Dog beach · San Diego, CA

Dogs at Ocean Beach Dog Beach

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

Yes, Dog Beach in Ocean Beach is San Diego's only beach where dogs can be off-leash 24 hours a day.

Off-leash allowed 24/7 on the sand north of Lifeguard Tower 5, at the mouth of the San Diego River (west end of the Ocean Beach Flood Control Channel).

Where dogs can go

Off-leash allowed 24/7 on the sand north of Lifeguard Tower 5, at the mouth of the San Diego River (west end of the Ocean Beach Flood Control Channel).

Where or when dogs are not allowed

Leash required between the bikeway path and the Ocean Beach Pier (rest of Ocean Beach); standard leash law applies elsewhere in the city.

Leash and beach rules

Owners responsible for control and clean-up. Adjacent Fiesta Island is also off-leash, open 4am-10pm daily.

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 Ocean Beach Dog Beach?

Yes, Dog Beach in Ocean Beach is San Diego's only beach where dogs can be off-leash 24 hours a day. Off-leash allowed 24/7 on the sand north of Lifeguard Tower 5, at the mouth of the San Diego River (west end of the Ocean Beach Flood Control Channel).

What is the dog rule at Ocean Beach Dog Beach?

Owners responsible for control and clean-up. Adjacent Fiesta Island is also off-leash, open 4am-10pm daily.

When are dogs not allowed at Ocean Beach Dog Beach?

Leash required between the bikeway path and the Ocean Beach Pier (rest of Ocean Beach); standard leash law applies elsewhere in the city.

Are service animals allowed at Ocean Beach Dog Beach?

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