Pets are allowed on the beach (10 ft leash max) outside of closed nesting areas; they're not allowed on the North Pond Wildlife Trail or its service road, and can't cross to the west side of NC Highway 12 except in parking areas.
North Pond Wildlife Trail and service road, west side of NC Highway 12 outside parking areas, seasonal bird/turtle closures
Pets must be leashed at all times on a national wildlife refuge, and are usually limited to designated trails, roads, and public-use areas. Many refuges close sensitive habitat to pets to protect wildlife, so check the refuge page before you go.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Leashed dogs can walk the beach at Pea Island, but they're shut out of the wildlife trails. Pets are allowed on the beach (10 ft leash max) outside of closed nesting areas; they're not allowed on the North Pond Wildlife Trail or its service road, and can't cross to the west side of NC Highway 12 except in parking areas.
Pets must be leashed at all times on a national wildlife refuge, and are usually limited to designated trails, roads, and public-use areas. Many refuges close sensitive habitat to pets to protect wildlife, so check the refuge page before you go.
North Pond Wildlife Trail and service road, west side of NC Highway 12 outside parking areas, seasonal bird/turtle closures
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.