Huntington Beach Dog Beach, Orange County

By: DogTrekker Staff

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

Huntington Beach Dog Beach, Orange County. This salty-dog paradise encompasses a 1.5-mile section of a 3.5-mile-long beach that seems plucked straight out of a surfer movie (no wonder Huntington Beach is nicknamed Surf City USA). You’ll find yourself humming a Beach Boys tune as you and your pup immerse yourselves in surf culture.

This is the only off-leash beach in the county, and it’s also home to the annual Surf City Surf Dog competition (Sept. 29 this year). You’ll watch in amazement as dozens of dogs from as far away as Australia and Brazil “hang 20” as they compete for top honors.

On a leash, you and yours can enjoy sandy walks on several other OC beaches, including Corona del Mar Main Beach, Main Beach in Laguna Beach, San Onofre State Beach and other strands. For a listing, click here.