The coastal villages of Wooli and Minnie Water on the NSW North Coast are very pet-friendly holiday destinations. Nobody likes to leave their beloved family pet at home, so take them with you!
Use the information below to plan a holiday with your dog or other small pet in Wooli or Minnie Water.
Although pets are not permitted in the National Park, the area offers pet-friendly accommodation in both villages and areas to exercise your dog both on and off leash.
Dog walking areas in Wooli & Minnie Water (on leash)
As a general rule, if dogs are on a lead and under effective control, they are permitted in all public areas, except for the areas listed below and unless otherwise directed by local signage. Please always read dog signage because different terms apply to each area.
Dog friendly beaches (on leash only)
Dogs on leash are allowed on Minnie Water Main Beach and Wooli Main Beach (excluding areas within the surf lifesaving flags). In Diggers Camp, dogs on leash are only allowed on the main beach under the headland.
Off leash dog exercise area in Wooli
Every dog loves to run free. Dogs can be exercised off leash at the Centenary Community Reserve, commonly known as the Wooli Oval (where you’ll see a sign advertising the annual Goanna Pulling Championships). Dogs are not allowed on the Oval when it’s in use by a school or sporting group.
Where dogs are NOT allowed
Dogs and other pets are NOT allowed:
- anywhere in Yuraygir National Park
- in playground areas
- in food preparation areas
Pet-friendly accommodation
Wooli and Minnie Water have plenty of pet-friendly holiday accommodation, particularly when it comes to small to medium-sized dogs.
At most pet-friendly properties, dogs are allowed to be kept on the veranda and in the yard, but usually not inside the house, cabin or apartment.
Want to bring your cat, rabbit, turtle, or any other type of pet animal? Simply contact the accommodation provider or letting agent to discuss what’s allowed.
Each property may have its own rules and regulations regarding pets at the accommodation, so make sure you check and understand these before you book.
Some of the pet-friendly accommodation providers in Wooli:
- Holiday park: Solitary Island Marine Park Resort
(Pets not permitted during school holidays and long weekends) - Apartments: Wooli Serviced Apartments
- 30+ pet-friendly holiday houses in Wooli, Minnie Water & Diggers Camp: Awhimaway Holiday Letting Agents
Pet Services Directory
Veterinarians
- Clarence Valley Vet Clinic
123 Pound Street, Grafton
Ph: (02) 6642 4224
A/H: 0427 057 329 - Grafton Veterinary Clinic
128 Bacon Street, Grafton
Ph: (02) 6642 3681
A/H: (02) 6642 7442 - Riverbank Animal Hospital
60 Through St, South Grafton
Ph: (02) 6642 3083 A/H: (02) 6643 1700
Boarding kennels
- Clarenza Bed ‘N’ Bones
104 Four Mile Lane, Clarenza (via Grafton)
Ph: (02) 6642 4305 - Grafton Kennels & Cattery
201 Four Mile Lane, Clarenza (via Grafton)
Ph: (02) 6642 2773 - Kemoa Boarding Kennels
4 Calligans Creek Road, Ulmarra
Ph: (02) 6644 5365
Pet shops
- Fish Scales & Furry Tails Pet & Aquarium Supplies
83 Prince Street, Grafton
Ph: (02) 6643 3854 - Craig’s Birdplace & Pet Shop
99 Skinner Street, South Grafton
Ph: (02) 6642 5369
Pet care, clipping & grooming
- Hair Off The Dog
173 Alice Street, Grafton
Ph: (02) 6643 1364 - The Naked Hound
127 Prince Street, Grafton
Ph: (02) 6642 8566 - Sudz in a Tub
Mobile Dog Wash
Ph: 0402 917 545
Brochure: Holidaying with Pets
For more information about taking your pet on holiday in our region, please refer to this brochure: