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Dog beach · Gloucester, MA

Dogs at Good Harbor Beach

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

Only off-season, dogs are prohibited April 1 through September 30.

Dogs allowed October 1 - March 31; off-leash permitted on even-numbered calendar days, leash required on odd-numbered days.

Where dogs can go

Dogs allowed October 1 - March 31; off-leash permitted on even-numbered calendar days, leash required on odd-numbered days.

Where or when dogs are not allowed

Beach closed to dogs April 1 - September 30.

Leash and beach rules

Even/odd-day off-leash rule adopted under City of Gloucester ordinance to protect piping plovers.

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

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Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Good Harbor Beach?

Only off-season, dogs are prohibited April 1 through September 30. Dogs allowed October 1 - March 31; off-leash permitted on even-numbered calendar days, leash required on odd-numbered days.

What is the dog rule at Good Harbor Beach?

Even/odd-day off-leash rule adopted under City of Gloucester ordinance to protect piping plovers.

When are dogs not allowed at Good Harbor Beach?

Beach closed to dogs April 1 - September 30.

Are service animals allowed at Good Harbor Beach?

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