Dog beach · Tierra Verde, FL

Dogs at Fort De Soto Park, Paw Playground

Can I bring my dog, and where on the sand?
Dog-friendly

Yes, Fort De Soto's Paw Playground is a designated off-leash dog beach and park open daily.

Two fenced off-leash areas (small-dog and large-dog beaches) within the park, open during regular park hours (7 a.m. to sunset).

Where dogs can go

Two fenced off-leash areas (small-dog and large-dog beaches) within the park, open during regular park hours (7 a.m. to sunset).

Leash and beach rules

Leash required to and from the off-leash area; dogs must be licensed and vaccinated with tags displayed; limit of 3 dogs per handler (16+); owners must fill dug holes and clean up waste; aggressive dogs not allowed.

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 Fort De Soto Park, Paw Playground?

Yes, Fort De Soto's Paw Playground is a designated off-leash dog beach and park open daily. Two fenced off-leash areas (small-dog and large-dog beaches) within the park, open during regular park hours (7 a.m. to sunset).

What is the dog rule at Fort De Soto Park, Paw Playground?

Leash required to and from the off-leash area; dogs must be licensed and vaccinated with tags displayed; limit of 3 dogs per handler (16+); owners must fill dug holes and clean up waste; aggressive dogs not allowed.

Are service animals allowed at Fort De Soto Park, Paw Playground?

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