find the best beaches that allow dogs in Bourne
Bourne has beaches on two coastlines: Buzzards Bay to the south and Cape Cod Bay to the north. The public beaches don’t allow dogs during the summer, but you can visit in the offseason
- learn dog rules for Bourne beaches
- Find out where to get a beach sticker
- Find nearby beaches open to dogs in the summer
See below for a full list of public beaches in bourne, ma, and to learn about other fun activities for pets nearby.
Dog rules for Bourne Beaches
Dogs aren’t allowed on public beaches in Bourne in the summer, so you’ll need to drive a bit to find pet-friendly beaches.
But like many towns on cape cod, you can take your dogs in the offseason.
- Bourne doesn’t allow dogs on public beaches from May 1st – October 15th
- Dogs are only allowed on the beach in the off-season
- Remember to always clean up poop
- All public beaches and boat ramps require a Town of Bourne Parking Sticker
- All other Bourne beaches are resident only, except for Monument beach which requires proof of 1 or 2 week lodging for temporary sticker
How to get a beach sticker in Bourne
Bourne beach parking stickers are required year-round. Note that some beaches here are resident only.
Bourne beaches that allow dogs
Here is a list of all the public beaches in Bourne, Massachusetts.
Barlows Landing
498 Barlows Landing road, Bourne
Electric Avenue Beach
32 Gardinier Ave., Buzzards Bay
Gray Gables Beach
21 Gilder road, Bourne
Hen Cove
180 Circuit Ave., Bourne
Massasoit Avenue
Massasoit Ave., Pocasset
Monks Park
Valley Bars Circle, Bourne
Monument Beach
22 Emmons road, Bourne
Picture Lake
11 Old County Road, Pocasset
Queen Sewell (aka Bumps) Pond
Cherry Street, Buzzards Bay
Sagamore Beach (aka First Beach)
Standish Road, Sagamore Beach
Sagamore Beach (aka Second Beach)
Sagamore road, Sagamore Beach
Squeteague Harbor Beach
18 Squeteague Harbor road, Bourne
Frequently asked questions
Are there any off-leash dog beaches in Bourne, MA?
Dogs are not allowed off-leash on beaches in Bourne, even in the offseason. If you want an off-leash dog beach during the summer, you’ll need to visit Provincetown. The beach on Commercial Street allows dogs to run free off leash in the mornings and evenings all year long.
Are dogs allowed on Bourne beaches in the summertime?
Dogs are only allowed on Bourne’s beaches in the offseason, from from October 16th – April 30th. This applies to all public beaches.
What is the nearest beach where dogs are allowed in the summertime?
For a full list of pet-friendly beaches in the summer, check out our guide to dog-friendly beaches on cape cod.
Accessibility at Bourne Beaches
The following Bourne beaches have ground accessibility mats to assist with transportation to the waterfront:
- Electric Ave. Beach
- Monument Beach
- Gray Gables Beach
- Hen’s Cove Beach
The town also offers a Mobi-Chair floating beach wheelchair that caters to a diverse range of individuals, including wheelchair users, those with special needs, and children. Learn more
Looking for beaches that allow dogs in the summer?
Find dog-friendly beaches on cape cod
Check out our full guide to all of Cape Cod’s beaches to find towns and beaches where dogs are allowed during the summer, including an off-leash dog beach.
Other pet-friendly activities in Bourne
Bourne has lots of great things to do with your dog: restaurants, dog walks and hiking trails, and much more!
Restaurants in Bourne that allow dogs
Bourne has a bunch of dining options that are pet-friendly. Check out a list of all the options.
Kayaking on Cape Cod
The beaches may not allow dogs until the offseason, but there are plenty of great places to kayak in bourne with your pup all summer long.
See a list of all the great places to kayak in bourne and across cape cod.
