Dog beach · Long Beach, WA

Dogs at Long Beach

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

Yes, dogs are welcome along the 28-mile Long Beach Peninsula; city law requires an 8-foot-or-shorter leash, though enforcement on the open beach is relaxed for well-behaved dogs.

Dogs allowed on the beach; city ordinance requires an 8-ft-max leash. Sections managed as WA State Parks Seashore Conservation Area require pets under physical control on a leash.

Where dogs can go

Dogs allowed on the beach; city ordinance requires an 8-ft-max leash. Sections managed as WA State Parks Seashore Conservation Area require pets under physical control on a leash.

Leash and beach rules

Keep dogs under control for the safety of other dogs, wildlife, and horses that also use the beach.

Service animals

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

Official source
Long Beach, WA
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Last verified 2026-07-09

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Long Beach?

Yes, dogs are welcome along the 28-mile Long Beach Peninsula; city law requires an 8-foot-or-shorter leash, though enforcement on the open beach is relaxed for well-behaved dogs. Dogs allowed on the beach; city ordinance requires an 8-ft-max leash. Sections managed as WA State Parks Seashore Conservation Area require pets under physical control on a leash.

What is the dog rule at Long Beach?

Keep dogs under control for the safety of other dogs, wildlife, and horses that also use the beach.

Are service animals allowed at Long Beach?

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