Ballinger Beach, also known by locals as Currimundi Dog Beach, is a stunning and expansive beach that is particularly popular among dog owners. The beach extends quite a distance, with the dog walking zone alone spanning 1.5 kilometers, making for a good return walk of 3 kilometers. It is best visited at low tide.
The beach is dog-friendly, allowing dogs to be off-leash along the beach and on-leash off the beach. There are also facilities available to wash dogs after their beach fun. During peak hours, there are plenty of dogs for socialisation, and most owners are diligent about cleaning up after their pets.
In terms of amenities, Ballinger Beach is well-equipped with good parking and facilities. It is also conveniently located near cafes. Occasionally, a mobile coffee truck can be found in the carpark.
Ballinger Beach amenities include parking.
Best restaurants near Ballinger Beach include Yum.Wasabi, Nick's Pizza Co, The Sanctuary Cafe Dicky Beach, Love You Long Thai and Clancy's Beachside Takeaway.
Visitor reviews highlight the beach's expansive and stunning landscape that is dog-friendly. Patrons appreciate the well-maintained facilities, including areas for washing dogs, and the opportunity for their pets to socialize during peak hours. Some visitors, however, express dissatisfaction with the occasional presence of a mobile coffee truck in the carpark.
If you’re planning a trip to Ballinger Beach, consider staying in the nearby town of Currimundi, which offers a variety of accommodation options close to the beach. Most visitors also explore the nearby attractions in Caloundra, making it a great base for a beach vacation.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: -26.7780659 / Longitude: 153.1388897
Ballinger Beach is located in Queensland. The following map of Ballinger Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 14.5°C/22°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 19.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 21.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.4 m |
| Rain Chance | 100% |
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| Rainfall | 4.3 mm |
| Rain Duration | 14 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:31/17:01 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 10.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 4.15 |
| Cloud Cover | 48% |
| Speed | 21.8 km/h |
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| Gusts | 49 km/h |
| Direction | SE |
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