Dog Beaches 

There’s nothing quite like watching your dog splash through the waves, dig in the sand, and make new furry friends. Dog beaches are the perfect spot to let your pup run free, cool off, and enjoy the great outdoors while you relax by the water. Whether it’s a quick dip or a full day of play, a dog beach adventure is guaranteed tail-wagging fun! 

All of these beaches welcome dogs year round. Some beaches abbreviate hours in the Summer season (May 14 - September 15 due to heat and crowds so please check the town pages before you go and we'll try and note what we know below). 

New York

• Mud Creek Patchogue, LI, NY 

New Jersey: 

• 8th Ave Dog Beach - Asbury Park, NJ 

  • Dogs welcome year round with shortened  hours from May 15 - Sept 14 6pm -8:30 am otherwise any time. 

• Spring Lake Dog Beach - at Ocean & Pitman in Spring Lake, NJ 

  • Dogs welcome year round with shortened  hours from May 15 - Sept 14 6pm -8:30 am otherwise any time. 

• Wildwood Dog Park & Beach - Wildwood, NJ 

  • open year round to pups 

• Fisherman's Cove - Manasquan, NJ 

  • open year round to pups 

• Malibu/Longport Dog Beach - Egg Harbor Twp., NJ

  • Free, Year-Round, Off-leash Dog Beach

• Island Beach State Park - Seaside Park, NJ 

Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet at all times. They are restricted from swimming beaches during the summer season and the Spizzle Creek Bird Blind Trail. Dogs are allowed on the beach for activities, such as walking, in non-lifeguarded areas. Summer Restrictions: From Memorial Day through the first of October, dogs are banned from the designated swimming beaches. Year-Round Access: Leashed pets are permitted south of the swimming areas year-round. Allowed Areas: Dogs are allowed on ocean beaches (non-swimming) and certain trails, but specifically forbidden from the Spizzle Creek Bird Blind Trail, according to their Nature Program

Pennsylvania: 

New England Area: 

• We're snifing out some spots! Keep checking back for more!  

DelMarVa Area: 

• Cape Henlopen State Park - Lewes, Delaware

Keep Checking! We're always sniffing out great spots and updating our page!