Dog beach · San Diego, CA

Dogs at Fiesta Island

Can I bring my dog, and where on the sand?
Dog-friendly

Yes, Fiesta Island in Mission Bay is a large leash-optional off-leash recreation area for dogs.

Open daily 4:00am-10:00pm; dogs may be off-leash under voice control throughout the island, including the shoreline.

Where dogs can go

Open daily 4:00am-10:00pm; dogs may be off-leash under voice control throughout the island, including the shoreline.

Where or when dogs are not allowed

Youth Camp and Aquatic Center areas; seasonal California least tern nesting buffer zones at the north and south points, April 15-September 15.

Leash and beach rules

Dogs must be responsive to voice control with visible tags; owners must clean up waste. Managed by the City of San Diego.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

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Last verified 2026-07-09

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Fiesta Island?

Yes, Fiesta Island in Mission Bay is a large leash-optional off-leash recreation area for dogs. Open daily 4:00am-10:00pm; dogs may be off-leash under voice control throughout the island, including the shoreline.

What is the dog rule at Fiesta Island?

Dogs must be responsive to voice control with visible tags; owners must clean up waste. Managed by the City of San Diego.

When are dogs not allowed at Fiesta Island?

Youth Camp and Aquatic Center areas; seasonal California least tern nesting buffer zones at the north and south points, April 15-September 15.

Are service animals allowed at Fiesta Island?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.