Black Head Reserve

Located at the tip of Gerroa’s headland, Black Head Reserve has sweeping views to the south over Seven Mile Beach, towards Shoalhaven Heads and then further across to Beecroft Peninsula.

There is also access down to a little beach to the north of the headland, ideal for searching out fossils shells and exploring rock pools. It’s best to wear sandshoes or sturdy sandals in this area as thongs slip easily on the wet rock.

Black Head is also a great spot for whale watching between May and November, with the whales migrating north from May to August, and south from September to November.

Dog off-leash area

A lovely spot for a picnic or a stroll, most of Black Head Reserve is a designated 24-hour dog off-leash area. Enjoy stunning views with your dog over Seven Mile Beach and the Pacific Ocean. Accessible from Stafford Street or Headland Drive, Gerroa.

You must comply with the conditions of use for the off leash area.

Conditions of use:

• dogs must remain under effective control at all times by a person over the age of 16 years
• owners and handlers are responsible for their dog's actions
• dogs must be registered and identified by wearing a collar and tag
• dogs must be leashed at all times when outside the designated area
• dog faeces must be immediately removed and properly disposed of in bins provided
• greyhounds, dogs declared dangerous and restricted breed dogs are prohibited
• owners and handlers must comply with the Companion Animals Act 1998 and these conditions of use
• members of the public accessing the dog off-leash area as a recreational activity are advised that Council uses defends afforded to it under the Civil Liability Act 2002.

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