Dogs are prohibited on the beach and the promenade from Memorial Day weekend through October 1, and allowed the rest of the year. Service animals are exempt year round. The posted rules state no leash requirement.
Consuming alcohol is prohibited.
Barbecuing and open flame are prohibited except in designated areas, which at Orchard Beach means the picnic areas rather than the sand.
Glass containers are not allowed on the beach or the promenade.
Smoking is prohibited.
Fishing is prohibited in the swim areas. Walking or climbing on the jetty is prohibited too.
Amplified sound is prohibited except by permit.
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: NYC Parks, Orchard Beach Rules & Regulations · checked 2026-09-09. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.
Dogs at Orchard Beach: Dogs are prohibited on the beach and the promenade from Memorial Day weekend through October 1, and allowed the rest of the year. Service animals are exempt year round. The posted rules state no leash requirement. Not allowed at Orchard Beach: alcohol, smoking, glass. Allowed only in places or at certain times: dogs, fires & grills, fishing, amplified music. Checked against NYC Parks, Orchard Beach Rules & Regulations on 2026-09-09. Rules we have not verified for Orchard Beach are marked as such rather than guessed on the beach rules page.