Quick Summary:

  • Do dogs enjoy vacations?
    • Man’s Best Friend deserves a vacation just as much as you do. Most dogs love a beach where they can frolic and test the waters.
  • Are there dog-friendly beaches on the East Coast?
    • The East Coast is extremely well-endowed with great dog-friendly beaches, particularly if you visit out of peak season when dogs are allowed on most beaches at any time.
  • What other dog-friendly activities are available?
    • Most of the destinations here boast at least one dog park where you can take your pet to exercise and socialize off-leash.
    • You can also take part in other pet-friendly attractions such as tours, hiking, and more.
  • Is doggy daycare available in these destinations?
    • Most also have reliable doggy daycare if you are going on a non-dog-friendly day trip.


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1. Portland, ME ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Golden Isles, GA ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Outer Banks, NC

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4. Asbury Park, NJ

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5. Burlington, VT

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6. Charlottesville, VA

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7. Dewey Beach, DE

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8. Bar Harbor, ME

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9. Hebron

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10. Lake Placid

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11. Myrtle Beach

Category: Beaches
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12. Nantucket

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13. Block Island

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14. Pilot Mountain

Category: Activities
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15. Boston

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16. Providence

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17. Provincetown

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18. Rehoboth Beach

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