Cape Cod National Seashore ocean beaches except as follows:.Freshwater ponds within Cape Cod National Seashore (beaches and water), October 16-May 14.Head of the Meadow Bicycle Trail year round and Province Lands and Nauset bike trails, November 1-April 30.All fire roads within Cape Cod National Seashore.Doane Trail in Eastham and Pilgrim Spring Trail in Truro.Choose another hike or come back another day. Don't leave pets alone in a car while hiking. Summer sunshine poses a threat to pets in vehicles. Please keep your dog at a respectful distance from any animals you may encounter. Small animals may hide in their burrow the entire day after smelling a dog and may not venture out to feed. The scent left behind by a dog can signal the presence of a predator, disrupting or altering the behavior of park wildlife. Unfamiliar sights, sounds, and smells can disturb even the calmest, friendliest, and best-trained dog, causing them to behave unpredictably or bark excessively.ĭogs can chase and threaten wildlife, scaring birds and other animals away from nesting, feeding, and resting sites.īe especially careful around the nests of birds and turtles. Leashes also protect the experience of other visitors who may be afraid, allergic, or who do not want a dog approaching them. Uncontrolled dogs can present a danger to other visitors. Many people, especially children, are frightened by dogs, even small ones. Dog friendly areas are a privilege would could be lost if leash regulations are not followed. Not everyone is a dog person no matter how friendly and well behaved your dog may be. Leashes protect dogs from becoming lost and from wilderness hazards such as coyotes. Pets must be restrained on a leash no longer than 6 feet (2 m) retractable leashes extended beyond this limit are prohibited.
Water sources may also be polluted by dog feces.
Dogs can carry disease such as parvovirus, giardia and roundworms into the park's wildlife populations. Public garbage cans are located throughout the park.ĭog feces is not a natural fertilizer. Do not throw them into the woods or hang from trees. Be sure to carry the poop bag off the trail. Help keep Cape Cod clean by collecting and disposing of all dog waste. rules while visiting, say the pledge, and earn the Virtual Bark Ranger Badge! Rules of B.A.R.K. Dog sits on the beach with a leash with waves lapping in the background.ĭo you enjoy exploring Cape Cod National Seashore with your canine friend? Review and follow the B.A.R.K.
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