Can my dog go on Aberdeen Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs all year.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
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- Jun
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- Aug
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- Nov
- Dec
- Part of the beach closed to dogs
| Summer | No dogs on the sea shore between groynes 6 and 13. The rest of the beach is open to dogs. |
|---|---|
| Winter | The same zone applies in winter: no dogs on the sea shore between groynes 6 and 13. |
| Also | Aberdeen City Council doesn't say which months the zone applies, so we show it as all year. Check signs on the day. |
Where to go instead
Aberdeen beach outside the stretch between groynes 6 and 13 stays open to dogs.
On the map
Nearest beaches: Balmedie Beach (6.8 miles), Forvie Sands (11.6 miles), Newburgh Beach (11.7 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Aberdeen City Council. Read them at the source: Aberdeen City Council Aberdeen Beach and Queen's Links page.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to Aberdeen Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs all year. In summer: No dogs on the sea shore between groynes 6 and 13. The rest of the beach is open to dogs. In winter: The same zone applies in winter: no dogs on the sea shore between groynes 6 and 13.
Where can I take my dog near Aberdeen Beach instead?
Aberdeen beach outside the stretch between groynes 6 and 13 stays open to dogs.