find the best beaches that allow dogs in Truro, Mass.
Truro beaches are located on the outer cape and face either the open Atlantic Ocean or cape cod bay.
Cape Cod Bay beaches are gentler and a bit warmer than the beaches facing the open ocean.
- Learn dog rules for Truro 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 Truro, and to learn about other fun activities for pets nearby.
Dog rules for Beaches in Truro, Mass.
Dog rules for Truro public beaches
- Dogs are not allowed between the hours of 9:00 am and 6:00 pm, from the third Saturday in June through Labor Day
- Dogs are allowed from the day after Labor Day through the third Friday in June.
- Pets are not allowed in areas protected due to plovers nesting.
Dog rules for head of the meadow beach (national seashore)
- leashed dogs are allowed at some National Seashore beaches in the summer, but Head of the Meadow is usually closed to pets due to nesting shorebirds. Check the national seashore dogs page for updates
How to get a beach sticker in Truro, Mass.
Town beach parking stickers (weekly or seasonal) are available at the town of Truro website. You can also purchase daily passes at the entrance of Corn Hill and Head of the Meadow beaches.
- Purchase beach stickers & pricing info: click here
- Truro beach rules and regulations: click here
The National Seashore side of Head of the Meadow beach sells daily and seasonal passes. Seasonal passes are good at all seashore beaches and are a great deal!
Truro beaches that allow dogs
Truro beaches that are located eon cape cod bay are known for gentle wave conditions that are perfect for families. Beaches facing the open ocean are have much stronger surf, are there are lots of seals — and sharks!
Ballston Beach
Residents Only
Beach Point
no sticker required, Residents Only
Cold Storage Beach at Pond Village
Residents only
Great Hollow Beach
Residents Only
Coast Guard Road Beach
Residents Only
Corn Hill Beach
public parking available
Head of the Meadow (town-managed side)
Public parking available
Head of the Meadow (National Seashore side)
Public parking available
Long Neck Beach
Residents Only
Noons Landing
No sticker required
Ryder Beach
Residents Only
Frequently asked questions
Are dogs allowed on Truro town beaches in the summertime?
Dogs are not allowed on the town beaches during the summer unless it’s before 9am or after 6pm.
Are dogs allowed on national seashore beaches in Truro?
Dogs are allowed on some National Seashore beaches in the summer, but usually Head of the Meadow is restricted to pets. Try Herring Cove beach nearby if you want a nice beach to visit with your pet in the summer.
Are there any off-leash dog beaches in Truro?
No, Truro requires dogs to be on a leash when they’re allowed on the public beaches, on both town-owned and national seashore beaches.
Does Truro have ORV driving trails?
Coast Guard Road Beach has an oversand driving trail that is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore, but it’s only for nighttime fishing and is almost always closed.
There also are ORV trails at Corn Hill Beach and Beach Point Landing. More info on town of truro website
How do I get a permit to drive on Cape Cod National Seashore beaches?
Oversand driving permits are available at Race Point Beach in provincetown. They’re good for Race Point, and sometimes High Head, Coast Guard Road, and Head of the Meadow.
Usually Race Point OSV trails are closed for much of the summer due to nesting shorebirds, and the rest of the National Seashore OSV corridor Including high head, head of the meadow, and coast guard road beach is almost always closed too. Learn more about oversand driving on cape cod
Are there sharks on truro beaches?
Yes. There are lots of seals and sharks on beaches in truro that are facing the open Atlantic Ocean.
You’re less likely to spot a great white shark in Cape Cod Bay, but they’re still there.
While the risk of getting bitten is low, there is still a risk.
Looking for more beaches that allow dogs in the summer?
Coast Guard Road Beach: a visitor’s guide
Coast Guard Road Beach is an amazing beach with a small residents-only parking lot, but it’s a short walk from a nearby campground so it gets a good amount of foot traffic.
The oversand driving trail here is usually closed, but when open it’s available for night fishing.
Head of the Meadow Beach: a visitor’s guide
Learn everything you need to know to plan a fun day at Head of the Meadow Beach.
Head of the Meadow is one of the nicest beaches on cape cod, and it’s also one of the least populated during 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 Truro, Mass.
Truro has a bunch of fun things to do with your dog after the beach: restaurants, dog walks and hiking trails, and so much more!
Restaurants in Truro that allow dogs
Truro has some cool dog-friendly restaurants for you to explore – check out a full listing:
Learn about oversand driving trails on Cape Cod
Some of the best beaches on cape cod are accessible only by vehicle. Learn about the ORV trails at Coast Guard Road Beach, Race Point Beach, and Nauset Beach – all of whom allow dogs!
