Dog-friendly beaches in San Diego
San Diego has both designated off-leash dog beaches and regular beaches with time-of-day restrictions. PawStreak separates those so you can quickly see what kind of beach day actually works.
Dog Beach — Ocean Beach
San Diego's classic designated off-leash dog beach at the mouth of the San Diego River. Big, sandy, social and built for dogs that want to run and swim.
Fiesta Island — Mission Bay
Open 4 a.m.–10 p.m. with large areas where dogs can roam off leash outside protected restrictions. Great for space, shoreline and longer loops.
Coronado Dog Beach
A wide North Beach off-leash area with room to sprint and a strong coastal setting.
Del Mar Dog Beach
A well-known North County dog beach with seasonal rules. Check current leash requirements before you go.
Know the rules before you leave
Beach dog rules can change by season, hour and exact stretch of sand. We prioritize official city and park sources and flag places that need a current-rule check.