Is Emerald Isle Beach Dog-Friendly?

We all love our furry friends and want to bring them with us everywhere! So when planning a beach vacation to Emerald Isle we have to ask, “Can my dog come too?!” The short answer: Yes! Emerald Isle is a dog-friendly beach destination along the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. 

Now let’s dig into the dog-gone details.

Can Dogs go on Emerald Isle Beach?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Emerald Isle Beach as long as they are on leashes. 

Does my Dog need to stay on a Leash in Emerald Isle?

Yes, your dog must remain on a leash the entire time while on Emerald Isle beach. If your dog would like to run or chase a ball on the beach, we recommend using retractable leashes.

A great example of a retractable dog leash with an attached waste bag dispenser.

What are the pet policies in Emerald Isle NC? 

According to the Town of Emerald Isle’s latest Beach Regulations, “Dogs are permitted on the beach strand but must be kept on a leash. Dog excrement must be collected and removed from the beach strand.” There are plenty of trash can containers along the beach strand located at every public beach access. Our tip? Bring pet waste bags with you. There are great options of clip-on waste bag containers that you can attach to your dog’s leash

Where are the best places to take my dog in Emerald Isle? 

Dogs are not only allowed on the beach strand itself but there are also great options along E.I. including walking trails, a cute dog-friendly pet and coffee shop in town, and nearby dog parks in Morehead City. There are also talks of a new dog park being built in Emerald Isle soon! Keep up to date or donate to the dog park by visiting the Emerald Isle website here

The fenced-in yard at PDL Beach Properties’ Coral Cottage Vacation Rental.

Where are dog-friendly places to stay in Emerald Isle?

Funny you should ask! We offer dog-friendly vacation rental options in Emerald Isle at PDL Beach Properties! Here is a list of our pet-friendly homes in Emerald Isle. There are also some dog-friendly options on the island at local hotels plus our friends at bringfido.com have some amazing listings as well! 


We hope this article helped answer your pawing questions about dog-friendly options at Emerald Isle! If you have any other questions regarding our dog-friendly vacation rentals in Emerald Isle, visit our about page or contact us online.