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Can my dog go on Pontac?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead from 10:30am to 6pm, 1 May to 30 September.
The rules through the year
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- Dogs allowed
- On a lead
| Summer | Dogs must be on a lead from 10:30am to 6pm, 1 May to 30 September. Before 10:30am and after 6pm they can be off the lead. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed off the lead from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | Jersey's government is preparing a shorter season (proposed 30 May to 7 September) for 2027; nothing has been made yet, so check signs. |
| Fine | Fine of up to £1,000 if it goes to court |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Le Hocq (0.6 miles), Fauvic (0.7 miles), La Rocque (0.9 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the Government of Jersey. Read them at the source: Policing of Beaches (Jersey) Regulations 1959.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to Pontac?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead from 10:30am to 6pm, 1 May to 30 September. In summer: Dogs must be on a lead from 10:30am to 6pm, 1 May to 30 September. Before 10:30am and after 6pm they can be off the lead. In winter: Dogs allowed off the lead from 1 October to 30 April.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Pontac during the ban?
The Government of Jersey can issue a fine of up to £1,000 if it goes to court.