Cliff Lodge

Cliff Lodge

Nantucket Dog Guide

Sand & Surf

Beaches

Nantucket's dog-friendly stretches of sand, with the seasonal hours, parking notes, and quiet coves the regulars keep to themselves.

Beach rules change with the seasons and are enforced by the town's Beach Management Team. Confirm current hours before you go.

Children's Beach

Harbor View Way, Nantucket

On leash
From the lodge
10 min walk
Water
Calm harbor
Vibe
Quiet mornings
Parking
Small lot

Calm harbor water, great for dogs nervous about waves. A morning stroll here before the crowds arrive is the best soft launch of the trip.

Jetties Beach

Hulbert Ave, Nantucket

On leashSeasonal hours
From the lodge
15 min walk
Water
Calm, swimmable
Vibe
Popular, busy midday
Parking
Lot fills early

One of the most popular beaches on the island, with easy parking and calm water. Early-morning and evening visits are the move in summer.

Memorial Day–Labor Day: dogs restricted during peak hours, typically 9am–5pm.

Cisco Beach

Hummock Pond Rd, Nantucket

On leash
From the lodge
15 min drive
Water
Strong surf
Vibe
Wide, remote
Parking
Roadside

Excellent surf beach on the south shore with a more remote feel. Great for a long walk along the sand.

Strong currents — not ideal for swimming dogs.

Madaket Beach

Madaket Rd, west end of island

On leash
From the lodge
20 min drive
Water
Rip currents
Vibe
Sunset spot
Parking
Free lot

Stunning sunsets and a wide-open beach that stays less crowded than the east end. About six miles from town.

Strong rip currents — keep dogs close.

Dionis Beach

Eel Point Rd, Nantucket

On leash
From the lodge
10 min drive
Water
Sheltered cove
Vibe
Calm, family
Parking
Permit lot

A sheltered cove with calmer waters. Good for families and nervous dogs, and quieter than Jetties.