Dog Friendly Beaches in Florida

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

Pet Friendly Jupiter Dog Beach
Jupiter Dog Beach Jupiter Dog Beach is home to one of Florida's best off-leash beach areas. Dogs are free to roam a designated section of the beach running along A1A near Ocean Cay Park in Jupiter, FL. This 2.5-mile stretch of pet-friendly beach is located from beach marker #26 at Marcinski Road, going north to beach marker #57 (at the Carlin Park property line) and welcomes well-behaved, obedient dogs. See Details
Pet Friendly Gulfside City Beach Park
Gulfside City Beach Park One of the many pet-friendly beaches of Sanibel Island, Gulfside City Beach Park is located near a City of Sanibel and Federal nature preserve. This Florida beach is also home to threatened and endangered nesting shorebirds and sea turtles during much of the year. Dogs must be kept on a leash (maximum 8 feet) at all times, and owners are required by law to clean up after their pets. There are picnic tables, wash stations, restrooms, and parking for an hourly fee. See Details
Vilano Beach Pups are welcome to join you at Vilano Beach, a pet-friendly beach northeast of St. Augustine, FL on the A1A Scenic and historical byway. Dogs should be on a leash at all times. Owners are required to properly dispose of all pet waste immediately. See Details
Clearwater North Beach Leashed dogs are allowed on the north section only of Clearwater North Beach, which starts at Somerset Street in Clearwater, FL. Bring your pooch for a stroll along the sand and in the surf, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. Although there's no parking north of Somerset, public meter parking can be found on Mandalay Ave, south of Somerset. See Details
Bowman's Beach Park Bowman's Beach Park is a beautiful, secluded beach in Sanibel, FL featuring dog-friendly hiking trails. Park amenities include picnic tables, grills, bathrooms and a pavilion. Dogs are allowed on leash. Please note, there is a parking fee. See Details
Cape San Blas Beaches Enjoy the beautiful dog-friendly beaches of Cape San Blas, FL, with your favorite furry friend! Play in the sand and surf, go scalloping (in season), or enjoy a cozy beach campfire with your dog by your side. Dogs must remain on leash at all times and are not allowed to dig near marked turtle nests. Doggie waste disposal stations are located at many beach access points. See Details
Frank B. Butler County Park Frank B. Butler County Park is a dog-friendly coastal park providing direct beach access in St. Augustine, FL. Visitors will find a parking area, picnic tables, restrooms, and two shaded pavilions. The park is not a fenced area for pets, and dogs must be leashed at the park and when enjoying the beach. See Details
Sarasota Boat Tours Sarasota Boat Tours offer dog-friendly charters for an unforgettable experience on the crystal clear waters surrounding Sarasota, FL. Step aboard the Sylvan Tritoon for a memorable excursion with Fido. Tours vary in length from a 2.5 hour sail at sunset to a 6 hour cruise. Sarasota Boat Tours will need to know the number and size of your dog(s) at the time of booking. Due to the warm climate, morning boat tours are recommended if bringing pets. See Details
Bonita Beach Dog Park Bonita Beach Dog Park is a Lee County dog beach located along the edge of Lover's Key State Park in Fort Myers Beach, FL. This off-leash beach allows dogs to run around and play in the shallow, calm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. There are no fences, so be sure to supervise your dogs at all times. See Details
Brohard Paw Park Brohard Paw Park has a fenced dog play area featuring separate sections for small and large dogs, which leads to Sarasota County's only dog-friendly beach. Located in Venice, FL, pups are invited to enjoy a variety of park amenities, including drinking fountains and showers. There are also human water fountains, picnic tables and benches. Please observe the posted signage stating where the dog beach ends. See Details
Walton Rocks Dog Beach Walton Rocks Dog Beach in Jensen Beach, FL, is a 24-acre off-leash dog beach where canines can romp in the sand and surf. The park also features covered picnic tables, restrooms and plenty of room to roam. See Details
Performance Pups Freshwater Dog Beach Performance Pups Freshwater Dog Beach in Dania Beach, FL, is home to the cleanest freshwater dog lake in Broward County! This pet-friendly, fenced-in area allows dogs to swim and play off-leash. Swimming by humans is not allowed at the park. You can walk and wade in the water but the city ordinance forbids swimming for the two-legged. Admission is cash only. See Details
Crescent Beach Located just three miles south of St. Augustine Beach, FL, dog-friendly Crescent Beach offers plenty of sand and surf for you to enjoy with your pup. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details
Sombrero Beach Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Sombrero Beach in Marathon, FL, a beautiful white sand beach along the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy scenic views and ocean breezes with Fido in tow. Please note that pets must be on a leash during their visit. See Details
Peanut Island Park Peanut Island Park is a dog-friendly island accessible by a ferry ride, kayak or boat in Riviera Beach, FL. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet long at all times. Enjoy a picnic lunch, and extend your fun by reserving a campsite for you and Fido to stay overnight on the island. See Details
Stuart Beach Stuart Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Stuart, FL, where Fido is welcome to come put his paws in the sand. Leashed dogs can join their humans on this scenic beach, but please note that dogs are only permitted outside of the lifeguard areas. See Details
Salinas Park Salinas Park in Port St. Joe, FL, is dog friendly. This wide beach with white sand welcomes leashed dogs to join you. This area of Salinas Park is located on the Gulfside. It features beach access, bathrooms, a playground and picnic tables along with grills. See Details
Pensacola Beach East Dog Park Pensacola Beach East Dog Park is located at the east end park, Parking Lot 28.5, the first parking lot past Portofino. All dogs are required to be on a leash, and signs will be posted to designate dog-friendly areas. Doggie bags, disposable bins and handy wipes will be available at both locations. See Details
St. Augustine Beaches Beaches in St. Augustine, FL are dog friendly. Fido must remain leashed while strolling along the sand or dipping his paws in the surf. Visitors will find access points off of A1A Beach Blvd. Please note that dogs are not permitted at Anastasia State Park and Recreation Area which is a protected bird sanctuary. See Details
Rowell's Waterfront Park Rowell's Waterfront Park is a dog-friendly park located in Key Largo, FL. This passive park has benches, picnic tables and a kayak launch. Fido is welcome to enjoy the views of Florida Bay, but dogs must be kept on a leash. See Details
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