Dog-friendly beach

Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park beach

Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park, Jacksonville, FL

Off-leash

On-leash

Fenced

Not fenced

Hours

The official rules PDF lists office hours (8 a.m.–8 p.m. during daylight saving; 8 a.m.–6 p.m. in the off season) but does not list separate dog-beach hours. Confirm gate and posted hours.

Last checked

14 Nov 2026

Rules, as cited

Leash rule: The official park rules require pets in outdoor areas to be properly restrained, and the camping section requires pets to be leashed at all times. The PDF does not state a leash length for the beach.

• The City of Jacksonville official Hanna Park rules PDF says pets are allowed in all outdoor areas of the park, but must be properly restrained and picked up after. No pets are permitted in Dolphin Plaza, shelters or cabins.
• No vehicles, foot traffic or pets are permitted in the dunes. First offense for dune encroachment is ejection without a refund.
• Under the camping section, all pets must remain under control, leashed at all times, and are not allowed in buildings. The general section says “properly restrained” and does not state a leash length for day-use beach visitors.
• Swimming at the beach is allowed but at your own risk. Seasonal and permanent closures may occur; obey posted signage.

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Official source

City of Jacksonville — Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park Rules and Regulations (PDF)

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