Dog-friendly beach

Ponte Vedra Beach (St. Johns County)

Ponte Vedra Beach, St. Johns County, FL

Off-leash

On-leash

Fenced

Not fenced

Hours

The official page does not list separate dog hours. County-managed gates: 8:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. from 1 May–31 October; open overnight 1 November–30 April unless closed for weather or emergency.

Last checked

14 Nov 2026

Rules, as cited

Leash rule: On a leash at all times, including in the water, under the St. Johns County official beach-rules page. The page does not state a maximum leash length.

• The official St. Johns County beach-rules page says dogs are welcome on the county's beaches but must remain on a leash at all times, including in the water.
• Pet waste must be picked up and disposed of properly. Waste bags are available at most walkovers and vehicular beach access ramps.
• Stay out of the Conservation Zone, marked by brown signs. Use designated dune walkovers. Do not harass wildlife. Flashlights and lanterns are not permitted during sea turtle nesting season (1 May–31 October).
• The page does not list dog hours separate from general beach access. County-managed beach gates close at 7:30 p.m. and reopen at 8:00 a.m. daily from 1 May–31 October; from 1 November–30 April they remain open overnight unless closed for weather or emergency. The A Street ramp is managed by the City of St. Augustine Beach and closes at 5:00 p.m. year-round — city rules may differ there.
• This listing is a named St. Johns County beach or official access where that county-wide rule applies. Always check signs, especially near city-managed ramps.

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Official source

St. Johns County — Beach Rules & Safe Driving

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