Pet Closures

No Pet Area - Shorebirds NestingUpdated September 15, 2025

The Town of Truro's Beach Rules and Regulations prohibit animals between the hours of 9 am to 6 pm at all eleven town-owned beaches starting on the third Saturday in June through Labor Day.

Additionally, temporary beach restrictions for pets may be increased due to the presence of shorebirds. See the following section for more information.

Current Truro Beach / Pet Closures

If you have any questions as to whether or not pets are allowed, please call the Truro Beach Office at 508-487-6983 or call the Health and Conservation Department at 508-349-7004, ext. 131.

Locations:

  • Head of the Meadow Beach: Open (See Note 1)
  • Coast Guard Beach, Truro: Open (See Note 1)
  • Longnook Beach: Open (See Note 1)
  • Ballston Beach: Open (See Note 1)
  • Ryder Beach: Open (See Note 1)
  • Fisher Beach: Open (See Note 2)
  • Corn Hill Beach: Open (See Note 2)


  1. Per National Park Service
  2. Per MA Audubon/Truro Conservation Department