Reminder- Seasonal dog leash rules are currently in effect. Below is a refresher on the the year round leash rules for all public beaches, to include Wells Beach, Crescent Beach and Drakes Island Beach.
- Between April 1 and June 15, dogs are allowed on the beach at all times but MUST be on a leash and under the charge of a responsible person
- Between June 16 and September 15, dogs are NOT permitted on the beach from 8am to 6pm. Before 8am and after 6pm, dogs are allowed on the beaches but MUST be on a leash and under the charge of a responsible person.
- Between September 16 and March 31, dogs are permitted on the beach at all times. The control of dogs is enforced by the Dog at Large Town Ordinance which is written based off of the Maine State Law.
According to the Town Ordinance for Dogs at Large, "any dog leaving the property of its owner or custodian must be on a leash of suitable strength or must be under the supervision and verbal control of its master."
- Please be aware, Harbor Park is NOT considered a beach and the rule for dogs is enforced as the Dog at Large Town Ordinance, above.
Please note: These restrictions do not apply to dogs on the property of their owner or on another property with the owner's permission, Seeing Eye dogs or other dogs assisting an individual with a disability or working police dogs.
Additional information regarding animal control can be found here.