Dogs must be on lead at all times within the campsite. During the summer, the beach in front of Mayfield campsite is busy with families enjoying the beach. Dogs must be on lead during this time for public safety and social equity. On the beach south from the campsite area, owners may walk dogs off lead but under effective control, however should return their dogs to a lead to avoid disturbance to shorebirds or potential conflict with other beach users. Shorebirds are known to breed at the southern end of Mayfield Bay. Shorebird protection fences will be installed to designate a prohibited area during the breeding season for humans and dogs