Looking for dog-friendly beaches in Miami? We’ve put together a list of great options, including a couple extremely popular ocean-side destinations. You might recognize them from the movies. And, of course, your dog is welcome to share that excitement with you! Click the map below for more information on each location, and scroll down to learn about Miami’s best in dog-friendly beaches.
Top 5 Dog-Friendly Beaches in Miami
- Haulover Beach Park
- Bark Beach at North Shore Open Space Park
- Hobie Island Beach Park
- South Pointe Park
- Lummus Park
1. Haulover Beach Park
- dogs are welcome on Haulover Beach near lifeguard tower 3, where they are allowed to play off-leash from 8 AM to 3 PM
- Haulover also has two enclosed off-leash dog parks for large and small dogs
- bring your $2 entry fee (per vehicle) and enjoy the park all day
2. Bark Beach at North Shore Open Space Park
- explore the park with your leashed dog, or head to Bark Beach for an off-leash experience just for dogs and their humans, with amenities like water, bags, etc.
- a cash fee must be paid to use this beach ($5 for residents and $25 for non-residents)
- visit Bark Beach’s website for more information
3. Hobie Island Beach Park
- enjoy warm water, beach activities, and amenities at this popular and dog-friendly destination
- excepting a toll to pay on the bridge to Hobie Island, use of the park (and parking) is free
- please be aware that this beach is not extremely well-maintained because it is free
4. South Pointe Park
- enjoy walking paths, food, and ocean-side hangouts at this popular destination
- visit the dog park located within the park, or head to the beach and see if you can catch a film crew in action
- dogs must be leashed
5. Lummus Park
- this popular beachfront park offers prime people-watching, shopping and food, a dedicated dog park, and a swath of sandy beach to play on
- if you’re into fitness, consider showing off your moves at the pull-up bar and the other adult gym equipment at Lummus Park
- dogs must be leashed
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