Dog Friendly Beaches in Gorham, ME

There are 7 dog-friendly beaches within 40 kilometers of Gorham. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Gorham.

Bayview Beach

Saco, ME

Bayview Beach Bay View Beach in Saco, ME, is a dog-friendly beach. Dogs can stay and play here all day with their owners. Dogs must be leashed and under control of their owners from April 1 to September 30 on beaches in Saco where piping plovers or least terns are present or have traditionally nested. The rest of the year, dogs are allowed all day off-leash and under voice control. See Details

East End Beach at Eastern Promenade Park

Portland, ME

East End Beach at Eastern Promenade Park Bring Fido to the pet-friendly East End Beach at Eastern Promenade Park in Portland, ME. There's a designated area for off-leash play, giving your dog the opportunity for exercise and maybe even social time with other pups! Off-leash hours are in the summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day) before 9:00 AM and after 5:00 PM, and in the winter (Labor Day to Memorial Day) any time during park hours, 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM. See Details

Willard Beach

South Portland, ME

Willard Beach Willard Beach in South Portland, ME is a scenic, dog-friendly public beach where pups can enjoy the sand and surf during designated hours. From October 1 to April 30, dogs may be off-leash (under voice control) from 6–9 AM. Between May 1 and September 30, dogs are allowed only from 7–9 AM and 7–9 PM. Leashes must be in hand, and pet waste must be properly disposed of. See Details

Short Sands Beach

York, ME

Short Sands Beach Short Sands Beach is a great place to spend the day with Fido in York, ME. Dogs are welcome at this pet-friendly destination before 8:00 am and after 6:00 pm, May 20th through September 20th. Pets must be leashed and cleaned up after during your visit. See Details

Higgins Beach

Scarborough, ME

Higgins Beach Higgins Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Scarborough, ME, that allows pups on and off leash at different times. From May 15 through Labor Day, dogs on and off leash are permitted on the beach before 9 AM, and dogs on leash only are allowed after 5 PM. Canines are prohibited in the restricted beach area between Champion St and the Spurwink River from April 1 through Labor Day. During the off-season (after Labor Day to May 14), pups are allowed on the beach under voice control at any time except between 1 PM and 3 PM, when a leash is required. Look for posted red signs marking restricted areas. See Details

Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach, ME

Old Orchard Beach Old Orchard Beach, ME, is a pet-friendly spot with seasonal guidelines in place. From May 15 to Labor Day, leashed dogs (12 ft max) are welcome from 5 PM to dusk (not allowed from 9 AM to 5 PM). For the rest of the year, dogs are allowed at any time, on leash or under voice and sight control. Please avoid fenced nesting areas, stay off dune grass, keep pets under control and clean up after them. See Details

Camp Ellis Beach

Saco, ME

Camp Ellis Beach Camp Ellis Beach welcomes Fido to enjoy a swim at this pet-friendly area in Saco, ME. Located at the mouth of the Saco River, Camp Ellis Beach is short distance away from Ferry Beach State Park. The beach is smaller due to years of erosion but is close to parking, making it perfect for a quick stop. Dogs must be on a leash from April 1 to September 30. See Details

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