Dog-friendly beach
Hollywood Dog Beach
Hollywood Beach between the Pershing Street and Custer Street lifeguard stands, Hollywood, FL
Rules change, especially around nesting season. This page was last checked against the official source on 2026-11-14. Read the live official page and the signs at the access before you go.
- Off-leash
- Not verified
- Fenced
- Not fenced
- Hours
- Free and open seven days a week from sunrise to sunset. The FAQ notes hours may be extended based on lifeguard staffing.
- Last checked
- 2026-11-14
Rules, as cited
Leash rule: The official FAQ requires dogs to be leashed anywhere outside Dog Beach. It does not literally say dogs may be off-leash on the sand. Confirm posted signs.
- The City of Hollywood official FAQ says dogs are allowed on Hollywood Beach only between Pershing and Custer Streets. Dog Beach is free and open seven days a week from sunrise to sunset, and hours may be extended based on lifeguard staffing.
- Owners are legally responsible for and must control their dogs at all times, clean up waste, and have a current rabies tag. Dogs must be leashed anywhere outside Dog Beach.
- Sick dogs, dogs in heat, aggressive dogs, other animals, alcohol, glass, fireworks, whistles, balloons, polystyrene and single-use plastic are prohibited. Park rangers and lifeguards may advise any person or dog to leave.
- The FAQ does not use the words “off-leash” for the sand inside the zone.
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