harwich: Dog-friendly activities

Dog-friendly things to do in harwich

There’s a lot of cool stuff to do with your dog in Harwich. Dog-friendly activities include walking around downtown Harwich Port, where a bunch of restaurants now have outdoor seating that’s great for dog owners.

Harwich has some fun beaches – both ocean and fresh water – and some nice wooded hiking trails that allow dogs. We hope you and your pet enjoy these things to do with your dog in Harwich!

Nugget looks hungry on the beach in Harwich.

Find a place to stay in harwich that allows dogs

There a few harwich hotels that allow dogs, and a bunch of summer rental properties in harwich, ma.

It’s best to book early to get a room in the summer, the best lodging options in the area for pet owners fill up quickly.

 For the latest availability, your best bet is to check out VRBO or Expedia.com.

Beaches that allow dogs

Harwich has a bunch of great beaches, but they’re not dog friendly in the summer season.

Want to learn more about dog rules for harwich beaches, or to find beaches near harwich that allow dogs all summer long? 

Check out our complete guide to dog-friendly beaches on cape cod.

There's lots of dog friendly restaurants in Hyannis and the Town of Barnstable on Cape Cod.

Restaurants that allow dogs

There are a bunch of restaurants in harwich that allow dogs. Most are located in harwich port right on route 28, perfect to walk around and people watch.

In addition dogs are allowed at some restaurants in neighboring towns. Want to see your options?

View our updated guides:

Dog parks

Looking to have your pet let off some steam while making new friends?

There are a bunch of cool dog parks worth checking out. Check out our full list of dog parks on cape cod

Dog parks on Cape Cod are the perfect way to sniff new puppy pals.
The trails at Thompson's Field in Harwich are nice and wide, but you still need to check your dog for ticks when you're done your hike.

Dog walks and hiking trails

There are some of the great dog walks near Harwich, including Thompson’s Field and Hawk’s Nest.

For a full list, check out our guide to dog-friendly hiking trails on cape cod.

Dog-friendly camping

Harwich doesn’t have any camping areas that are dog-friendly. But there are a few in neighboring towns that are a perfect place to sleep outdoors on cape cod.

See a list of dog-friendly campgrounds on cape cod.

Nugget the dog curls up on a blanket by a campfire at a campground on cape cod

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More fun things to do with your dog

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