DogMapOff-leash beach · Ocean Beach · 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107
Dog Beach
One of the first official leash-free beaches in the U.S. (1972). Leash-free 24/7 on the sand north of Lifeguard Tower 5.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedNo — open
- WaterOcean surf
- Size~1 mi of shoreline
- HoursOff-leash 24/7, year-round
- SurfaceSand
Parking & access
Free lot at the foot of Voltaire St (fills early on warm weekends); street overflow on Bacon St.
About Dog Beach
Dog Beach is a free off-leash beach in San Diego, California where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's unfenced, with ocean surf. Size: ~1 mi of shoreline.
Rules verified · source: City of San Diego
Dog Beach: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Dog Beach?
- Yes — Dog Beach is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Dog Beach fenced?
- No — Dog Beach is open/unfenced, so reliable recall is recommended.
- Can my dog swim at Dog Beach?
- Yes — Dog Beach has ocean surf to swim in. Pack fresh water and check conditions before you go.
- Is Dog Beach free?
- Yes — Dog Beach is free to access. Free lot at the foot of Voltaire St (fills early on warm weekends); street overflow on Bacon St.
- Where can my dog be off-leash right now?
- Open the live DogMap map — each spot shows whether off-leash is allowed at the current date and time, including seasonal and time-of-day limits.