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Town of Barnstable: dogs on beaches

Mid Cape, Massachusetts

No dogs or other pets on town bathing beaches or their parking lots from May 15 to September 15. Dogs must be leashed year-round in town.

Source: Barnstable Code, Chapter 401A (Bathing Beaches). Checked October 27, 2026.

Beaches and walks

  • Craigville BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
  • Kalmus BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
  • Sea Street BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
  • Keyes Memorial BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
  • Dowses BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
  • Millway BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
  • Sandy Neck BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)