Council Area:

Mornington Peninsula Shire Council

About The Beach:

Fosters Beach has a off leash dog beach area which is accessible from the walking track off the Esplanade.  This dog beach is for use all year round with no time or day restrictions.  The beach has fantastic views across Port Phillip Bay and south towards Mt Martha.  The beach has limited facilities so remember to take your rubbish with you when leaving.

How to get there:

Fosters Beach is located on Melways Map 145 B4 and is accessible by both public transport and by private car.  From Flinders street station catch the Frankston Train from Platform 8 towards Frankston.  Get off the train at Seaford Station and catch the 780 Bus towards Frankston and get off at the Nepean Hwy and Playne Street stop.  From this stop catch the 781 Bus towards Mt Martha and get off at Fossils Beach on the Esplanade.  The Dog off leash section of Fosters Beach is 50 meters north of the bus stop.

Families travelling by car can park across from the beach on the Esplanade.  Parking is also available in the streets surrounding the beach - check signs for parking restrictions.

Facilities:

Parking available across from the beach on the Esplanade and in surrounding residential streets.  Please check signage before leaving your car especially in the summer months.

Walking tracks - these tracks provide access to the beach off leash area

Closest Bus stop to Fosters Beach is located on the Esplanade opposite Fossil Beach

Extra Information / Beach Sheet Download:

Remember to take plenty of fresh water for your dogs as they will swallow a lot of sea water while swimming and can become dehydrated from the increased intake of salt. 

Click here to download this Beach Sheet.