Dog beach · Queens (Rockaway), NY

Dogs at Jacob Riis Park

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

Only off-season, dogs are barred from the ocean-side beach March 15 through September 15.

Leashed dogs (6-ft max) allowed on the ocean-side beach September 16 through March 14; leashed dogs allowed on multi-use paths and paved roads year-round.

Where dogs can go

Leashed dogs (6-ft max) allowed on the ocean-side beach September 16 through March 14; leashed dogs allowed on multi-use paths and paved roads year-round.

Where or when dogs are not allowed

Ocean-side beach closed to dogs March 15 - September 15 (piping plover nesting season).

Leash and beach rules

Managed by the National Park Service as part of Gateway National Recreation Area; pets not allowed in campgrounds.

Service animals

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

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Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Jacob Riis Park?

Only off-season, dogs are barred from the ocean-side beach March 15 through September 15. Leashed dogs (6-ft max) allowed on the ocean-side beach September 16 through March 14; leashed dogs allowed on multi-use paths and paved roads year-round.

What is the dog rule at Jacob Riis Park?

Managed by the National Park Service as part of Gateway National Recreation Area; pets not allowed in campgrounds.

When are dogs not allowed at Jacob Riis Park?

Ocean-side beach closed to dogs March 15 - September 15 (piping plover nesting season).

Are service animals allowed at Jacob Riis Park?

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