Dog Beach: Point Hut West (offlead)
A much-loved off-lead dog beach at Point Hut in Canberra with a 4.5 rating across 32 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Point Hut West Dog Beach sits on Point Hut Road in Canberra's south, by the Murrumbidgee River. With 32 reviews behind its 4.5 rating, it's a much-loved spot.
The appeal is a lovely off-lead spot for dogs by the river — a dog beach where your dog can run, splash and socialise off the lead, a genuine favourite for dog owners, in a lovely riverside setting. Its location makes it an easy and welcoming outing.
Dog areas and river spots have changing conditions, seasonal factors and rules, so check current details and any signage before you go. Otherwise it's a free spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring water, sun protection and keep an eye on your dog around the water.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 69
- Popularity
- 46
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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