Dogs are allowed on the Wrightsville Beach strand only from October 1 through March 31, leashed at all times. From April 1 through September 30 they are banned from the strand entirely, though leashed pets are still allowed elsewhere on public property year round.
Alcohol is not allowed on the public beach strand.
Fires, cooking and camping are all prohibited on the beach.
Glass containers are not allowed on the beach.
Smoking is not allowed on the beach.
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.
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: Town of Wrightsville Beach, Beach Rules · checked 2026-09-09. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.
Dogs at Wrightsville Beach: Dogs are allowed on the Wrightsville Beach strand only from October 1 through March 31, leashed at all times. From April 1 through September 30 they are banned from the strand entirely, though leashed pets are still allowed elsewhere on public property year round. Not allowed at Wrightsville Beach: alcohol, glass, smoking, fires & grills. Allowed only in places or at certain times: dogs. Checked against Town of Wrightsville Beach, Beach Rules on 2026-09-09. Rules we have not verified for Wrightsville Beach are marked as such rather than guessed on the beach rules page.