Dog-Friendly Activities in Seaside Heights, NJ

Heavy Reel Brewing Co. in Seaside Heights, NJ, is a dog-friendly taproom offering a rotating selection of craft beers. Pups are welcome inside and out, and staff often provide water in your dog’s own bowl. A laid-back spot to enjoy bold brews with your furry companion by your side.

Le Petit Garage is a little shop by the sea in Seaside Heights, NJ. The charming store is pet-friendly and housed in a refurbished garage in a very old brick house on the beach. They sell a variety of fabulous goodies like clothing, jewels, handbags, and home decor.

Island Beach State Park is a pet-friendly island barrier on the coast of Seaside Park, NJ. Stretching 10 miles in total, the sand dunes offer a varied and interesting area for plants and animals to thrive. From Memorial Day weekend through the first of October, pets are not permitted on the ocean swimming beaches. Leashed pets are permitted south of these areas during this time period. Pets are not permitted on the Spizzle Creek Bird Blind Trail at any time. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that their pooches leave behind.

Pet-friendly Asbury Park Dog Beach in Asbury Park, NJ welcomes Fido all day long from September 15th to May 15th. From mid-September through mid-May, dogs are permitted in the evenings and early mornings from 6 PM to 8:30 AM only. Dogs must be licensed and supervised at all times and aren't permitted in the dunes. Fido must also be leashed unless in the designated off-leash area.

Dog-friendly Icarus Brewing is a microbrewery in Brick, NJ, where Fido is welcome to join inside the taproom or at an outdoor table. They produce fresh, hand-crafted ales and lagers and serve them in pints and flights. Their beer garden has lots of seating with umbrella shaded tables and you're welcome to bring your own food to enjoy with your brew.

Fisherman's Cove Conservation Area in Manasquan, NJ is the last undeveloped tract on the Manasquan Inlet. The 55-acre site is a great place to fish, walk on the beach, or go sunbathing. Dogs are welcome at Eastern section of the beach, but they must be leashed at all times to preserve the delicate coastal habitat. Be mindful that the Western section of the beach doesn't allow pets.

Located in Ocean Township, NJ, Hot Sand is New Jersey's first pet-friendly public glass studio. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy a glass-blowing lesson, one of the dog parties on the weekends, and even some walk-in dog art. If you can't hang around too long in-store, you can grab a Hot Paws Kit to use at home. This do-it-yourself glass kit provides you with an impression of your pooches' paw that can easily be rendered at home, giving you a lasting memory of your beloved canine companion.

Oyster Creek Brewing Company, located in Waretown, NJ, is a dog-friendly nanobrewery that brings a quirky, nuclear-themed touch to South Jersey’s craft beer scene. Fido is welcome inside and outside. Housed in a cozy strip-mall space, the brewery features décor nods to the nearby Oyster Creek Nuclear Power Plant, including thematic murals and cleverly named brews. With around 16 rotating taps serving up unique and seasonal offerings, a relaxed, neighborly vibe, and an inviting outdoor seating area steps from a bike trail, it’s a welcoming stop with Fido!

Last Wave Brewing Company has a pet-friendly brewery in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you inside or at a table in their outdoor beer garden. Their craft beer is available on tap and they also offer cans and bottles to go. Outside food can be brought in to enjoy with their beverages.

ManaFirkin Brewing Company is a pet-friendly brewery in Manahawkin, NJ that welcomes pups both inside their taproom and outside at tables on their patio. Stop by and check out their selection of housemade beers, such as their Alentines Ale, Cobra Kai, East Bay Blonde and First Degree Burn. No food is available on site, but they welcome you to bring your own.

Bring Fido for a day of play at the Ocean County Dog Park in Lakewood, NJ. It features a spacious 4-acre fenced area with separate sections for large and small dogs. A permit is required before entering.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Eno's Pond County Park, a 28-acre recreation area in Forked River, NJ. The pet-friendly paved and unpaved trails weave through open fields, wooded areas, observations decks, and around Eno's Pond. There's also a conservation area, children's playground, picnic area with grills, and restrooms.

Camping World of New Jersey is a pet-friendly store in Lakewood, NJ. This popular camping emporium offers RV accessories and repair services, plus other camping equipment. Dogs are welcome inside the store on a leash.

Bring Fido for a stroll or picnic on Bay Head Beach in Bay Head, NJ. After Labor Day, leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you enjoy this beautiful beach. Dogs are not permitted in the summer.

Bring your pet to play off-leash at this fenced dog park in Bayville, NJ! It features wide open and wooded areas as well as a separate section for small dogs. Registration at the Parks Office required.

The Hungry Puppy, a dog-friendly pet food and supply retailer, opened the Hungry Puppy Dog Park, a safe environment where pet owners can bring their dogs to socialize in Farmingdale, NJ. This pup recreation area is a free park and is open to the public, and features a double-gated entrance, pup agility equipment and benches for humans.

Leashed dogs can join you both inside and out at Seven Sons Brewing, a family-owned, pet-friendly microbrewery in Howell, NJ. You can sample a variety of their artisan craft beers like the Oatmeal Stout, a Pumpernickel Rye Porter or their Hazy IPA. You are welcome to bring your own food or have some delivered from a nearby eatery.

Bring Fido to splash in the water at the pet-friendly Barnegat Light Beaches in Barnegat Light, NJ. Dogs are only allowed on the beaches from October 1st through April 15th. All pups visiting must be on a leash at all times, and owners must clean up after them.

Check out the pet-friendly Manasquan Reservoir in Howell, NJ. This 1,208-acre park welcomes leashed pups on their trails.

The Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Manasquan! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.