Dogs Not Allowed on Westport Beaches As of April 1

Don’t take your dog to Compo, Burying Hill or Old Mill beaches in Westport as of Wednesday, April 1, when the town’s annual ban on animals at the beaches takes effect.

The ban includes all beach property — grass, sand and the parking areas and roads within the beach areas, with the exception of the Soundview parking lot at Compo Beach.

Dogs are welcome back on Oct. 1.

Starting Tuesday, May 1, you’ll also need a town parking emblem on your vehicle if you drive into town beaches.

The Westport Parks and Recreation Department has this set of “general rules” for town beaches.

The Parks and Recreation Department is located at Longshore Club Park, 260 Compo Rd. S. and can be reached by calling 203-341-5090 or emailing Recreation@westportct.gov.