Dog Exercise Areas
Foreshore
· The beach areas between the east end of Twilight Cove and Dempster Head.
· James Street Jetty and the Tanker Jetty.
· The eastern end of Castletown Quays and Bandy Creek.
Between the hours of 5am – 8am and 4pm – 8pm Daily.
Any other time dogs must be held on a leash.
Reserves
Reserve 3287 (Greater Sports Ground) provided such exercising does not conflict with any organised function being conducted within the reserve.
Reserve 3437 (old rubbish disposal site off Pink Lake Road).
It should be noted that although leashes are not required in these areas, the person exercising the dog must be capable of controlling it and have a leash in hand.
Public Land outside the Townsite Boundary
Restrictions relating to the leashing of dogs apply within the townsite of Esperance only and not remote areas to which the public have access unless signs are erected specifically indicating otherwise.
Dog Prohibited areas
National Parks
Dogs are not allowed in National Parks.
The Department of Environment and Conservation has its own rules. Dog owners should be aware of these requirements before entering National Parks or land reserved for protection of Flora and Fauna.
Twilight Beach
Dogs are prohibited in the area from the headland at Twilight Beach to the rocks to the east of the Surf Lifesaving Club.
Monjingup Lake Nature Reserve
Dogs are prohibited from both Stage 1 and 2 reserves.
Please Consider Other People's Rights:
Pedestrians, joggers, cyclists and non-dog owners are entitled to use paths and parks safely. A wandering dog is a danger to motorists. Beachgoers should be able to relax without being disturbed by uncontrolled dogs. Please be aware that continual barking affects shift workers.
