Canine Beach is a designated stretch of Fort Lauderdale Beach at 998 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, where you can bring your dog to splash and play. It sits north of Sunrise Boulevard, near Hugh Taylor Birch State Park and the beach promenade. Dog access is limited to Friday through Sunday afternoons, and a permit is required. Ask a lifeguard which areas allow off-leash play, since rules differ along the beach. Pet-friendly hotels and restaurants elsewhere in Fort Lauderdale make it easier to plan a day out with your dog.
Dog access and permits
Canine Beach is a section of Fort Lauderdale Beach set aside for people visiting with dogs. Dog access is available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons, and a permit is required. The listed options are $7 for one weekend, $30 for an annual permit for residents and $45 for an annual permit for non-residents.
Rules differ between sections of the beach. Ask a lifeguard where dogs can be off leash before letting your dog play.
Finding the beach
The beach is at 998 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, at the second set of parking spaces north of Sunrise Boulevard on A1A. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is across the street, and the promenade runs along the beach and A1A. Pet-friendly hotels and restaurants are also available in Fort Lauderdale, so the beach can fit into a wider outing with your dog.
FAQ
When can dogs go to Canine Beach?
Dog access is available Friday through Sunday afternoons. Check the current rules before you go.
Do I need a permit for Canine Beach?
Yes. The listed permit options are $7 for one weekend, $30 annually for residents and $45 annually for non-residents.
Can dogs go off leash at Canine Beach?
Off-leash access depends on the section. Ask a lifeguard where it is allowed.
Where is Canine Beach?
It is at 998 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, at the second set of parking spaces north of Sunrise Boulevard on A1A.
