Leashed (6 ft), crated, or otherwise restrained dogs allowed on most seashore beaches and the Bodie Island Lighthouse grounds/boardwalk year-round.
Designated swimming beaches (Coquina Beach, Buxton Beach, Ocracoke Day Use Area) during summer; park buildings.
6-foot leash, crate, or physical restraint required; owner must carry a waste bag and remove feces at all times.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Leashed dogs are allowed on most of Cape Hatteras National Seashore, but not on designated swimming beaches in summer. Leashed (6 ft), crated, or otherwise restrained dogs allowed on most seashore beaches and the Bodie Island Lighthouse grounds/boardwalk year-round.
6-foot leash, crate, or physical restraint required; owner must carry a waste bag and remove feces at all times.
Designated swimming beaches (Coquina Beach, Buxton Beach, Ocracoke Day Use Area) during summer; park buildings.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.