Wisconsin has many dog-friendly beaches for you and your pup to explore. Several of the beaches on our list are in state parks, so the fun doesn’t have to end after you dry off! Stay for hiking, fishing, camping, or a picnic. We’ve also scouted out some of the top pet-friendly urban beaches. Here are eight Wisconsin beaches to consider the next time you and your dog want to go for a waterfront walk.
Free, but you’ll need a Wisconsin State Park vehicle admission sticker
Off-Leash:
No
Surrounded by sand dunes and wetlands
Beach extends 1.5 miles along Lake Michigan
Accessible camping cabin for rent
Tent camping all year
Fishing pond off Old Park Road
Conclusion
Wisconsin’s abundance of lakes and Lake Michigan’s shoreline offer plenty of recreational opportunities for you and your dog. You’ll see from our list that off-leash beach areas are the exception, not the rule, in Wisconsin. When in doubt, keep your dog on a leash when visiting beaches.
Cassandra is a professional writer living in the Upper Midwest of the U.S. Much of her writing centers around animals and family life, but she's been known to dabble in fiction. Her favorite topics to write about are cats, dogs, parenting, and food. Cassandra shares her home with two rescue pets: Harley, a beagle, and Liam, a Siamese mix.
