Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
8231 Beach Rd, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
14,032 acres · 15 miles of trails
On Chincoteague Island's Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, leashed dogs stroll the shaded Wildlife Loop and bike path, steering clear of Assateague Beach. Features include water stations, parking, restrooms, and trash cans across the 14,032-acre pony-famous preserve. Bring bug spray for coastal trails.
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- Park
- Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Chincoteague Island, Virginia
- Coordinates
- 37.9333, -75.3500
- Size
- 14,032 acres
- Trail miles
- 15
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (3,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 3,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 14,032 acres of room
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Dog policy
14,032-acre refuge famous for wild ponies. Leashed dogs on Wildlife Loop + bike path (NOT on Assateague Beach).
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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