Pine Grove Trail

Dogs on a leash all year

Short woodland trail on Prime Hook refuge. Dogs on a short hand-held leash.

Source: US Fish and Wildlife Service, Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Checked October 29, 2026.

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

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Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge: the rule in full

Dogs are permitted on a short hand-held leash for the entire visit.

Dog walks nearby

• Prime Hook Boardwalk TrailDogs on a leash all year

Nearby beaches

• Cape Henlopen State ParkNo dogs from May 1 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Rehoboth BeachNo dogs from May 15 to September 15. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Delaware Seashore State ParkNo dogs from May 1 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Fenwick Island State ParkNo dogs from May 1 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time