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title: "Dog-friendly beaches in North Shore (1)"
description: "Beaches in North Shore where dogs are allowed – designated dog beaches and stretches where your dog can come along."
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# Dog-friendly beaches in North Shore

_North Shore · New Zealand_

Beaches in North Shore where dogs are allowed – designated dog beaches and stretches where your dog can come along.

Map: https://maps.dog/en#13/-36.7913/174.7758

## Dog-friendly beaches in North Shore (1)

- [Saint Leonards Beach](https://maps.dog/en/place/saint-leonards-beach-north-shore-8ccd9a) — Beach · North Shore. Off-leash.

## Other categories

- [Dog parks](https://maps.dog/en/guides/new-zealand/north-shore/dog-parks) — 1
- [Parks & nature](https://maps.dog/en/guides/new-zealand/north-shore/parks) — 4
- [Shops](https://maps.dog/en/guides/new-zealand/north-shore/shops) — 4
- [Vets](https://maps.dog/en/guides/new-zealand/north-shore/vets) — 10
- [Places](https://maps.dog/en/guides/new-zealand/north-shore/other) — 4

## FAQ

### Where can my dog go off-leash in North Shore?

Off-leash is allowed for example at: Saint Leonards Beach. Check the signs on site, rules can change.

### How up to date is this?

The base data comes from OpenStreetMap and from dog owners who add places. Every review updates the info on dogs inside, water bowls and leashes. If something changed, report it on the place's page.

### My favourite place in North Shore is missing – can I add it?

Yes. Open the map, tap “Add a place” and drop the pin on it. After a quick review everyone can see it.

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