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Town of Harwich: dogs on beaches

Lower Cape, Massachusetts

No animals or pets on town beaches in the summer season. At Red River Beach, dogs may be walked in the parking lot only, from dawn to 9am and 4:30pm to dusk, Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. The rules sheet doesn't print dates for the main ban; we show the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day season it gives.

Source: Town of Harwich, beach rules and regulations. Checked October 27, 2026.

Beaches and walks

  • Red River BeachNo dogs from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
  • Bank Street BeachNo dogs from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
  • Earle Road BeachNo dogs from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
  • Atlantic Avenue BeachNo dogs from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)