Neptune Beach (city beach)
Leashed dogs are allowed outside the midday ban: no dogs 9 a.m.–5 p.m. in summer and 10 a.m.–4 p.m. in winter, every day.
Hours: Summer: before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. Winter: before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m.
The rules, verified
- Banned 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. in summer, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. in winter (after daylight saving ends), seven days a week
- Leashed and held by the owner or handler at all other times
- Current rabies license required; pick up after your dog
- City limits: Atlantic Boulevard to Seagate Avenue
Set by City of Neptune Beach. Rules change — posted signage and the current ordinance always take precedence over this page.
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Nearby & related beaches
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Little Talbot Island State Park
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Anastasia State Park
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Jekyll Island beaches
Leash required Year-round✓ Jekyll Island Authority · verified 2026-08
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North Peninsula State Park
No dogs allowed Year-round✓ Florida State Parks · verified 2026-09
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