Dogs are not allowed on the beach from March 15 to September 15. Outside that window they are welcome but must be leashed at all times.
Alcohol is prohibited on the beach.
No barbecuing and no open fires.
Tents and shelters are not allowed on the beach. Baby tents are the one exception.
No glass containers.
Smoking is prohibited on the beach.
Fishing is allowed in the park but not from the swimming beaches. Check the park's fishing page for the open areas.
Not verified here
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
Source: National Park Service — Beaches at Gateway National Recreation Area · checked 2026-09-08. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.
Dogs at Jacob Riis Park: Dogs are not allowed on the beach from March 15 to September 15. Outside that window they are welcome but must be leashed at all times. Not allowed at Jacob Riis Park: alcohol, fires & grills, tents & shade, glass, smoking. Allowed only in places or at certain times: dogs, fishing. Checked against National Park Service — Beaches at Gateway National Recreation Area on 2026-09-08. Rules we have not verified for Jacob Riis Park are marked as such rather than guessed on the beach rules page.