Pets are great companions for enjoying the out-of-doors. However, bringing your pet to Cape Cod National Seashore beaches during the summer season requires extra planning. Please consult the website or stop by a visitor center to review pet restrictions before your visit. Note that regulations and temporary or seasonal closures that apply to the six national seashore beaches may vary from regulations at town beaches. Please check with towns about their respective regulations; see links, below. Recurring Seasonal Pet ClosuresThe following seasonal pet closures are in effect annually April 1 through October 15 to protect nesting and staging shorebirds:
Additional Pet ClosuresDue to the unpredictable nature of nesting and staging shorebirds, additional pet closures beyond the recurring seasonal pet closures may be needed. Pet closures are subject to change daily. Pay attention to pet signage at beach entrances for shorebird closures. Signs and active pet closures on the beach take precedence over information on the website. There may be a short delay between installing closures and updating the website. Town-managed beaches and town property pet regulations may differ from seashore regulations. Check out each Town's beach website below:Where leashed pets are permitted parkwide:
Where pets are not permitted:
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Last updated: April 3, 2024