Beach Walks
- Open to Dogs Starting: September 16thClosed to Dogs Starting: April 1stRestrooms: YesVessels heading to and from NY along the Jersey coastline depended on this lighthouse to avoid the shoals near the shoreline. The light, affectionately known as Barney, was originally lit Read more...
- Restrooms: NoHike from one end of the park to the other along the rocky shoreline. Take in gorgeous views and walk around the historic Beavertail Lighthouse, built in 1856! The original Read more...
- Restrooms: NoWaste Disposal: NoEnjoy beautiful views of the Long Island Sound, and plenty of wildlife viewing on these trails! Please note that dogs and horses are not allowed on the beach from April Read more...
- Restrooms: YesLocated on the former grounds of a former grand estate once owned by William Brenton. Two centuries later Theodore M. Davis built his distinctive house, “The Reef” here. During WWII Read more...
- Restrooms: YesWaste Disposal: YesDogs are allowed on the beach daily, prior to its opening, and after its closing, and also anytime after Labor Day, before Memorial Day. Fun Facts & Sights to Read more...
- Restrooms: YesWaste Disposal: YesCamp Hero is 415 acres of varying landscape, including woodlands, beach, and wetlands. An extensive trail system is available for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Fun Facts & Sights Read more...
- Open to Dogs Starting: September 16thClosed to Dogs Starting: April 1stRestrooms: YesFeaturing the beautiful Cape May lighthouse, the park is also a hotspot for migrating birds! The beach is closed to dogs April 1st-September 15th, and dogs are never permitted Read more...
- EasyRestrooms: YesWaste Disposal: YesThis scenic park offers views of Gardiner’s Bay, and you can hike along the beach all the way to the Cedar Island Light! Fun Facts & Sights to See: Read more...
- 3-5miRestrooms: NoThe 3.5 mile Cliff Walk takes you along the eastern shore of Newport, RI. Take in the natural beauty of the area, as well as the history of the gilded Read more...
- Restrooms: NoneWaste Disposal: NoThis hidden gem offers an extensive trail system for hiking, as well as access to the Long Island Sound! Fun Facts & Sights to See: Local History: was once Read more...
- Price: $20Restrooms: YesWaste Disposal: YesDogs are allowed on the boardwalk and trail (approx 0.5 mile) Fun Facts & Sights to See: Know Before You Go: $20 day fee, or $35 season pass for Read more...
- Restrooms: YesWaste Disposal: NoDogs are not permitted in the area with lifeguards and at the pavilion, but are allowed on the outer beach. This beach is a hot spot for seal watching in Read more...
- Restrooms: NoneAlso known as the 8th Avenue Dog Beach, dogs can enjoy this stretch of sand year-round, and may also enjoy the boardwalk September 15-May 15. Read more...
- EasyRestrooms: NoneWaste Disposal: NoThis park is open year round and in addition to being dog friendly, offers a good place to launch kayaks, is a great picnic spot, and also connects to the Read more...
- Restrooms: YesWaste Disposal: YesThis lakefront park has it all, sandy beaches, shoreline bluffs, and woodlands! There are campgrounds and cabin areas. Dogs are allowed in campsites and day use areas, unless otherwise noted. Read more...
- Restrooms: YesWaste Disposal: YesJinx Thinks: This was the first time I traveled to a new island! I enjoyed my visit to Fire Island. I got to walk around on the sand, saw the Read more...
- Jinx Thinks: I’m a water dog, so I love when we walk to the beach here. There’s a path that goes straight to it from the parking lot, but I Read more...
- Restrooms: YesPets are permitted to visit bayside beaches year round, and on oceanside beaches from September 15th- March 15th. All pets must be on a leash! Read more...
- Restrooms: NoPlumb Beach is open to dogs year round! It can only be accessed via the eastbound lane of the Belt Parkway, between exits 9 & 11, and is open daily Read more...
- Restrooms: NoneWaste Disposal: NoThis small, passive park on the Great South Bay features a boardwalk with benches, and a section of beach on the bay. Read more...
- Restrooms: YesFeaturing over 2 miles of beach, as well as a boardwalk. Leashed pets are permitted in the picnic area year round, and allowed on the beach from 9/30-4/1 ONLY. Read more...
- Restrooms: NoWaste Disposal: NoDogs are technically not allowed at Hither Hills while the park is open, however there is part of the beach, which you can reach by way of Neapeague Harbor Rd. Read more...
- Easy1-3miRestrooms: NoneWaste Disposal: NoThis park has several transitions from beach grass to pine tree canopy, to prairie grass and salt marsh. Wildlife abounds from molluscs to birds, reptiles and turtles. The park Read more...
- Restrooms: YesWaste Disposal: YesOpen to the public year round, this 275 acre park offers a variety of activities, including hiking & camping! Fun Facts & Sights to See: Natural History: what was Read more...
- Restrooms: NoWaste Disposal: NoOver 87 nearly untouched acres of nature preserve right on the Great South Bay! Featuring tall grass, wetlands and a small beach, you’re sure to see a variety of wildlife, Read more...
- Restrooms: NoEnjoy the hiking trails that lead to the beach! You may even see seals seasonally! Read more...
- Open to Dogs Starting: 08/31Closed to Dogs Starting: 05/01Restrooms: noWaste Disposal: YesJinx Thinks: I officially love the beach. The park was fun to romp in for a bit, but the bluff area was my favorite part of this walk. There were Read more...
- 3-5miRestrooms: NoneWaste Disposal: NoOffers outer beach access and outer beach camping, as well as an extensive trail system. The Big Reed Pond Nature Trails are nice for canine hikers, color coded to make Read more...