a great time in Manasquan!

Deb in Bordentown

I took my dog Lila to the dog beach yesterday on a beautiful late summer day...it was her first experience digging in sand and tasting salt water. We had a great time for three hours and she is STILL exhausted, lol. All the dogs were well-behaved and the owners conscientious. Parking was easy and free (during the week at this time of the year, at least). The park ranger walked the beach several times while we were there to make sure all was under control, but was not totalitarian. Dogs may be unleashed if in the water, of course. Highly recommended!

Great park!

Mary in Bergen County

It's so hard to find a beach outside of Cape cod that you can bring your dog to. This beach is very nice and the people and other dogs are friendly. Since it's an inlet you don't get that big expansive ocean view, but it's worth it to be able to bring your dog with you. There are also a couple of inexpensive restaurants down the block where you can sit with your dog at an outside table - one even has a dog bowl outside. It's sad that some local folks giving reviews on this site want this park to be hidden from all the other taxpayers in NJ who have a right to visit it. Not sure why some people feel the whole world belongs to them, but I'm glad most people can be friendly and share with others. This site is also awesome! Clean up after your dog and follow the rules so we can all continue to appreciate these great dog-friendly places!

Great dog beach

Ellie in Warren

Me and my husband brought our 2 beagle mix pups first time beach.(8/10/11) many dogs and it was very nice time. If you consider to go there, PLEASE CLEANUP AFTER YOUR DOG. There is even poo bags. Protect our dog beach!

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Jenean in Hillside NJ

took my 2 silky terriers for the 1st time and they really liked it...swim shoes a definite to have because of the rocks and shells..i also suggest bringing along some water to rinse off your dogs paws and your feet when you get back to the car. there is a lot of sand and i didnt see a place to rinse the sand off...definitely going back

"Keeping the Beach alive"

Michelle in Manasquan

No grills, No leaving dogs mess when you pretend you don't see your dog doing it..clean it up please...It is a fun place for our companions and people. Please be kind and respect our beach.We welcome all dogs and remember to care for them more when it is hot outside. They need rest and plenty of water after running. Take care...and have fun this summer.......

AWESOME!!

Maritza in Union

My two dogs had the GREATEST time this weekend! They absolutely loved it! Most of the dogs were very well behaved - I highly recommend it! It was about an hour away from me and TOTALLY worth it! I have two very exhausted dogs right now - mission accomplished! :)

LOVED IT!!

Gina in Staten Island

My Golden Retriever had the best day of his life there! It was a little bit of a drive for me but it is well worth it! Everyone was so nice and the dogs had a great time ruining and swimming! I plan on going again and again!!

Not a dog park

Dan in Belmar

This is actually a Monmouth County Park System Conservation Area, and pets are required to be on leashes. The rangers don't often patrol the property, though, and dog owners are generally responsible and respect others.

Great Dog Beach

Brian in Cranford, NJ

I have been to this dog beach like 10 times already. It is always open, there are always lots of friendly dogs there and the beach is great! I would highly recommend it to other dog owners. I would not pay for the parking, just drive around a little and you will find something, we always do in less then 10 mins, usually right in front of the place. Perfect Dog Beach!

So much fun!!

Oriana in Fort Lee

My boyfriend and I have been dying to take our black lab puppy swimming since the summer began, but don't have anywhere nearby that allows dogs - so I did some research and found this place! We made the 1.5 hour drive over 4th of July weekend, and it was SO worth it! Our pup (and we) had an absolute BLAST! He took to the water right away, and could not get enough! It was so entertaining for us to see him have so much fun playing around by himself and with the other dogs. The only downside is that we didn't bring water shoes, as recommended by another reviewer, so going into the water was a little rough on the feet, but now we know for next time. Highly recommended for dog owners and dog lovers!

This place is awesome

Phil Zielinski in South Plianfield

This is the perfect place to bring the family including the furry one. Everyone was very friendly and clean. We will be going back twice a month at least.

Awesome beach

Eric in Lindenwold

I took my dog there for the first time and we had a great time. Paid parking is $11 for the weekends, it's a little expensive so make sure you stay around for a while to make it worth. The trail entrance is also inside this paid parking area.

Pleasently surprised, better than i expected.

Lauren in Philadelphia

Loved the beach. There were lots of friendly dogs and people. It was alot larger and nicer than I expected. Just remember to bring some water shoes, it gets a little stoney and shelly down by the water. But overall it was great, a new favorite for me and my aussie!

Fantastic Time

Samantha in Cranford

I have two dogs who ran and played and swam for hours. 50 other dogs there and all were fun and friendly. Owners were responsible and it was a great day. I was worried that it wasn't fenced in but it is so far away from the street that the dogs didn't even look to leave. Bring bags to clean up after your dogs and lots of toys because all the dogs share. I parked for free on the street. Bring fresh water for your dogs, mine were very dehydrated when we left the park. Couldn't recommend it high enough - a great day for you and your dogs.

awesome

mel in white

This is a terrific dog park. Even though I live on the water there is not public access for dogs:(. I salute the township for their conservation and quality of life efforts. It really is spectacular, well worth the hour and half drive.

Worth the trip.

Nick in Riverdale, NJ

Well worth the trip down the parkway.

Worth the drive

Colleen in West Milford

I've heard lots of good things about the Manasquan Inlet from other dog owners and decided to make the TWO HOUR drive down for my pups birthday and it was well worth it. There was lots of parking nearby and it's only a short little walk to get to the beach. The water stays pretty shallow but there's some parts that get deep (where the water starts to look smooth is the drop off but already just about deep enough for them to swim anyway so it's not that bad). My dogs had a ton of fun running along the beach, playing in the sand, and fetching in the water. Lots of other dogs and owners walking along the shore all day, lots of locals. My dogs came home and passed out, they had a ball!

True Dog Beach

Donna in North Arlington NJ

This was by far worth the hour drive. Perfect for Dogs on and off-leash. Easy to park and not a far walk to the beach area. Definately will go back.

whats wrong with u people

alan in Howell n.j.

I lived in San Diego ca. for many years and people here should check out Dog Beach in Ocean Beach c.a there are no problems with dogs or people as i see here.Locals blameing non locals as the ones not picking up after there pets.What u checking I D. GROW UP!! dogs love to run exercise and not stuck on a 6 ft leash.If u can not control your dog u should not be there if u dont clean up after your pet u should not be there.Its very easy to do, so let the dogs have fun and u will also.Its very easy to do.

question

leonida in morganville

i take my 2 pitbulls to this beach often and i as well as my dogs really enjoy it. i do agree with not paying for parking and i don't like that the water swallows the path later in the day. i was wondering does anyone know the rules of this park or an information number i can call i would like to know if grills are allowed

Great Puppy Beach!

Tiffany in New York,NY

After an 1 1/2 hrs. driving, we found this great puppy beach. And my 5 mo. old puppy had a BALL! She played with other dogs, she jumped in the water and tried to swim, and dug huge sand holes in the sand! She was covered in sand ! We will definitely go back again!

Know about the trail entrance!

Jennie Lobato in Lakewood, NJ

Well worth the visit. ONLY after we figured out the "back entrance" to this place. I tried to take my dog and mom down the rocks and she fell. -it was virtually unwalkable. So we went back up and circled all the way around to the trail. --to get to the trail, we made a sharp left after climbing back up the rocks. Walking the trail was a nice little walk-maybe a city block and a half long but it was nice and even-no danger here. We had a great little visit..I recommend!

Dogs Love it!

Steve in Warrington PA

The parking is $11 if you can't find it on the street for free. No need to spend $7 for beach tag so if you bring your significant other, your ahead $3. There is a trail from the far left corner in the back of the parking area that takes you to the west end of beach. You can avoid the sloppy entrance mention in other review by taking this path. We've done 6 day trips this year (1 hour 45 min form northwest Philly) Admitedly the beach isn't the best for people, (pickings are slim out there if you want to bring your pets) but the dogs love the socialization. At least 50 other dogs running free, swimming, playing. Beach does narrow significantly at high tide, but is still walkable (except at main entrance byt street)

Let's work on keeping this place clean

S in Toms River

I love taking my dog here however lately I have noticed a lot of owners not cleaning up after their dogs. My husband even stepped in dog poo last time we were there. Please, please clean up after your dogs. They even have plastic bags for you at the entrance.

So many complaints??

Tina in NJ

I have never been to this cove, however, was thinking of stopping by. It seems like a great place to spend time with your dog. If this is in fact part of the Monmouth County Park System, why are so many of you against sharing it with others? Would you try to keep visitors from coming to other county and state parks? Isn't that the point of open space, to be open to a wide range of recreational uses? Since when does the County or State pick up the tab for "Private" parks in NJ that are excluded to non-locals? I have taken my dog to the North end of Brigantine and had a great time with her there and plan to stop by the dog beach that is located just north of the Ocean City bridge. I don't think the locals have gotten as aggressive about sharing State or County owned open space with other dog lovers quite yet.

on/off leash dog area

Bill in Wall Township

Please dog owners, try to respect the fact that it is an on leash area, if you do not want it closed down leash and clean up after your dog. No wild and crazy puppies as it will just draw negative attention to an outstanding place for pets!

Decent dog beach

Shannon in Bloomfield

Me, myself and my hot dog were very excited to go to this beach. Free parking took about 20 minutes to find. Not everyone keeps their dog on a leash and the shore line is filled with broken shells and rocks. On the positive side my dog did have a great time running, swimming and digging in the sand.

ok, but could be better

Shelby in Elmwood Park

parking nearby is expensive, lots of dogs, but the water is a little filthy and stinky after 4 when the tide goes up. Also hard to walk to, especially when the tide swallows the path to the beach. but its ok for a couple of hours with the dosg

The park has jumped the shark

Bogart in Manasquan

For 16 years, I have been bringing my dogs to the Cove. I began to notice in the past few years, even in the off season, far more dogs than usual. Locals always had a nice way of policing the tourists about picking up and maintaining etiquette. With so many dogs, it became impossible to do this. While this site, and others, have good intentions, you have effectively ruined this area for dogs by advertising it to a wider audience. Look at the reviews. They are from people well beyond the local area. Bennys if you will. IT IS OVER. You can no longer let your dog swim at the Cove. Thanks.

Its Over!

Ray in Wall

(summer 2011)The Park Rangers that have maintain this dog beach now seem to be there ALL the time. They walk along the beach warning everyone to keep their dogs leashed. I was told they will be issuing summons to people letting there dog run or swim!

Be careful

Carl in Freehold

This is a Monmouth County Park Conservation Area. ALL DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH. They will be issueing summons (which REQUIRE a court appearance) if you have a dog off a leash. just be warned, and don't bitch when it happens.

beach will close

bobby in manasquan

the beach is a great place to let your dog run true it is a great place 4 me becouse i live nearby .of coarse it is an on leash park not off leash.ok the more people that now about this park the sooner it will close.it will get overcrowded too many dogs and the state will step in.so you can thank this webb sight 4 that.thank you very much,bob

Wow....so "cold"

Barb in Voorhees

I have been to many dog parks and a few dog beaches and have never heard (or seen) so many people bitching about NON-locals coming before. Isn't the point to have fun at places like this. Isn';t it about the DOGS? I understand being upset about people not cleaning up after the dogs, it is disgusting and hazardous to health but really. Why tell NON-locals to STAY AWAY. That is absurd. And summons for leeting your dogs off the leash is also absurd. If you can't control your dog, then it shouldn't be anywhere off leash but why can't the people who are responsible with their dogs and their messes enjoy a day at the beach with their dog? This just kind of feels like a rude place I wouldn't WANT to visit.

State is stepping in

Not a benny in Toms River

Unfortunately, due to websites such as this one, it seems that the state is now stepping in. I have been visiting this beach for years now with my dogs, and bennys have now destroyed our local secret. So thank you for not cleaning up after your dog, not cleaning up after yourself after visiting this beach, for complaining to the county, and ruining it for the rest of us. Keep your money, yourself, and your dogs in New York.