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City of Ocean City: dogs on beaches

Cape May County, New Jersey

No dogs on any beach from May 1 to September 30. From October 1 to April 30 dogs are allowed on a leash. The beach between the Ocean City-Longport Bridge and the terminal groin (near Seaview Road) is closed to dogs from March 15 to September 30.

Source: City of Ocean City, Beach FAQs. Checked October 27, 2026.

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