Dog beach · Wells, ME

Dogs at Wells Beach

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

Yes, but only outside of the summer midday hours, dogs must be off the beach 8am-6pm from June 16 to Sept 15.

Leashed dogs allowed anytime Sept 16 - Mar 31; leashed dogs allowed before 8am/after 6pm June 16 - Sept 15; leashed at all times April 1 - June 15.

Where dogs can go

Leashed dogs allowed anytime Sept 16 - Mar 31; leashed dogs allowed before 8am/after 6pm June 16 - Sept 15; leashed at all times April 1 - June 15.

Where or when dogs are not allowed

Beach closed to dogs 8am-6pm daily from June 16 through September 15.

Leash and beach rules

Leash required per Town Ordinance 86-1 year-round; service dogs for handicapped persons exempted.

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 Wells Beach?

Yes, but only outside of the summer midday hours, dogs must be off the beach 8am-6pm from June 16 to Sept 15. Leashed dogs allowed anytime Sept 16 - Mar 31; leashed dogs allowed before 8am/after 6pm June 16 - Sept 15; leashed at all times April 1 - June 15.

What is the dog rule at Wells Beach?

Leash required per Town Ordinance 86-1 year-round; service dogs for handicapped persons exempted.

When are dogs not allowed at Wells Beach?

Beach closed to dogs 8am-6pm daily from June 16 through September 15.

Are service animals allowed at Wells Beach?

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