Dog Friendly Beaches in Florida

Atlantic Beach Dog Park is a dog-friendly beach in Atlantic Beach, FL. Fido must be on a leash no longer than 12 feet long. Please clean up after your pets.

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Atsena Otie Key

Cedar Key, FL

Atsena Otie Key

Atsena Otie Key is a barrier island outside of Cedar Key, FL, that is pet friendly and open to the public. The island offers a dock, an interpretive kiosk, a restroom and a trail that takes you to the historic cemetery and the ruins of the Faber pencil factory. Leashed dogs are welcome, but beware of snakes.

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River to Sea Preserve

Palm Coast, FL

River to Sea Preserve

Located on both sides of the A1A at Marineland, the River to Sea Preserve in Palm Coast, FL, features 90 acres of protected maritime scrub environment with public beach access, walking trails and ecological education opportunities. Leashed dogs are permitted to join their humans throughout the pet- friendly preserve.

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Carrabelle Beach

Carrabelle, FL

Carrabelle Beach

Leashed pets are welcome to join you at Carrabelle Beach, a pet-friendly beach in Carrabelle, FL. Please clean up after your pets and do not allow them to disturb the wildlife. Pets are not allowed on the dunes.

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Matanzas Inlet Bridge

St. Augustine, FL

Matanzas Inlet Bridge

Matanzas Inlet Bridge in St. Augustine, FL is pet friendly. You can park on the east or west side of the bridge for access to the beach and inlet. Leashed dogs are welcome and can even get across to a nice sandbar for some off-leash fun. Gain access from sunrise to sunset.

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Peters Point Beachfront Park

Fernandina Beach, FL

Peters Point Beachfront Park

Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach at Peters Point Beachfront Park. The park features indoor/outdoor showers, picnic tables, and fishing access.

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Burney Park

American Beach, FL

Burney Park

Pack a lunch, a towel and some sunscreen and head for a day at the beach! Burney Park in American Beach, FL is dog friendly and offers plenty of room for Fido to run along the sand and chase the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors to the park can also enjoy other outdoor activities like fishing and a picnic area.

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St. Joe Beach

Port St. Joe, FL

St. Joe Beach

St. Joe Beach in Port St Joe, FL is dog friendly. Offering miles of beautiful shoreline, you can wander on the sand with your pooch to your heart's content. The gentle surf make it ideal for dodging the waves with Fido and looking out onto pristine sunsets together. You can access the beach by one of the many public footpaths and boardwalks dotted around the street adjacent to it. There are a number of pet-friendly lodgings available in the area, so you and Fido can stay for overnight and enjoy one of the most dog-friendly areas in Florida. Pet owners are reminded to keep Fido on a leash for the duration of their stay and to preserve the cleanliness of the beach by cleaning up any mess that they leave behind.

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Lighthouse Point Park

Ponce Inlet, FL

Lighthouse Point Park

Lighthouse Point Park and Ponce Inlet Dog Beach are a great place to relax with Fido in Florida. They area provides a wonderful view of the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse. Leashed dogs are allowed on the inlet and river shoreline beach. Lighthouse Point Park located on north side of Ponce de Leon Inlet.

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Pass-a-Grille Dog Beach

St. Pete Beach, FL

Pass-a-Grille Dog Beach

Leashed pups are permitted at the designated area of Pass-a-Grille Dog Beach in St. Pete Beach, FL. The portion of beach south of the Merry Pier between First and Third avenues welcomes your dog on a leash. Limited paid parking is available.

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Cocoa Beach

Cocoa Beach, FL

Cocoa Beach

Dogs are welcome on pet-friendly Cocoa Beach between 4th Street South and the north side of Murkshe Park in Cocoa Beach, FL. Please note that dogs are only permitted on this area of the beach from 6am to 10am as well as 4pm to 7pm during standard time or 5pm until 9pm during daylight savings time. Waste disposal points are available at the pet-friendly entrance and owners are reminded to clean up after their pooch when visiting. Fido must be on a leash under 10 feet for the duration of his visit and must stay off the dunes and away from turtle nests.

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Picnic Island Park Dog Beach

Tampa, FL

Picnic Island Park Dog Beach

Picnic Island Park Dog Beach is a sandy off-leash retreat for dogs in Tampa, FL. This park offers Fido ocean access and endless opportunities to play on the sand and in the water. There are also picnic tables for humans. The dog beach, located just south of the fishing pier, is a coastal open space and does not have any fully enclosed areas.

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Dog Beach of Hollywood

Hollywood, FL

Dog Beach of Hollywood

Head out to the Dog Beach of Hollywood in Florida, where all members of your family, canines included, can enjoy fun at the beach. Daily passes and six-month passes are available from a park ranger during dog beach hours or The Department of Recreation and Cultural Arts, 1405 S. 28th Avenue. The Dog Beach of Hollywood is monitored by a park ranger, however, good dog park etiquette is highly encouraged regardless. Aggressive dogs are not tolerated, and owners are expected to clean up their dog’s waste. Furthermore, dogs are not allowed on the beach outside the designated hours or location.

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Anne's Beach

Islamorada, FL

Anne's Beach

Anne's Beach is a very secluded dog-friendly beach with plenty of shade in Islamorada, FL. There are poop bags and even a fresh water bowl for dogs available on occasion. Dogs must be leashed when hanging out on the beach.

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Perdido Key River Road Park

Pensacola, FL

Perdido Key River Road Park

Perdido Key River Road Park in Pensacola, FL, is a pet-friendly beach. Dogs are free to roam off-leash in the separate, completely enclosed areas for large and small dogs. The beach is narrow but fenced on the sides and has beautiful sand and great swimming opportunities for pups. There's a pavilion for shade but no fresh water for dogs to hydrate, so make sure you bring some for yourself and your dog.

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Keewaydin Island

Naples, FL

Keewaydin Island

Dog-friendly Keeywadin Island in Naples, FL is a sanctuary for wildlife and recreation. The 8-mile long barrier island is one of southwest Florida’s largest unabridged barrier islands. Dogs are allowed on the beach, but they must be leashed. A boat is needed to access the island and there are no facilities once you arrive. If you're in need of a boat, there are several rental companies that allow dogs in the Naples area, including Naples Bay Resort & Marina.

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Fernandina Beach at North Beach Park

Fernandina Beach, FL

Fernandina Beach at North Beach Park

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at pet-friendly Fernandina Beach at North Beach Park on Amelia Island, located off of Florida's east coast in Fernandina Beach. As long as your pup is on a leash, they can join you as you wander on the sand and in the surf of this popular beach. Many other beaches are nearby and welcome leashed dogs as well.

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Key West Dog Beach

Key West, FL

Key West Dog Beach

Key West Dog Beach in Key West, FL is dog friendly. Fido will have some fun in the sun at this popular spot but be sure to keep a close eye on your pup, as this is a rocky beach. After getting a little exercise on the beach, head over to Louie's Backyard, which is located next door to the Dog Beach and is a pet-friendly restaurant and bar to grab a refreshing beverage and bite to eat.

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Bird Key Park

Sarasota, FL

Bird Key Park

Leashed dogs are welcome at Bird Key Park, a pet-friendly park in Sarasota, FL. This park features a beach area, walking paths, pavilions, picnic tables, drinking fountains and more. Enjoy the view of the Sarasota Bay while you walk or sit with Fido!

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Neptune Beach

Neptune Beach, FL

Neptune Beach

Neptune Beach is pet friendly! Dogs are only permitted on Jacksonville Beach and Neptune Beach before 9:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. Dogs must be on a leash and have a current rabies tag. Dog owners must clean up after their dogs.

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