PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – USA Today released a list of the top 10 dog-friendly beaches across the United States on Wednesday, with two spots along the Oregon coast scoring top marks.
The list, as first reported by the Salem Statesman Journal, features beachscapes for pups to frolic in the sand or surf, with some beaches offering amenities such as cleaning stations and water fountains.
Scoring the top spot on the list: Jupiter, Florida.
Near Palm Beach, Jupiter earned the number one spot for its “ample outdoor recreation opportunities for both tourists and their pets.”
Earning the second spot on the list, and the highest rank for the west coast: Seaside, Oregon.
“On a rare sunny day on the Oregon coast, Seaside Beach provides ample opportunity for dogs to roam. Visitors can take to the water with their off-leash pups, while the area offers many dog-friendly restaurants for a post-beach meal,” USA Today said.
According to Travel Seaside, all breeds are welcome on the beach leash-free. The city also offers free pet supplies on the Promenade along the beach, with several pet shops nearby.
Travel Seaside also recommends several dog-friendly restaurants with outdoor patio space, including Ruby’s Roadside Grill – which has its own canine menu—Bell Buoy of Seaside, Big Kahuna Pub and Grill, and Seaside Brewery.
Seaside is also home to the Corgi Beach Takeover every June followed by the DachSand meetup in September.
Earning the fifth spot on the list: Cannon Beach.
“While Oregon’s Cannon Beach is best known for its towering rock formations, the area also doubles as a top spot for dog lovers, with canines getting the chance to explore along the shore as long as they’re on-leash or can follow voice control,” USA Today said.
Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce has several recommendations for pet-friendly outdoor dining, including Mo’s Seafood & Chowder, The Bistro, Mi Corazon, and Bill’s Tavern.
In October, Cannon Beach is home to the Dog Show on the Beach, with categories ranging from Most Beautiful, Best Bark, and Longest Tail to Best Trick.
Other top dog-friendly beaches making the list include Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis, Md., Freeman Park at Carolina Beach, N.C., and Rosie’s Dog Beach in Long Beach, Calif.
