There are 5 dog-friendly beaches in Gloucester, 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 Gloucester.
Good Harbor Beach
Dogs are welcome on Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester, MA, during the pet-friendly off-season from October 1st to March 31st. Fido can play both on or off-leash in the surf and on the sand during these dates. Please note that dogs are not permitted on the beach from April 1st to September 30th.
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Plum Cove Beach
Plum Cove Beach in Gloucester, MA, is dog-friendly during certain months of the year. Dogs are permitted, and are even allowed off-leash, from October 1 to April 30. To preserve the cleanliness of the beach, make sure you clean up after Fido. Please note that dogs are prohibited from May 1 to September 30.
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Crab Beach
Dogs are welcome at Crab Beach in Gloucester, MA. This popular, pet-friendly beach permits well-behaved, off-leash dogs year round. After your dog has had fun on the sand, take them for a walk on the pet-friendly pathways that surround the coastline. Please remember to clean up after Fido during your visit.
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Wingaersheek Beach
Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester, MA, is dog-friendly on a seasonal basis. Unleashed dogs allowed on Wingaersheek Beach from October 1st to April 30th annually, only on odd-numbered days. Dogs are prohibited from May 1st to September 30th. During the off-season, this beach is a beautiful sandy spot for Fido with several interesting rock outcropping for curious pups to explore and investigate.
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Cressy Beach
Cressy Beach in Gloucester, MA, is pet-friendly during certain months of the year. Dogs are welcome, and even allowed off-leash, from October 1 to April 30. This is a beautiful spot to let your dog roam free on the sand and in the surf. Dogs are prohibited from May 1 to September 30. Please remember to clean up after your pup during your visit.
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Singing Beach
Known for sand that makes a noise when walked on dry, Singing Beach welcomes licensed and vaccinated dogs from October 15 through April 14. There is a $5 per person walk-on fee charged from 9am to 5pm when the staff is on duty. Owners are asked to clean up after their dogs, keep an eye on them, and maintain verbal control when they are playing off-leash. Each person is allowed to bring two dogs with them to the Beach, and pets must be wearing collars with identification. Those who violate Singing Beach's rules are subject to fines, and dog owners are liable for injuries and damages caused by their pets. For parking information, see Singing Beaches' official website.
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Plum Island Point Beach
Plum Island Point Beach is a pet-friendly beach in Newburyport, MA. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the beach without a leash from October 15th to May 15th. Unfortunately, pups are never allowed on the Plum Island Refuge. The off-leash section of the beach is by the lighthouse and Captain's Lady. Dogs are not permitted on the beach from May 15th through October 15th.
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Crane Beach
Crane Beach is a popular dog-friendly beach in Ipswich, MA. Dogs are welcome between October 1 and March 31 and must remain leashed at all times. Access is free for members and there is a nominal fee for non-members. Advance passes are highly recommended due to the popularity of this beach. Please note that dogs are not allowed on Steep Hill Beach, the trails, or in the dunes.
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Nahant Dog Beach
Fido is welcome on the Nahant Dog Beach in Nahant, MA, from October 1st through March 31st as long as he is leashed. Dogs are strictly prohibited the rest of the year. Located at the public beach, the dog-friendly area is sectioned off from the main area by a causeway.
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Salisbury Beach State Reservation
Leashed dogs are welcome during the off-season at Salisbury Beach State Reservation in Salisbury, MA. This state beach is pet-friendly from September 16th to March 31st. This popular beach overlooks the point at which the Merrimack River feeds the Atlantic Ocean, offering a stunning spot to spend time.
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Harborside Park
Harborside Park is a dog-friendly beachfront park and memorial in Seabrook, NH. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you for an oceanfront walk or a viewing of the monument. The monument on site is in honor of the Seabrook citizens that have been lost at sea.
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Hampton Beach State Park
Hampton Beach State Park is a dog-friendly beach and park in Hampton, NH, where Fido is welcome to join you at the beach from October 1 through April 30, on a leash no greater than 6 feet in length. Pet owners are required to clean up pet waste and place it in a waste bag inside a trash can. Horses are also welcome from October 1 through April 30. This park features swimming, camping, RV hookups, fishing, playgrounds and more.
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