Dog beach · Newport Beach, CA

Dogs at Newport Beach

Can I bring my dog, and where on the sand?
Limited access

Yes, on leash, dogs are allowed on Newport's ocean-front beaches only before 10am and after 4:30pm, year-round.

Leashed dogs (6-ft max) allowed on ocean-front beach/sidewalk before 10:00am and after 4:30pm daily; on harbor/bay-front beaches before 9:00am and after 5:00pm.

Where dogs can go

Leashed dogs (6-ft max) allowed on ocean-front beach/sidewalk before 10:00am and after 4:30pm daily; on harbor/bay-front beaches before 9:00am and after 5:00pm.

Where or when dogs are not allowed

Ocean-front beach 10:00am-4:30pm and harbor/bay beaches 9:00am-5:00pm daily, year-round; also prohibited on piers, docks, and Balboa Island Park.

Leash and beach rules

Municipal Code Ch. 7.04.030; off-leash never allowed; owners must carry a waste bag; fines $100-$500 for violations.

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 Newport Beach?

Yes, on leash, dogs are allowed on Newport's ocean-front beaches only before 10am and after 4:30pm, year-round. Leashed dogs (6-ft max) allowed on ocean-front beach/sidewalk before 10:00am and after 4:30pm daily; on harbor/bay-front beaches before 9:00am and after 5:00pm.

What is the dog rule at Newport Beach?

Municipal Code Ch. 7.04.030; off-leash never allowed; owners must carry a waste bag; fines $100-$500 for violations.

When are dogs not allowed at Newport Beach?

Ocean-front beach 10:00am-4:30pm and harbor/bay beaches 9:00am-5:00pm daily, year-round; also prohibited on piers, docks, and Balboa Island Park.

Are service animals allowed at Newport Beach?

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