Pet Friendly Beaches in North Carolina

Pet Friendly Beaches in North Carolina

Dog friendly beaches are a pooches’ happy place! From frolicking in the surf, digging in the sand, and soaking up the sun - what’s not to love? North Carolina has dog friendly beaches that your pooch will really dig! We’ve sniffed out the best NC dog friendly beaches that you and your four-legged beach buddy can enjoy together.

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Top Pet Friendly Beaches in North Carolina

Kure Beach, North Carolina
Pack up your furry sidekick and head to dog friendly Kure Beach in North Carolina. Dogs are welcome on-leash on the Kure Beach strand from October 1st to March 31st.  From April 1st through September 30th of each year dogs are not a...
Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
Located in the beautful Outer Banks of North Carolina, this dog friendly beach in Kill Devil Hills, NC is sure to please! Between May 1 and September 30 of each year, no dogs shall be permitted on the public beach between the hours of 9:...
Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Surfs up at pup friendly Carolina Beach, North Carolina! All dogs are required to be on a leash at all times. April 1st - September 30th, dogs are allowed on the beach during restricted hours BEFORE 9:00 AM and AFTER 5:00 PM.  Octob...
Holden Beach, North Carolina
Dog friendly Holden Beach welcomes pooches to enjoy their beautiful beach in North Carolina. Dogs are not allowed on the beach May 20 - September 10, between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. All other dates/times, dogs are welcome. Dogs mu...
Sunset Beach, North Carolina
Plan a trip to dog friendly Sunset Beach with your furry sidekick! Dog are welcome, however, there are some guidelines.  Dogs are not allowed on the beach between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM  f
Hatteras, North Carolina
Cape Hatteras National Seashore is the first national seashore in the country!  It includes many attractions, both natural and historic.  These include lighthouses and lifesaving stations, picnic spots, camping areas, and programs on a s...
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Get away with your pooch to dog friendly Atlantic Beach in North Carolina. Dogs are permitted on the beach strand year-round but must be on-leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed in lifeguard protected areas beyond 20 feet from the wat...
Topsail Island, North Carolina
Relax and unwind at dog friendly Topsail Beach with your pooch! Dogs must be on a leash from May 15th to September 30th. Dogs can be off-leash and under voice command of owner any other time. Your pooch will love this dog friendly beach!...
Ocracoke Island, North Carolina
Ocrakoke Island is the pearl of the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  You and your pup will enjoy exploring this island -- including the beach! Dogs are allowed on the beach year-round if they are restrained on a 6 ft. leash. Pets are...
Bald Head Island, North Carolina
Enjoy a day at the beach with your four-legged sidekick at dog friendly Bald Head Island beach. Dogs must be on-leash during the daytime.  Dogs can run and play off-leash after sunset and before sunrise, except during turtle season, May 1 - N...