Fort De Soto Park — Paw Playground & dog beach
The only Pinellas County park where dogs are allowed on the beach, in a designated area — plus two fenced dog parks with water stations near the beach.
The rules, verified
- Dogs allowed on the beach in the designated area only
- Two fenced areas (large/small dogs) with water stations
- Leash required outside fenced/designated areas
- Licensed, vaccinated, tagged dogs only; max three dogs per person
Set by Pinellas County Parks & Conservation Resources. Rules change — posted signage and the current ordinance always take precedence over this page.
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Map & directions
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Nearby & related beaches
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Bark Beach at Spanish River Park
Permit required -
Haulover Park — beach access for dogs
Timed off-leash Set hours -
Bark Beach (South Beach)
Off-leash zone -
Oak Island beaches
Seasonal off-leash Seasonal rules
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Verified against: Pinellas County Parks & Conservation Resources — official source (checked 2026-06-11).
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