Dog beach · Pacific City, OR

Dogs at Cape Kiwanda / Pacific City Beach

Can I bring my dog, and where on the sand?
Limited access

Dogs are welcome, but must stay leashed inside Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area's boundary; on the broader open beach outside the park, dogs may be off-leash under voice control.

Leash required inside the state natural area (dune, headland, and marked park boundary). On Pacific City's beach outside that boundary, dogs may be off-leash under voice control per Oregon's general ocean-shore rule.

Where dogs can go

Leash required inside the state natural area (dune, headland, and marked park boundary). On Pacific City's beach outside that boundary, dogs may be off-leash under voice control per Oregon's general ocean-shore rule.

Leash and beach rules

Leash up on the dune, cape trail, and parking area; horses also use this beach, so keep dogs under close control.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

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Last verified 2026-07-09

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Cape Kiwanda / Pacific City Beach?

Dogs are welcome, but must stay leashed inside Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area's boundary; on the broader open beach outside the park, dogs may be off-leash under voice control. Leash required inside the state natural area (dune, headland, and marked park boundary). On Pacific City's beach outside that boundary, dogs may be off-leash under voice control per Oregon's general ocean-shore rule.

What is the dog rule at Cape Kiwanda / Pacific City Beach?

Leash up on the dune, cape trail, and parking area; horses also use this beach, so keep dogs under close control.

Are service animals allowed at Cape Kiwanda / Pacific City Beach?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.