Dog Friendly Beaches in Chatham, MA

There are 3 dog-friendly beaches in Chatham, and 8 more nearby. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Chatham.

Pet Friendly Lighthouse Beach
Lighthouse Beach Bring your pet for an on-leash stroll at dog-friendly Lighthouse Beach in Chatham, MA. This beautiful beach welcomes dogs from September 30 to April 30. Bring Fido to enjoy the scenic views along the shore and grab some photos near the active lighthouse. See Details
Pet Friendly Hardings Beach
Hardings Beach Bring your pet for an on-leash stroll at dog-friendly Hardings Beach, a quaint, beautiful beach in Chatham, MA. Pooches are welcome from mid-September to May 1. Parking and restrooms are available, and there's also a picnic area. A beach pass is required and can be purchased online or at the gate. See Details
Ridgevale Beach Ridgevale Beach in Chatham, MA is a pet-friendly destination from September 15 to May 1. Bring your leashed pet with you to enjoy the shoreline during the off season at this quaint, beautiful beach. The area features a parking lot and portable restrooms. A beach pass is required and can be purchased online or at the gate. See Details
Marconi Beach Marconi Beach, known for its massive sand dunes, is a pet-friendly attraction in Wellfleet, MA. Your leashed pet is welcome to join you for a walk along the shore with scenic views. The beach is accessible via a set of stairs, and restrooms are open seasonally. Please ensure Fido is on a leash no longer than six feet. See Details
Crowes Pasture Conservation Area Leashed dogs are welcome at Crowes Pasture Conservation Area from mid-September up until Memorial Day. This pet-friendly beach area in East Dennis, MA is a great place for walking with Fido along the bay. See Details
Skaket Beach Your pet is invited to join you at Skaket Beach, a dog-friendly beach in Orleans, MA. Pets are welcome during the off-season after Labor Day until the Friday before Memorial Day. Enjoy walking the shoreline and taking in great sunset views together at this popular beach destination. See Details
Nauset Light Beach Leashed pups are welcome during dog-friendly times of the year at Nauset Light Beach, a Cape Cod National Sea Shore beach in Eastham, MA. It is recommended to check the National Park Service website prior to visiting for updates on seasonal pet closures due to shorebird nesting and migration patterns. Please ensure Fido is kept on a leash no longer than 6'. See Details
Jackknife Cove / Pleasant Bay Jackknife Beach, also known as Pleasant Bay, is the only beach in Chatham that allows dogs during the summer. Dogs are limited to before 9:00 AM and after 6:00 PM. See Details
Nauset Beach Nauset Beach in Orleans, MA is dog friendly from the day after Labor Day to March 31st only. Fido is allowed off leash during the permitted months and will love to explore this beautiful 10-mile Cape Cod beach with rolling sand dunes. See Details
Red River Beach During certain times of the year, dog owners can bring Fido to pet-friendly Red River Beach to enjoy warm water and moderate surf in Harwich, MA. Dogs are not allowed on the beach from Memorial Day through Labor Day. However, dog walking is allowed in the parking lot area during the summer season from Dawn to 9:00am and from 4:30pm to Dusk. See Details
Pleasant Road Beach Pleasant Road Beach, known for its warm water and mild surf, is a pet-friendly beach after Labor Day until Memorial Weekend. Dogs are welcome to enjoy the sandy shoreline on or off leash during the off-season in West Harwich, MA. A parking lot is located right near the beach at the corner of Pleasant Road and Shore Road. See Details
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