Located at 1 Fisherman Lane, South Portland, ME 04106, Willard Beach is a small sand and pebble beach tucked between Fisherman’s Point and the campus of Southern Maine Community College in South Portland. Park hours: Open daily, 6 a.m – 9 p.m. From May 1st through September 30th dogs are allowed on the beach from 7 a.m. – 9 a.m & 7 p.m – 9 p.m. ONLY. From October 1st through April 30th, dogs are allowed on the beach from 6 a.m – 9 p.m; and must be on a leash from from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dog toys are not allowed on the beach from May 1st – September 30th. From October 1st – April 30th, dog toys are allowed to be used between Beach Street and Fort Prebble. Long leashes are not allowed to be used on the beach from May 1st – September 30th. From October 1st – April 30th, long leashes may be used. Off-leash dogs must be kept within 100 feet and under voice control. In all parks, public open spaces, public beaches or other public spaces, the owner or keeper of a dog shall have a leash in hand at all times. Pet waste must be bagged and properly disposed of in a trash receptacle or carried out of the park. Entry into sand dune vegetation by dogs and/or people is unlawful and strictly prohibited.
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