Connecticut State Parks (DEEP): dogs on beaches

Harkness, Rocky Neck and Silver Sands ban dogs on the beach all year. Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach at Hammonasset only from September 30 to April 1. At Sherwood Island dogs aren't allowed anywhere in the park from April 15 to September 30. In other parks dogs must be on a leash of 7 feet or less.

Source: CT DEEP, Responsible Recreation. Checked October 27, 2026.

Beaches and walks

• Hammonasset BeachNo dogs from April 2 to September 29. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Rocky Neck State ParkNo dogs all year
• Harkness Memorial State ParkNo dogs all year
• Silver Sands State ParkNo dogs all year
• Sherwood Island State ParkNo dogs from April 15 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time