Manhattan Beach (off-season courtesy access)
Same NYC pattern: no dogs in beach season; leashed dogs on sand and promenade off-season.
Season: Beach season (May 1 – Oct 1): no dogs on sand. Off-season: leashed dogs permitted
The rules, verified
- No dogs in any NYC bathing facility May 1 – Oct 1
- Off-season leashed access
- License + rabies proof required
Set by NYC Parks. Rules change — posted signage and the current ordinance always take precedence over this page.
More like this: seasonal dog beaches (know the dates)
Map & directions
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Nearby & related beaches
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Coney Island & Brighton Beach (off-season courtesy access)
Seasonal access Seasonal rules -
Rockaway Beach (off-season courtesy access)
Seasonal access Seasonal rules -
Midland & South Beach, Staten Island (off-season courtesy access)
Seasonal access Seasonal rules -
Long Beach (City of Long Beach, NY)
No dogs allowed Seasonal rules
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