Cape May Point beaches

No dogs from April 1 to October 31. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)

All borough beaches. Cape May Point State Park next door has its own rules.

Source: Borough of Cape May Point, Beach Management Plan. Checked October 28, 2026.

Shorebird nesting areas can close to dogs at short notice. Follow the signs at the beach.

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Borough of Cape May Point: the rule in full

By ordinance (Borough Code 58-14(P)), dogs, cats and other animals are not allowed on any borough beach from April 1 to October 31. Service animals are exempt but must be leashed and kept out of fenced areas.

Nearby beaches

• Cape May beachNo dogs from May 16 to September 14. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Brigantine BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Long Beach Township beachesNo dogs from May 1 to September 30. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Island Beach State ParkDogs on a leash all year
• Point Pleasant BeachDogs on a leash from October 1 to April 30. No dogs midnight to 8am and 3pm to midnight, from October 1 to April 30. No dogs the rest of the time