

Mentone Parade, O'Sullivan Beach SA 5166, O'Sullivan Beach, SA 5166

Rules verified 24 September 2026

Dogs
Welcome
Where
O'Sullivan Beach, SA
Policy checked
2026-09-24

Pet policy

On lead on the shared path; the foreshore between O'Sullivan Beach and Christies Beach is a year-round off-lead dog exercise area.

The foreshore path at O'Sullivan Beach is part of the Coast Park Trail heading south towards Christies Beach. What makes it worth the drive is the beach beside it, where dogs can run off leash all year.

Leads and the beach

The City of Onkaparinga runs a year-round dog exercise area on the foreshore between O'Sullivan Beach and Christies Beach. On the built shared path itself, keep your dog on lead under the council's normal rules.

The walk

The path is sealed concrete and asphalt with wide views over Gulf St Vincent. You pass rock walls, low cliffs and the busy boat ramp area.

Taps sit near the main foreshore and the boat ramp, and bins line the path. Shade is patchy, so the trail is mostly exposed.

Free parking is available near Marine Drive and the boat ramp.

Pepsi: Save the swim for the beach section, then rinse off at a tap near the boat ramp.

Make a day of it

Walk on to Christies Beach for a drink at Annie's Cafe.

Go early or late in summer, when the open path is cooler.

Policy verified 24 September 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.

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