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    Dog Friendly Beaches in Virginia

    Dog friendly beaches are heaven on earth for Fido. And since sandy paws equal happy dogs, we’ve sniffed out the best beaches in Virginia where dogs can run, swim, and frolic in the sand. Use the links/map below to find a dog-friendly beach in Virginia.

    Pet Friendly First Landing State Park

    First Landing State Park

    Virginia Beach, VA
    First Landing State Park First Landing State Park is a pet-friendly natural landmark in Virginia Beach, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along at one of the most visited state parks. Fido will have a blast running in the water and exploring any of the 20 miles of trails. See Details
    Pet Friendly Jamestown Beach Event Park

    Jamestown Beach Event Park

    Williamsburg, VA
    Jamestown Beach Event Park Jamestown Beach Event Park in Williamsburg, VA is a scenic dog-friendly spot attracting locals and visitors to the waterfront. Open from 8am until sunset, the park features shaded picnic areas, charcoal grills, a designated fishing area, observation station, paddle craft launch area, and concession stand. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 8 feet while in the park, but are permitted to swim freely if under voice control of their owner. There is also a designated off-leash area near the park entrance which is free to visitors. Please note that the off-leash area closes and is not accessible during special events. See Details

    Kiptopeke State Park

    Cape Charles, VA
    Kiptopeke State Park Kiptopeke State Park is a pet-friendly beach in Cape Charles, VA. This dog beach is on the left side of the park and is a great spot 30 minutes from Virginia Beach. This area also includes a trail to take your leashed furry friend on. See Details

    Sandbridge Little Island Fishing Pier

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Sandbridge Little Island Fishing Pier Pack up a cooler and grab Fido's fishing rod and head to dog-friendly Sandbridge Little Island Fishing Pier in Virginia Beach, VA. Visitors can enter the pier for a fee and enjoy fishing or simply enjoy the views. See Details

    Haven Beach

    Mathews, VA
    Haven Beach This dog-friendly beach on the Chesapeake Bay has a comfortable sandy bottom shoreline, designated swimming areas, light facilities and parking. A tidal lagoon, marshes and shrubby areas provide natural habitats for a multitude of shorebirds and the like. See Details

    Virginia Beach

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Virginia Beach Virginia Beach is a pet-friendly destination that welcomes Fido year-round. Before Memorial Day and after Labor Day weekend, your leashed pup can frolic along the beach with no restricted hours. During the summer, your dog can enjoy the beach before 10:00 AM and after 6:00 PM at the north end of Virginia Beach above 42nd Street or at the south end in the Sandbridge area. See Details

    Ocean View Beach

    Norfolk, VA
    Ocean View Beach Leashed pets are seasonally welcome to join you on the white sands of the popular and pet-friendly Ocean View Beach in Norfolk, VA. No dogs or domestic animals are allowed on beaches from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM seasonally, beginning the Saturday before Memorial Day through Labor Day. See Details
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