{"id":3423,"date":"2022-09-16T03:09:15","date_gmt":"2022-09-16T03:09:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.sandiegohumor.com\/uncategorized\/the-best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/"},"modified":"2026-04-03T14:09:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T21:09:18","slug":"best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Dog-Friendly Beaches in San Diego"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\">There isn&#8217;t much San Diego doesn\u2019t readily offer when it comes to beautiful beaches or entertaining ways to spend your days in the sun. Whether visiting a <a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-parks-in-san-diego\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dog park<\/a>, hiking, or grabbing a bite at a <a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-restaurants-in-san-diego\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dog-friendly restaurant<\/a>, there are many <a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/dog-friendly-things-to-do-in-san-diego\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dog-friendly things to do<\/a>, including dog-friendly beaches in San Diego your pup will love.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav>\n<ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' >\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Planning_a_Beach_Day_With_Your_Dog\" >Planning a Beach Day With Your Dog<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Off-Leash_Dog_Beaches\" >Off-Leash Dog Beaches<\/a>\n<ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' >\n<li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Ocean_Beach_Dog_Beach\" >Ocean Beach Dog Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Dog_Run_Beach_Coronado_Island_Dog_Beach\" >Dog Run Beach (Coronado Island Dog Beach)<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Fiesta_Island\" >Fiesta Island<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Del_Mar_Dog_Beach\" >Del Mar Dog Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#On-Leash_Dog_Beaches\" >On-Leash Dog Beaches<\/a>\n<ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' >\n<li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#San_Diego_County\" >San Diego County<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#City_of_San_Diego\" >City of San Diego<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#California_Department_of_Parks_and_Recreation\" >California Department of Parks and Recreation<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#La_Jolla_Shores\" >La Jolla Shores<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Pacific_Beach_Mission_Beach_Mission_Bay\" >Pacific Beach &amp; Mission Beach &amp; Mission Bay<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Cardiff_State_Beach\" >Cardiff State Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Imperial_Beach\" >Imperial Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Find_More_Dog-Friendly_Adventures_in_San_Diego\" >Find More Dog-Friendly Adventures in San Diego:<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Planning_a_Beach_Day_With_Your_Dog\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Planning_a_Beach_Day_With_Your_Dog\"><\/span><strong>Planning a Beach Day With Your Dog<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\">Planning a beach day for your pet can be a bit tricky. Every dog deserves their beach day, so we\u2019ve compiled a list of San Diego\u2019s best dog-friendly beaches. Keep reading&#8230; your dog will thank you.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Beach Name<\/th>\n<th>Hours Dogs Are Allowed (On-Leash)<\/th>\n<th>Hours Dogs Are Allowed (Off-Leash)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"Ocean Beach Dog Beach\" href=\"#Ocean_Beach_Dog_Beach\">Ocean Beach Dog Beach<\/a><\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>All hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"Dog Run Beach\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Dog_Run_Beach_(Coronado_Island_Dog_Beach)\">Dog Run Beach (Coronado Island)<\/a><\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>All hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"Fiesta Island\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Fiesta_Island\">Fiesta Island<\/a><\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>4:00 AM \u2013 10:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"Del Mar Dog Beach\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Del_Mar_Dog_Beach\">Del Mar Dog Beach (North Beach)<\/a><\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>All hours (limitations in the summer months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"San Diego County\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#San_Diego_County\">San Diego County Beaches<\/a><\/td>\n<td>All hours<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"City of San Diego\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#City_of_San_Diego\">City of San Diego Beaches<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 6:00 PM (Apr 1 &#8211; Oct 31)<br \/>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 4:00 PM (Nov 1 &#8211; Mar 31)<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"California Department of Parks and Rec\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#California_Department_of_Parks_and_Recreation\">California Department of Parks and Recreation<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Generally no dogs (exceptions below)<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"La Jolla Shores\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#La_Jolla_Shores\">La Jolla Shores<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 6:00 PM (Apr 1 &#8211; Oct 31)<br \/>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 4:00 PM (Nov 1 &#8211; Mar 31)<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"Pacific Beach &amp; Mission Beach\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Pacific_Beach_&amp;_Mission_Beach_&amp;_Mission_Bay\">Pacific Beach\/Mission Beach<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 6:00 PM (Apr 1 &#8211; Oct 31)<br \/>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 4:00 PM (Nov 1 &#8211; Mar 31)<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"Mission Bay\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Pacific_Beach_&amp;_Mission_Beach_&amp;_Mission_Bay\">Mission Bay<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 6:00 PM (Apr 1 &#8211; Oct 31)<br \/>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 4:00 PM (Nov 1 &#8211; Mar 31)<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"Cardiff State Beach\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Cardiff_State_Beach\">Cardiff State Beach<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Gates open at 7:00 AM and close at sunset.<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"Imperial Beach\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Imperial_Beach\">Imperial Beach<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 6:00 PM (Apr 1 &#8211; Oct 31)<br \/>Before 9:00 AM &amp; After 4:00 PM (Nov 1 &#8211; Mar 31)<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"\">Because every dog deserves their beach day, we\u2019ve compiled a list of the best dog-friendly beaches in San Diego where you and your pup can splash, play, and soak up the sun.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Off-Leash_Dog_Beaches\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Off-Leash_Dog_Beaches\"><\/span><strong>Off-Leash Dog Beaches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ocean_Beach_Dog_Beach\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ocean_Beach_Dog_Beach\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ocean Beach Dog Beach<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3e52e20a\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8fca76ff\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cfd97a1e\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3d75ad67\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6de7249e\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-8e3e9b19\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-8e3e9b19\" src=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ob_dog_beach_2cfbf421-d107-459d-84ec-6d32ac6d68ed_480x480.jpg?v=1685236088\" alt=\"Dogs running and playing off-leash at Ocean Beach Dog Beach in San Diego, with waves and sand in the background.\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"\">If you\u2019ve been to San Diego, you probably know <a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/top-things-to-do-in-ocean-beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ocean Beach<\/a>, but you may not know that it also has a designated Dog Beach. At the northernmost point, past the bike path and near the San Diego River, you\u2019ll find a long sandy spit perfect for a sunny day with your furry friend.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Within the designated off-leash area, dogs are welcome to roam freely 24 hours a day, making it one of the few places in San Diego where pups can play in the surf without time restrictions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The area also has pet-friendly restaurants and local shops, so feel free to explore after beach time. Invite friends and their dogs for even more fun.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ll find parking for this dog beach on the western end of West Point Loma Blvd. Just don&#8217;t forget your doggy bags in the car!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/5147+W+Point+Loma+Blvd,+San+Diego,+CA+92107\/@32.75348,-117.2493194,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x80deaa3e8480ef49:0x67ead116659181b2!8m2!3d32.7536808!4d-117.2493927\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Map for Parking<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/5147+W+Point+Loma+Blvd,+San+Diego,+CA+92107\/@32.75348,-117.2493194,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x80deaa3e8480ef49:0x67ead116659181b2!8m2!3d32.7536808!4d-117.2493927\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/OceanBeachDogBeachMap_480x480.jpg?v=1663298319\" alt=\"Ocean Beach Dog Beach Map\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dog_Run_Beach_Coronado_Island_Dog_Beach\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dog_Run_Beach_Coronado_Island_Dog_Beach\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dog Run Beach (Coronado Island Dog Beach)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/coronadovisitorcenter.com\/listings\/coronado-dog-beach\/\">Dog Run Beach<\/a> is at the northern end of Coronado Beach, a popular spot for San Diego locals. It\u2019s a great surfing spot for both humans and dogs who love the waves. In fact, a quick search online will show plenty of videos of dogs riding the surf at Dog Run Beach!<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">While leash rules are strictly enforced outside the designated area, dogs are <strong>welcome to roam off-leash<\/strong> once you reach the official Dog Beach zone.<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When you\u2019ve had your fill of fun in the sun, leash your pet back up and walk a short distance to enjoy lunch or dinner down the street at Hotel Del Coronado.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll find parking directly outside of the naval base entrance on the north end of Ocean Blvd.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/@32.6879818,-117.1923217,3a,75y,143.98h,84.84t\/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1s0_r94o8zxYUWLLXnp4GbGQ!2e0!7i16384!8i8192\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Coronad_Beach_and_Dog_Park_Map_480x480.jpg?v=1663298596\" alt=\"Coronado Beach Dog Beach Map\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fiesta_Island\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fiesta_Island\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiesta Island<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may know <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandiego.gov\/park-and-recreation\/parks\/regional\/missionbay\/fiestaisland\">Fiesta Island<\/a> for the wild parties and crowds it draws throughout the Spring and Summer months, as locals pull their cars onto the beaches and float in the water for hours. What you may not know is that it is also a great place to spend a day with your dog.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those unfamiliar, Fiesta Island is a spit of land that stretches out into Mission Bay, where visitors can drive out and park for the day. While this is great fun for humans, it\u2019s an even better time for dogs, who are welcome to spend the day playing and swimming as they please.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Located in Mission Bay Park, Fiesta Island features a leash-optional area that includes all shoreline and interior spaces, making it one of the top dog-friendly beaches in San Diego. However, dogs are never allowed in the California Least Tern nesting sites (enclosed by locked gates year-round) or the Youth Aquatic Center\/Campground. Two buffer zones around the nesting sites are also closed annually from April 15 through September 15.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiesta Island is excellent for furry friends because no busy streets surround it, and the island\u2019s bounds keep dogs safely contained.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d26839.12186428888!2d-117.2220697!3d32.768647!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80deaa7d24034de3%3A0x40a12a9affe2566f!2sFiesta%20Island%20Dog%20Park!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1682271794950!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Del_Mar_Dog_Beach\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Del_Mar_Dog_Beach\"><\/span><a title=\"Del Mar Dog Friendly Beaches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.delmar.ca.us\/206\/Dog-Friendly-Beaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Del Mar Dog Beach<\/span><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North Beach, <a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/top-things-to-do-in-del-mar\">Del Mar<\/a>, is an extremely popular spot for dog owners and their pets as it is the only dog-friendly beach within city limits. If you\u2019re unsure where to take your pet, head between 29th Street and Solana Beach. Pack a picnic lunch and umbrella to make a day of your excursion, but make sure to keep an eye on your food around so many nosey pups.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because these beaches have a wide dog area, many owners love watching their dogs run and play freely without being cramped. If your pet prefers a less crowded environment, this is probably the spot for you. Plus, there is nothing to boost the mood like watching happy dogs gallop along the beautiful beach cliffs.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the off-season (the day after Labor Day through June 15), dogs can roam off-leash between 29th Street and the Solana Beach border. During peak season (June 16 through Labor Day), the rules tighten up: off-leash dogs are only allowed from dawn to 8:00 AM on North Beach, and must be leashed the rest of the day. Between Powerhouse Park and 29th Street, dogs are not permitted at all during peak season.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d26779.90475464797!2d-117.28716917736031!3d32.964522166217385!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80dc0f78b41754a7%3A0x8e846b5eeef8c7bc!2sDel%20Mar%20Dog%20Beach!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1682271555572!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On-Leash_Dog_Beaches\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On-Leash_Dog_Beaches\"><\/span><strong>On-Leash Dog Beaches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\">Fortunately, the city also has several on-leash dog beaches where you can enjoy the surf and sand with your pup. We will guide you through the on-leash dog beaches in San Diego, along with the specific rules for each beach.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Note: All dogs must be on a 6-foot leash and under the owner&#8217;s control.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"San_Diego_County\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"San_Diego_County\"><\/span>San Diego County<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">Dog owners can bring their pets to San Diego County beaches during certain hours, but they must keep them leashed.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"City_of_San_Diego\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"City_of_San_Diego\"><\/span>City of San Diego<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">Generally, owners can bring their dogs on City of San Diego beaches:<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">April 1 &#8211; Oct 31: Before&nbsp;9:00 AM and after 6:00 PM<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Nov&nbsp;1 &#8211; Mar 31: Before 9:00 AM and after 4:00 PM<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"California_Department_of_Parks_and_Recreation\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"California_Department_of_Parks_and_Recreation\"><\/span>California Department of Parks and Recreation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">Generally, no dogs are allowed on California State Park beaches. However, there are exceptions \u2014 Cardiff State Beach permits leashed dogs in certain areas (see below).<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_Jolla_Shores\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_Jolla_Shores\"><\/span>La Jolla Shores<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">The City of San Diego beach rules apply at <a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/things-to-do-in-la-jolla\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">La Jolla<\/a> Shores.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Owners can bring their dogs before 9:00 AM and after 6:00 PM from April 1st to October 31st, and before 9:00 AM and after 4:00 PM from November 1st to March 31st.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pacific_Beach_Mission_Beach_Mission_Bay\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pacific_Beach_Mission_Beach_Mission_Bay\"><\/span>Pacific Beach &amp; Mission Beach &amp; Mission Bay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">Dogs are allowed on the&nbsp;beach, boardwalk, or adjacent parks in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/top-things-to-do-in-pacific-beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pacific Beach<\/a> and Mission Beach before 9:00 AM and after 6:00 PM from April 1st to October 31st, and before 9:00 AM and after 4:00 PM from November 1st to March 31st.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandiego.gov\/lifeguards\/beaches\/mbay?\">Mission Bay<\/a> follows the same rules.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Remember to follow posted signs and hours for on-leash dog access. Some visitors have received tickets for letting dogs off-leash or missing seasonal time changes.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cardiff_State_Beach\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cardiff_State_Beach\"><\/span>Cardiff State Beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=656\">Cardiff State Beach<\/a> is a dog-friendly beach where dogs are allowed on-leash in areas like Cardiff Reef and Seaside (south of Tower 16). Gates open at 7:00 AM and close at sunset.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Imperial_Beach\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Imperial_Beach\"><\/span>Imperial Beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">Unlike other nearby beaches, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imperialbeachca.gov\/FAQ.aspx?QID=85&amp;\">Imperial Beach<\/a> has its own set of dog rules.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Dogs are allowed before 9:00 AM and after 6:00 PM from April 1st to October 31st, and before 9:00 AM and after 4:00 PM from November 1st to March 31st.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Owners cannot bring dogs between Imperial Beach Boulevard and Palm Avenue, and on the pier.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_More_Dog-Friendly_Adventures_in_San_Diego\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_More_Dog-Friendly_Adventures_in_San_Diego\"><\/span><strong>Find More Dog-Friendly Adventures in San Diego:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/dog-friendly-things-to-do-in-san-diego\/\">Dog-Friendly Things to Do in San Diego<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-restaurants-in-san-diego\/\">Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in San Diego<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-friendly-hikes-in-san-diego\/\">Best Dog-Friendly Hikes in San Diego<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-dog-parks-in-san-diego\/\">Best Dog Parks in San Diego<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There isn&#8217;t much San Diego doesn\u2019t readily offer when it comes to beautiful beaches or entertaining ways to spend your days in the sun. 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