Dog Beach — Ocean Beach
The City lists Dog Beach at the west end of the San Diego River Floodway as a designated leash-free area. Its off-leash directory places the entrance at the foot of Voltaire Street and publishes 24-hour access.
DOG ACCESSDesignated off-leash area
HOURS24 hours
RULES CHECKEDNov. 4, 2026
Stay inside the boundary: the leash-free designation applies to Dog Beach, not every surrounding Ocean Beach shoreline, park or boardwalk area. Follow posted signs and leash rules when leaving the designated area.
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