Dog beach · Ocean City, MD

Dogs at Ocean City Beach

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

Dogs are allowed on Ocean City's beach and boardwalk only in the off-season, October 1 through April 30.

Leashed dogs permitted on the beach and boardwalk Oct 1-Apr 30; year-round off-leash access at the 94th Street bayside Dog Playground.

Where dogs can go

Leashed dogs permitted on the beach and boardwalk Oct 1-Apr 30; year-round off-leash access at the 94th Street bayside Dog Playground.

Where or when dogs are not allowed

Beach and boardwalk are off-limits to dogs May 1-Sep 30.

Leash and beach rules

Leash required when walking around town; owners must clean up waste; the Dog Playground is the only permitted off-leash area.

Service animals

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

Official source
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Last verified 2026-07-09

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Ocean City Beach?

Dogs are allowed on Ocean City's beach and boardwalk only in the off-season, October 1 through April 30. Leashed dogs permitted on the beach and boardwalk Oct 1-Apr 30; year-round off-leash access at the 94th Street bayside Dog Playground.

What is the dog rule at Ocean City Beach?

Leash required when walking around town; owners must clean up waste; the Dog Playground is the only permitted off-leash area.

When are dogs not allowed at Ocean City Beach?

Beach and boardwalk are off-limits to dogs May 1-Sep 30.

Are service animals allowed at Ocean City Beach?

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