Featured beaches
Cardiff State Beach
Oceanside
Located on the San Diego Coast, which has been called the Riviera of the West, Cardiff State Beach has a gently sloping sandy beach with warm water. The site offers swimming, surfing and beachcombing.
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Coronado Dog Beach
Coronado
Coronado's Dog Beach offers leash-free fun year-round and is conveniently located across from Sunset Park on Ocean Boulevard, adjacent to Coronado's North Island U.S. Naval Station. The off-leash dog beach is located at the north end of Central Beach.
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Del Mar City Beach
Oceanside
Del Mar City Beach stretches from 15th Street near Seagrove Park and Powerhouse Park northward to the cliffs at North Beach (aka Dog Beach). A great place for swimming, surfing, walking, and jogging.
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Del Mar North Beach
Del Mar
North Beach, affectionately called “Dog Beach” by dog owners, is located north of 29th Street and stretches nearly one-half mile to the Solana Beach border.
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Fiesta Island
San Diego
Dog-friendly Fiesta Island, situated within Mission Bay, is a sprawling park that attracts numerous charity walks, runs, bicycle races, and special events. It is particularly renowned as the host of the annual Over-the-Line tournament.
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Main Beach – Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar, located in San Diego County along the California Coast, boasts a long-standing reputation as a dog-friendly city. Since its incorporation in 1959, Del Mar has welcomed furry companions with open arms.
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Ocean Beach Dog Beach
San Diego
Ocean Beach Dog Beach is located in the community of Ocean Beach. This is a wide beach, approximately one mile long,
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South Beach – Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar, located in San Diego County along the California Coast, offers a delightful beach experience for both dogs and their owners.
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