Can my dog be off-leash at Dog Beach?

Yes — Dog Beach is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.

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.

Off-leash beach · Ocean Beach · 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107

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 · always

Off-leash right now?

Off-leash anytime

Leash-free whenever the spot is open.

Free lot at the foot of Voltaire St (fills early on warm weekends); street overflow on Bacon St.

Rules verified · source: City of San Diego

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.
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.