Dog Friendly Beaches in Brooklyn, NY

There are 2 dog-friendly beaches in Brooklyn, and 7 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 Brooklyn.

Pet Friendly Plumb Beach
Plumb Beach Plumb Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Brooklyn, NY. Dogs are welcome to romp and play off leash along this stretch of shoreline. The area can be quite windy and it is a popular place for windsurfing and kiteboarding. See Details
Pet Friendly Marine Park Off-Leash Area
Marine Park Off-Leash Area Fido is invited to play at the Marine Park Off-Leash Area in Brooklyn, NY. This secret little bay area is open to anyone. Please note the beach area can get crowded on weeks, and your pup isn't allowed on the playgrounds, ballfields and natural areas. See Details
Playland Beach Playland Beach is a dog-friendly beach located on the grounds of Playland Park Amusement Park in Rye, NY. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the beach from October 1st until April 28th, before the park is open for the season. There is a limit of 3 dogs for each owner, and dog walking services are prohibited all year round. Make sure you keep Fido on a leash under six feet. See Details
Gateway National Recreation Area The Gateway National Recreation Area in Highlands, NJ is pet friendly between certain dates. Dogs are not permitted on ocean-side beaches at Sandy Hook Unit from March 15 through September 15 due to piping plover season. Pets are permitted on bay-side beaches at Plum Island and Horseshoe Cove throughout the year, but must always be on a leash. Dog owners must carry out all trash, and make preparations for carrying out dog waste. Parking is $20 in the summer season from Memorial Day to Labor Day. See Details
Rockaway Beach Rockaway Beach is New York City's only legal surfing beach, making it a top attraction in Queens, NY. Fido doesn't need a surfboard to enjoy a day in the sun. Leashed dogs are welcome on the beach and the pet-friendly boardwalk. Pet owners must have proof of current dog license and rabies vaccination. Please note that, although Rockaway Beach is open year round, dogs are only allowed during the off-season. See Details
Sandy Hook Sandy Hook in Middletown, NJ is a great pet-friendly place for a day trip to the beach with Fido. Leashed dogs are allowed on the bay side all year round but are only permitted on the beach during the off-season between September 15th and March 15th. See Details
Larchmont Dog Beach Larchmont Dog Beach is a pet-friendly area of beach in Larchmont, NY. The beach is located along Long Island Sound and privately owned by the Larchmont Manor Park Society. Visiting at low tide is recommended. Be sure Fido is leashed at all times. See Details
Bayshore Waterfront Park Bayshore Waterfront Park is a dog-friendly beachfront recreation area in Middletown, NJ. Bring your pet for a scenic walk at this lovely waterfront park or head down for a stroll along the sand. Dogs are welcome as long as they remain leashed. There are on-site restrooms and the park has plenty of parking. See Details
Atlantic Beach Atlantic Beach is a seaside community on the south shore of Long Island, NY. Located just 21 miles from Manhattan, the sandy beaches in the area are dog-friendly from October through March. Pet owners are reminded to keep their pooches on a leash under 6 feet while visiting and that dogs are prohibited from using the boardwalk year-round. See Details
Brooklyn, NY, US