Ryder Beach

No dogs 9am to 6pm, from the third Saturday in June to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)

Dogs allowed before 9am and after 6pm in season. Extra shorebird closures may apply.

Source: Town of Truro, Pet Closures. Checked October 27, 2026.

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

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Town of Truro: the rule in full

No animals on the eleven town beaches from 9am to 6pm, from the third Saturday in June to Labor Day. Extra shorebird closures may apply.

Dog walks nearby

• Head of the Meadow Bike TrailDogs on a leash all year
• Pilgrim Spring TrailDogs on a leash all year
• Province Lands Bike TrailNo dogs from May 1 to October 31. Dogs on a leash from November 1 to April 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time

Nearby beaches

• Fisher BeachNo dogs 9am to 6pm, from the third Saturday in June to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Corn Hill BeachNo dogs 9am to 6pm, from the third Saturday in June to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Great Hollow BeachNo dogs 9am to 6pm, from the third Saturday in June to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Ballston BeachNo dogs 9am to 6pm, from the third Saturday in June to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Longnook BeachNo dogs 9am to 6pm, from the third Saturday in June to Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)