A PERFECT DAY AT THE BEACH includes a blanket, umbrella, picnic and a good book. Yet, seaside excursions are made even better by having the whole family there. That means bringing along our four legged, much loved and devoted dogs. And after being cooped up on a long passage, who doesn’t need to run, sniff and swim? Florida has lots of wonderful beaches, and many welcome our furry companions.Quite a few more allow dogs on-leash, but this list presents Florida’s surfside places that permit pooches to romp around untethered. Sometimes, you just gotta let them run.
ATLANTIC COAST DOG-FRIENDLY BEACHES
NEW SMYRNA BEACH DOG PARK Located at 2641 Paige Avenue, the 1.2 acre fenced-in area separates the big dogs from the petite pups, while grassy areas keep their paws cool on sunny days. A shelter offers shade, as well as water fountains for both dogs and humans. (cityofnsb.com/767/Mainland-Parks) WALTON ROCKS DOG BEACH, JENSEN BEACH This beach stretches for miles along South Ocean Drive and covers 24 acres of pristine waterfront property. Be sure to B.Y.O. food and water, but you will find a washing station and poop bags on site. If you plan to hang out, an umbrella and blanket are recommended, as the beach is not shaded. Free parking is a plus, along with picnic tables, restrooms and pavilions. (stlucieco.gov/things-to-do/recreation/beaches/ walton-rocks-beach-dog-park) JUPITER BEACH DOG BEACH When you park, the city prefers that your dog is leashed as you walk from the car to the 2.5 miles of beach in Palm Beach County from Marker #25 at Marcinski Road to Marker #57 at Carlin Park. Jupiter loves their canines so much that they provide free poop bags.The rest is up to you for enjoyment at this gorgeous beach. (jupiter.fl.us/437/ Dogs-on-the-Beach)
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