Southern California Dog Parks

These parks are fenced areas open only to dogs and their owners. Dogs are allowed to be "off-leash" and can run freely. Most dogs enjoy playing with each other and there are very few disagreements. Owners are expected to clean up after their own dogs. It is recommended to bring a water dish and water to some parks. It not recommended to bring small children.

Hollywood (on Mulholland Drive just off Laurel Canyon)
Lots of trees and grass. Huge park with view of Hollywood Hills and canyon below. Only open after 3:00 p.m.

Long Beach (on 7th Street just northwest of Pacific Coast Highway)
Nice park with grass and trees. Only park open at night, as late as 10:00 p.m.

Huntington Beach (on Edwards Street between Slater and pacific coast Highway)
Fairly new park. Nearby horseback riding trail.

Costa Mesa (at the end of Arlington Blvd. just off Fairview Street, across from the Orange County Fair)
Large park with trees and grass. Closes promptly at dusk. Closed on Wednesdays.

Laguna Beach (approx. 1/2 way down Laguna Canyon Road on the east side of the highway)
Next to the highway, not near hills or beach.

Redondo Beach (190th and Flagler)
No view, few trees and grass.

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Southern California Dog Beaches

Huntington Beach (on Pacific Coast Highway, just east of Goldenwest Street)
Dogs should be leashed. Not too busy.

San Diego (8 Fwy. Exit at "Sea Cliffs." Turn left. Turn right at next light. Residential area, go to end)
Very busy. Smooth waves break quite a ways off shore.

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