Plaice Cove

No dogs 8am to 6pm, from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time

Leash required.

Source: Hampton Patch, quoting the town animal control ordinance (not the town) (not yet confirmed with the town). Checked October 28, 2026.

We couldn't confirm this rule with the town yet. Check the town website or signs before you go.

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

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Town of Hampton: the rule in full

Reported: from Memorial Day to Labor Day, leashed dogs are allowed on town-owned beaches only before 8am and after 6pm; any time the rest of the year. We couldn't find this on the town's own website. Most of Hampton's beachfront is state-owned (see NH State Parks).

Nearby beaches

• North Hampton State BeachNo dogs all year
• Sawyer BeachNo dogs 9am to 7pm, from Memorial Day weekend to the Saturday after Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Jenness State BeachNo dogs from May 1 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Hampton BeachNo dogs from May 1 to September 30. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Foss BeachNo dogs 9am to 7pm, from Memorial Day weekend to the Saturday after Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)