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Dog Parks & Beaches in Santa Cruz, California

Compare 5 spots in Santa Cruz with off-leash status, hours and parking before you head out.

5 spots mapped · 2026 · updated June 24, 2026

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Best spots in Santa Cruz

  1. Branciforte Dog Park

    Santa Cruz

    Dogs run off-leash at Branciforte Dog Park, in Santa Cruz, California. It's open/unfenced, so reliable recall helps. Find directions, parking and the live map on DogMap.

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  2. Mimi De Marta Dog Park

    Santa Cruz

    Mimi De Marta Dog Park, near Santa Cruz, California, is an off-leash area for dogs. See it on DogMap — and confirm hours and posted rules before you go.

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  3. Pacheco Dog Park

    Santa Cruz

    Dogs run off-leash at Pacheco Dog Park, near Santa Cruz, California. It's fenced. Find directions, parking and the live map on DogMap.

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  4. Small Dog Park

    Santa Cruz

    Dogs run off-leash at Small Dog Park, near Santa Cruz, California. It's open/unfenced, so reliable recall helps. Find directions, parking and the live map on DogMap.

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  5. University Terrace Dog Park

    Santa Cruz

    University Terrace Dog Park, near Santa Cruz, California, is an off-leash area for dogs. See it on DogMap — and confirm hours and posted rules before you go.

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Santa Cruz spots: FAQ

Where can my dog be off-leash in Santa Cruz?
DogMap maps 5 off-leash spots in Santa Cruz, California. Each one's page shows its off-leash status, fenced or not — or open the live map to see what's allowed right now.
Are there fenced dog parks in Santa Cruz?
Some Santa Cruz spots are fully fenced and some are open — check each spot below for its fenced status before you go.