Journeying Through New Jersey with
Your Furry Friend
Guide To New Jersey Pet Travel.
Listed here are NJ pet friendly attractions and
things to do on a trip with your pet.
Pet Friendly Jersey Shore Beach Towns
Asbury Park - 8th Ave Dog Beach
8th and Ocean
This dog friendly beach is located at the extreme northern edge of Asbury Park --- north of the signs saying surfers only and north of the retirement home.
The beach is open for pets. During the summer from May 16 to September 14, dogs are permitted in the evenings and early mornings from 6 p.m. to 8:30 a.m only. After September 14th, there are no restrictions.
Fisherman's Cove Conservation Area - Manasquan
A 52 acre tract on the Manasquan Inlet. It is used for fishing, walking on the beach and sunbathing. A portion of the beach is designated as dog free. Dog owners can enjoy the front (east) portion of the beach while the back (west) portion of the beach is preserved for other beach activities. Dogs must be on-leash everywhere in the park
Barnegat Light Dog Park
The Barnegat Light Dog Park is on the north end of Long Beach Island in Barnegat Light, NJ. This pup recreation area features a double-gated entrance and dually functions as a ball field. All dog park users must obtain a dog park gate entry card and dog park tag.
Located at 42nd Street & Bayshore Avenue
A one-time application with a fee of $25 per year is required for each dog entering the park and can be found at the City Clerk's office.
Cape May Dog Parks
Cape May is a dog friendly Jersey Shore resort town with muliple dog parks and and a dog friendly beaches.
Dogs are permitted on Cape May City Beaches during the months of November, December, January, February and March.
The Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area allows dogs from September 1 to April 30.
Cape May Point Beaches allows dogs from November 1 through March 14.
Sunset Beach allows dogs
September 15 to April 15.
Island Beach State Park
During the winter months, dogs are allowed on all of the beaches, but must be on a 6 foot or less leash.
Longport Dog Beach (Near Ocean City)
Located on the Longport side of the Longport - Ocean City Bridge @
Ocean Drive and Route 152
Dogs are welcomed to enjoy the sand and water. Owners must bring their own water and waste disposal items
From October 2nd to May 14th dogs and other animals shall be permitted upon beaches and access ways unleashed.
Leashed dogs are permitted on beaches between May 15th and October 1st, only between sunrise and 10:00 a.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to sunset,
Sandy Hook (Gateway National Park)
Gateway National Park at Sandy Hook is a 'dog friendly' beach on the Inlet side of the Hook but your dogs must be leashed at all times.
The Sandy Hook Bay side of the park is ideal for pets. Leashed dogs are allowed year-round at Plum Island and Horseshoe Cove. Pets afe not allowed on ocean-side beaches between March 15 and September 15.
Located between Glenwood and Maple Avenues in Wldwood, NJ. The dog park is open daily, and the dog beach is open from dawn to dusk. Fresh water and clean up bags are available on site.
Tips for a NJ Pet Friendly Boat Ride
The general rule is that dogs are not allowed on the touring boats, though they are allowed on watercraft rentalswith no additional fee
Though exceptions do exist. Here are a few pet friendly watercraft vendors:
Cape May Whale Watcher
Cape May, NJ
Dogs are welcome aboard the 110 foot Cape May Whale Watcher for the whale and dolphin tours for no additional fee. The owners have dogs and welcome guests with dogs. Dogs must be under the owner's control.
Miss Chris Marina
Cape May, NJ
Dogs are allowed on the Miss Chris Marina for their Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruises .
Cruisin' Tikis South Jersey
Sea Isle City, NJ
This pet-friendly, Polynesian Island-style tour lets you enjoy your trip with your pet. Please contact them before your trip if you would like to bring your dog on board.
For pet owners seeking more in depth information on travelling with pets, visit The Ultimate Guide to Pet-Friendly Hotels and Travel
