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Dogs at Robert Moses State Park

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Limited access

Partly, dogs are banned from the beach and boardwalks but can be walked leashed in select non-beach areas.

There isn't beach access for dogs; leashed dogs are limited to parking-area edges and a few non-beach paths.

Where dogs are allowed

There isn't beach access for dogs; leashed dogs are limited to parking-area edges and a few non-beach paths.

Where dogs are not allowed

Beaches, boardwalks, and picnic areas

Good to know

6-foot leash maximum in the areas where dogs are permitted.

Leash rule

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

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 Robert Moses State Park?

Partly, dogs are banned from the beach and boardwalks but can be walked leashed in select non-beach areas. There isn't beach access for dogs; leashed dogs are limited to parking-area edges and a few non-beach paths.

What is the leash rule at Robert Moses State Park?

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Where are dogs not allowed at Robert Moses State Park?

Beaches, boardwalks, and picnic areas

Are service animals allowed at Robert Moses State Park?

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