Goat Island paths

Dogs on a leash all year

Paths between the American and Horseshoe Falls and out to the Three Sisters Islands. No pets on the boardwalks.

Source: New York State Parks, Niagara Falls State Park. Checked October 29, 2026.

Follow the signs at the trailhead: parks can close areas to dogs for wildlife.

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Niagara Falls State Park: the rule in full

Up to two pets on a leash of 6 feet or less, supervised at all times, in day use areas unless a sign says otherwise. No pets in playgrounds, buildings, boardwalks, pools, spray grounds or guarded beaches.

Nearby beaches

• Midland BeachNo dogs from May 2 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• South BeachNo dogs from May 2 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Coney Island BeachNo dogs from May 2 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Brighton BeachNo dogs from May 2 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Manhattan BeachNo dogs from May 2 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time