Koonwarra Holiday Park is a budget-friendly, dog-friendly holiday park in Lakes Entrance offering practical cabins, relaxing green spaces, and easy access to local attractions—ideal for travellers seeking a simple and convenient coastal stay.
The Killer Whale Trail Lookout in Eden, is a breezy but beautiful lookout offering sweeping bay views and an easy walk, even if the whales decide not to make an appearance.
A simple, dog-friendly stop in Bega where pups can stretch their legs—just don’t expect access to the famous cheese spots nearby.
Puff Daddy Food Truck is a dog-friendly food truck in Batemans Bay serving top-notch coffee and quick bites in Batemans Bay — perfect for road-tripping hoomans and pups needing a pit stop.
Dog-friendly café in Bomaderry serving delicious coffee, fresh burgers, and flavour-packed sandwiches — the perfect stop for travellers with pups.
A fenced, medium-sized dog park in Raymond Terrace — perfect for off-leash play, sniffing adventures, and meeting other friendly dogs.
A local grab-and-go spot at Dolly’s Takeaway, Raymond Terrace, serving tasty burgers and fish & chips — perfect to take to Riverside Park for a riverside feast.
Earthborn Bowra Cafe in Nambucca heads is a no-frills café in a handy main-street spot — decent for a quick bite, but on our visit, we did miss the warm, beach-town friendly welcoming service (and a dog water bowl!).
The Big Banana in Coffs Harbour is a must-stop dog-friendly roadside icon, perfect for stretching legs, snapping photos, and grabbing a quick snack before hitting the highway again.
Visiting Ballina with your dog? The Big Prawn is a must-see roadside attraction and one of Australia’s most iconic “Big Things.” While it’s not a full outing, it’s the perfect dog-friendly photo stop to stretch legs and snap a memorable shot with your furry co-pilot.