Dog-Friendly Surfers Paradise, Bundall, Chevron Island and Isle of Capri
The Surfers Paradise, Bundall, Chevron Island and Isle of Capri basics
Surfers Paradise isn't the first place people picture with a dog, but swing back from the beach to the river side and it gets very good. Franquin Park is one whole off-leash park with a sandy spot to swim, Gladys Moncrieff Park in Bundall is off-leash by the water, and Chevron Island has its own off-leash park. Three of the city's best-known hotels take dogs too, which makes Surfers an easy weekend away with the dog.
Park rules are checked against City of Gold Coast park pages, and venues and stays were checked on 27/10/2026. If a sign on the day disagrees, the sign wins.
Franquin Park, Surfers Paradise: off-leash with a swim
Council says the entire park is a designated off-leash area, and there's a small sandy spot near the water where dogs can splash and swim. It's a leafy park full of big old trees, overlooking Girung Island and Adams Basin. Toilets are next door at Lex Bell Park, and parking is on Gibraltar Drive. See council's Franquin Park page.
- Where: The Corso, Surfers Paradise, with parking on Gibraltar Drive
- Off-leash: the whole park, with a sandy swim spot
- Toilets: in neighbouring Lex Bell Park
Gladys Moncrieff Park, Bundall
A shady, palm-lined park overlooking Moomba Basin, and council lists it as a designated off-leash area. There are steps down towards the water, unisex toilets on site and parking along Boomerang Crescent and Allawah Street. It's right beside the Sorrento shops, so you can grab supplies on the way. Dogs stay out of the playground. See council's Gladys Moncrieff Park page.
Chevron Island Park
A small local park with shade trees, walking paths and an off-leash dog area, on Thomas Drive. Handy if you're staying on the island. See council's Chevron Island Park page.
On-lead parks and the beach
Lionel Perry Park on the Nerang River, opposite Chevron Island, has a riverside deck towards Appel Park and public toilets, and dogs are on a lead. Roma Park on Isle of Capri is on-lead too. On the beach, the stretch of Surfers Paradise from Tower 33 at Clifford Street to Tower 37 at Higman Street is a dog prohibited area at all times, and dogs must stay 200 metres from the flags. Our Gold Coast dog beaches guide has the full rules.
Coffee and a beer
Surfers has hundreds of cafes and bars, but we couldn't verify one in these suburbs that says in its own words that dogs are welcome, so we're not listing one. Elk Espresso and Banksy Bar & Kitchen in Broadbeach both welcome dogs, and they're in our Broadbeach guide.
Dog-friendly hotels in Surfers Paradise
QT Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise. QT's Pup Yeah program allows one dog per room, with dogs under 25 kg preferred and bigger dogs assessed before arrival. The first three nights carry no dog fee, then it's $40 a night. Dogs stay out of the restaurants, pool, gym and spa, and can't be left alone in the room. See QT Pup Yeah FAQs.
Address: 7 Staghorn Avenue, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Novotel Surfers Paradise. Pups in Paradise rooms are selected Deluxe rooms on level 6 with a private balcony, for dogs up to 20 kg, booked direct only. Dogs must be licensed, tagged and on a lead, never left alone, and sleep on their own bedding. A $200 cleaning charge applies for accidents or dogs on the bed. See Novotel dog-friendly rooms.
Address: corner of Surfers Paradise Boulevard and Hanlan Street, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
The Langham, Gold Coast. The Pampered Pets Staycation covers you and one dog up to 20kg, with a Langham pet bed and bowls, a daily $80 food and beverage credit and valet parking, and a $220 per night pet fee built into the package. See Langham Pampered Pets Staycation.
Address: 38 Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Worth knowing: Gold Coast Tourist Parks' own pet policy says only its Jacobs Well and Kirra Beach parks take dogs, so the Main Beach and Broadwater tourist parks are a no. For the city-wide list, see our pet friendly accommodation guide and dog-friendly caravan parks guide.
Vets nearby
The closest clinic we've verified is Vetcall Ashmore at 243 Heeb Street, Ashmore, open Monday to Friday 7:30am to 6pm and Saturday 8am to 4pm. It's in our Ashmore and Benowa guide.
After hours. Animal Emergency Service at 104 Eastlake Street, Carrara, runs overnight on weekdays (6pm to 8am) and 24 hours on weekends and public holidays. SASH Gold Coast at Robina and AEC Gold Coast at Varsity Lakes are open 24/7. See our Gold Coast vets guide.
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After the swim: salt, sand and ticks
Rinse your dog with fresh water after a swim, before the salt dries, working into the belly, armpits, paws and ears. Check for ticks after every walk, paralysis ticks included. Our ticks and snakes guide covers what to look for.
FAQs
Where can I let my dog off-leash in Surfers Paradise?
Franquin Park on The Corso is entirely off-leash, with a sandy spot for a swim. Chevron Island Park and Gladys Moncrieff Park in Bundall also have off-leash areas.
Are dogs allowed on Surfers Paradise beach?
Not between Tower 33 at Clifford Street and Tower 37 at Higman Street, which is dog prohibited at all times. Elsewhere, dogs must be on a lead and 200 metres from the flags.
Which Surfers Paradise hotels allow dogs?
QT Gold Coast (Pup Yeah), Novotel Surfers Paradise (Pups in Paradise) and The Langham (Pampered Pets Staycation) all publish dog-friendly stay policies.
Checked 27/10/2026. We're humans working from public council, park and venue sources, and rules, hours, fees and dog policies change without notice. Always check the signs on the day and confirm with the venue, park or council before you go. Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we'll fix it.
