Key West Dog Beach

Dogs allowed (local leash laws apply)

Open sunrise to sunset. Dogs can swim here.

Source: City of Key West, Dog Beach. Checked October 28, 2026.

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

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City of Key West: the rule in full

Dog Beach at 1500 Vernon Avenue is a small dog-friendly beach where dogs can swim, open sunrise to sunset.

Nearby beaches

• Canine BeachNo dogs midnight to 6am and 9am to 5pm and 7pm to midnight, all year. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Brohard Paw Park dog beachOff-leash dogs allowed all year
• Jupiter Dog BeachOff-leash dogs allowed all year
• Fort De Soto Dog BeachOff-leash dogs allowed all year
• Honeymoon Island pet beachDogs on a leash all year