Dog Beach
Ocean Beach, CA
By Simir Shah
★★★★★4.8(873 Google reviews)
A leash-free stretch of sand at the north end of Ocean Beach where dogs have run since 1972 — one of the best free hours of entertainment for kids who love animals even if you don't own one. Park in the lot off Voltaire Street and bring a towel; the sand near the river mouth is damp and dogs shake off wherever they like.
Good for
- Ages 10+
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Dog Beach, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
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What visitors say
- allen beaune★★★★★
Great place to take the poches for some fun in the sun and the surf. Off leash time to socialize with other dogs or find a more secluded area for private fun time.
2 months ago
- Boscoe Fox★★★★★
I love watching the dogs having a ball... 🥎 🐕 literally! It's a pretty big beach with lots of room for dogs to really run and socialize. The San Diego River Trail begins right there and the scenery is beautiful too!
7 months ago
- gina n★★★★★
Great dog beach! The beach is pretty large. Part of it has waves and part is a calm inlet. You can walk pretty far along the water with your dog. Parking is free and there's usually plenty of spots.
2 months ago
- Nicholas Danielson★★★★★
It’s a beach, for dogs and dog people, if you don’t like this place you need to unburden your soul. This place is amazing. Sunsets are top notch, waves are great, vibes are immaculate.
4 months ago
- Betty H★★★★★
I brought my 11-month-old Pitbull puppy here and he had such a great time! So many fur babies running around, unleashed in their own paradise. I kept my pup leashed as it was his 1st time. Everyone there was super friendly and understanding. I loved seeing responsible dog owners throughout. The beach is clean and has free parking. I recommend getting there early to make sure you find a parking spot without hassle. I will definitely bring my dog here again as we had a beautiful day.
a year ago
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