Dog Friendly Activities in Harwich, MA

Pet Friendly Thompson’s Field Conservation Area

Thompson’s Field Conservation Area in Harwich, MA is dog friendly. This 57-acre parcel of town conservation land has a looping system of trails through woods and meadows where dogs can run and play off leash.

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Jackknife Cove / Pleasant Bay

Harwich, MA

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.

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First Crush Winery

Harwich, MA

First Crush Winery

First Crush Winery in Harwich, MA, is a dog-friendly establishment. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to accompany you beside a table on the outdoor patio. First Crush Winery produces 50,000 bottles of award-winning wines annually and spare no expense on equipment and adjunct products while following state-of-the-art wine making procedures. Each year, appropriate wines are aged in new French, Hungarian and American oak for a minimum of one year. Sample a glass of high-end, complex, fruit-forward wine which is produced on Cape Cod.

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Red River Beach

Harwich, MA

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.

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Cape Cod Rail Trail

Harwich, MA

Cape Cod Rail Trail

The Cape Cod Rail Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Harwich! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Cape Cod Rail Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

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Nickerson State Park

Brewster, MA

Nickerson State Park

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at Nickerson State Park in Brewster, MA. This 1,900-acre, pet-friendly park is popular among visitors looking to enjoy the wooded trails that weave around the ponds in the area. There are a number of pet-friendly campgrounds located in the park for anybody looking to extend their stay. Dogs are not permitted on the beach, and there is a daily parking fee from mid-May through October.

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Marconi Beach

Wellfleet, MA

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.

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Barnstable Brewing

Hyannis, MA

Barnstable Brewing

Barnstable Brewing is a dog-friendly and family-owned brewery in Hyannis, MA, creating handcrafted beer on Cape Cod. Fido is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio, yard space, or inside the tasting room. Enjoy a pint or flight from a variety of choices on the brew menu such as IPAs, lagers, fruit beers, as well as seasonal beers like pumpkin and cranberry. You can sometimes find food trucks onsite; check their website for current schedule.

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Crowes Pasture Conservation Area

East Dennis, MA

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.

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Brewster Dog Park

Brewster, MA

Brewster Dog Park

Brewster Dog Park in Brewster, MA is pet friendly. Allow Fido to enjoy off-leash play in two separate areas for large and small dogs. There are water fountains, benches, a circular walking path, and waste stations.

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Devil's Purse Brewing Company

Dennis, MA

Devil's Purse Brewing Company

Devil's Purse Brewing Company is a dog-friendly watering hole located in Dennis, MA that allows well-behaved pups inside the cozy taproom and outside on the patio. Enjoy a variety of house-brewed craft beers, including lagers, pale ales, IPAs, stouts, and more.

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Cheryl Malone Fresh Pond Dog Park

South Dennis, MA

Cheryl Malone Fresh Pond Dog Park

Bring your pet to play off leash at the beautiful Cheryl Malone Fresh Pond Dog Park in South Dennis, MA. The park is fully fenced with two enclosures, a fresh water swimming area for dogs, and a walking trail through the woods.

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Yarmouth Dog Park

West Yarmouth, MA

Yarmouth Dog Park

Pups can enjoy time off-leash at Yarmouth Dog Park in West Yarmouth, MA. This fenced dog park offers separate sections for small and large canines. The ground cover is made up of dirt and pebbles, and waste stations are available.

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Skaket Beach

Orleans, MA

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.

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Nauset Light Beach

Eastham, MA

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'.

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Agway

Orleans, MA

Agway

Agway is a dog-friendly farm and garden store in Orleans, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you while you shop for pet supplies, home décor, tools and hardware, garden supplies, and much more.

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Barnstable Dog Park

Barnstable, MA

Barnstable Dog Park

Barnstable Dog Park is a popular off-leash pet exercise area next to Hathaway's Pond in Barnstable, MA. The dog park offers three separate sections including a training area, a small dog area and a mixed-use area. The dog park provides benches for owners, water bubblers and waste stations. Please note that the water is turned off during the winter.

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Kalmus Beach

Barnstable, MA

Kalmus Beach

Kalmus Beach in Barnstable, MA is dog friendly in the off season. Fido can join you for a walk along the sand between September 15th and May 15th but must remain on a leash.

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Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre

Wellfleet, MA

Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre

Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre is a dog-friendly outdoor cinema in Wellfleet, MA. It is the only drive-in located in Cape Code and has a large 100' screen with a state-of-the-art sound system. Bring your leashed pup to enjoy first-run double features from Memorial Day until Labor Day. There is a dairy bar on site with soft serve and ice cream, and the snack bar features popcorn, candy, nachos, burgers, hot dogs and more.

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Steamship Authority Ferries

Hyannis, MA

Steamship Authority Ferries

Leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly Steamship Authority Ferries in Hyannis, MA. Pups can ride free of charge but must be cleaned up after and leashed. Pets are not allowed in food service areas, on passenger seats or on tables. While dog owners should arrive 30 minutes prior to sailing time, reservations are not required.

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