Dyer Prince Beach (Rock Harbor)

No dogs 9am to 4pm, from June 15 to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)

The one Eastham exception: dogs on a leash before 9am and after 4pm in season.

Source: Town of Eastham, dog rules leaflet. Checked October 27, 2026.

Shorebird nesting areas can close to dogs at short notice. Follow the signs at the beach.

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Town of Eastham: the rule in full

No dogs on town beaches or beach parking lots from June 15 to Labor Day, except near Rock Harbor (Dyer Prince Road), on a leash, before 9am and after 4pm.

Dog walks nearby

• Nauset Bike TrailNo dogs from May 1 to October 31. Dogs on a leash from November 1 to April 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Doane TrailDogs on a leash all year
• Head of the Meadow Bike TrailDogs on a leash all year

Nearby beaches

• Skaket BeachNo dogs from the Friday before Memorial Day to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• First Encounter BeachNo dogs from June 15 to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Crosby Landing BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Linnell Landing BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Thumpertown BeachNo dogs from June 15 to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)