Are There Snakes in Bondi?
By Visit Bondi Beach Editorial Team · · Updated
People ask me this more than you'd think, usually with one eyebrow raised: are there snakes in Bondi? I always give the same answer - only one, and his name is Blake.
- Where
- Blair Street, Bondi
- What
- Community painted-rock art trail
- Cost
- Free
- Great for
- Kids & families
If you've wandered down Blair Street lately, you might have spotted a curious creature slithering along the footpath. Don't panic - this isn't the sort of snake that sends you running. He's the friendliest serpent in Sydney: Blake the Blair Street Snake, a community art project made entirely of painted rocks.
It starts with a single boulder - Blake's cheerful head, painted minty green with pink and black patches, perched beside a hand-lettered sign that reads: "I'm Blake the Blair St Snake. Add a painted rock to see how long I can get :)"
From there, a colourful line of rocks winds down the stone wall like scales on a giant, happy reptile. Some are splashed in pastels, others flecked with stars or faces, and a few were clearly painted by very small and very enthusiastic hands. Every week Blake stretches a little further as locals and passers-by add to him.
Why I love stumbling across Blake
In a world of "Do Not Touch" signs and endless screens, here's a simple invitation to join in. No permissions, no forms - just grab a rock, grab some paint, and make your mark. I've watched joggers pause mid-stride to admire him before carrying on toward the beach, and I've never once seen someone walk past without smiling.
Each rock tells a tiny story: maybe painted on a rainy afternoon, maybe made at a weekend craft session, maybe left by a visitor who wanted to be part of something local. To me, Blake is like Bondi's community diary - only instead of words, it's written in colour. Bondi's famous for its shimmering water and perfect surf, but this quirky reptile has become just as iconic in his own way.
Frequently asked questions
Are there actually dangerous snakes at Bondi Beach?
Bondi is a busy urban beach, so you're extremely unlikely to encounter a wild snake on the sand or promenade. The only "snake" locals talk about is Blake, the painted-rock art trail on Blair Street.
Where exactly is Blake the Blair Street Snake?
Along the stone wall on Blair Street in Bondi. Look for the minty-green painted boulder with the sign inviting you to add a rock - the trail of rocks grows from there.
Can I add my own rock?
Yes - that's the whole idea. Paint a rock, bring it down to Blair Street, and add it to the end of Blake's body to help him grow a little longer.
So next time you're wandering Blair Street, keep an eye out. Bring a rock, add your touch, and help Blake slither a little further. Because yes - there is a snake in Bondi. Just one. And he's the kind that makes everyone smile.