Spring arrives on Friday and we have a few weeks left before the DCR dog rule takes effect.

I guess I never realized that dogs are not allowed on any DCR beach in Massachusetts. Does anyone follow these rules because I feel like I see people walking dogs along Lynn Shore and Nahant Beach reservation all of the time.

You still have a little time to get out and enjoy your dog at the beach in March.

Dogs Not Allowed On Beaches In Mass. Starting April 1

It's a rule. Dogs are not allowed on any DCR beach in Massachusetts from April 1 to September 15th.

DCR offers swimming at ocean beaches that span the Atlantic coastline. If getting wet isn’t appealing, come out to explore the shoreline and feel the cool ocean breeze. Experience amazing sunrises as well as magnificent views from Salisbury Beach to Horseneck Beach. -mass.gov

Locations of DCR beaches in MA:

Boston Harbor Islands
Castle Island
Carson Beach
Constitution Park Beach
Demarest Lloyd State Park
Fort Phoenix State Reservation
Horse Beach State Reservation
Lynn Shore and Nahant Beach Reservation
Nantasket Beach Reservation
Revere Beach Reservation
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
Savin Hill and Malibu Beach
Scusset Beach State Reservation
South Cape Beach State Park
Tenean Beach
Winthrop Shore Reservation

Why aren't dogs allowed in DCR beaches?

Dogs aren't allowed on the beaches due to concerns of disturbing beachgoers and dog waste polluting ocean waters. Leash rules may vary depending on the beach and there are beaches in Massachusetts that allowed dogs sometimes off leash.