It is now the "off-season" and dogs are allowed on beaches from October 1st through March.
Pet friendly lodging and activities aplenty! Please call ahead for terms and conditions in case there are size restrictions or a limit on the number of animals allowed.
According to the Town Code of Ordinances, dogs and other animals are not allowed on the public beaches or the boardwalk from April 1 through September 30 of each year.
Pet Waste Stations can be found in different locations around town, such as the Community Center, the Yacht Center, Monroe Bay and Boathouse Marinas. Be sure to pick up after your pooches!
You can view the pet-friendly listings of local houses and cottages on our Vacation House Rentals page!
Your pet can be part of the pet parade which happens during the yearly Potomac River Festival and at Fall Festival.
There's an annual Dog Days event which takes place at the Colonial Beach Yacht Center in August.
Dogs are welcome in the outdoor area at Dockside Tiki Bar on Castlewood Drive.
Groomers like Pretty Pets of Colonial Beach are available to assist and there are sitter services, too. Visit our businesses page for details.
There's an effort underway to transform, Robin Grove Park which is right next to The Boathouse Marina into the town's dog park.
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