Off-Leash Dog Parks in Encinitas, CA

There are 5 off-leash dog parks in Encinitas, and 32 more nearby. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Encinitas.

Pet Friendly Encinitas Viewpoint Park
Encinitas Viewpoint Park Encinitas Viewpoint Park in Encinitas, CA, is a dog-friendly park that welcomes Fido to play off-leash during designated hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Visit the website for the current specified times. See Details
Pet Friendly Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park
Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park is located within Encinitas Community Park in Encinitas, CA. This 2-acre dog park features areas for small dogs, timid or first-time dogs, and a large lawn open to all. Dogs must be leashed when walking to and from the designated off-leash area. The park is closed for maintenance on Thursdays from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM. See Details
Orpheus Park Orpheus Park in Encinitas, CA, is a beautiful, dog-friendly neighborhood park that boasts gorgeous ocean views and where Fido can enjoy off-leash fun with you at designated hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Visit the website for the current off-leash hours. See Details
Sun Vista Park (East) Bring Fido for fun and exercise at Sun Vista Park (East) in Encinitas, CA. The specified dog play area is not fenced in. There are posted signs for allowed off leash hours. Make sure to pack water for your pup, because there are no drinking fountains available at the park. See Details
Dog Park at Olympus Park Fido can play off-leash at the dog park at Olympus Park in Encinitas, CA. The area features a large and small dog section that is 1/4 acre. The outdoor facility is open from dawn to dusk, with potential maintenance closures from the City for upkeep. See Details
Poinsettia Dog Park Bring your pooch to play at Poinsettia Dog Park located at Poinsettia Community Park in Carlsbad, CA. The park features a 27,700-square-foot off-leash and fenced area with a natural grass surface. The park has separate areas for large dogs small dogs, and each section has agility equipment, drinking fountains, bag dispensers and picnic tables.Additional shaded picnic tables are located outside the dog park’s two sets of double-entry gates. See Details
Civita Park Civita Park is a dog-friendly, multi-level, 14-acre park and dog park in San Diego, CA. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you at the dog park, outdoor amphitheater, picnic grove, and interpretive gardens. Dogs are not allowed in the interactive water feature, bocce court, basketball court, or historic mining terrace. The dog park on site has two separate areas for play, where dogs are separated based upon weight. Please check with the San Diego Park and Recreation Department for requirements regarding vaccinations and age for use of the dog park. See Details
Dog Park at Alga Norte Community Park Alga Norte Community Park in Carlsbad, CA, features an off-leash dog park divided into areas for larger and smaller dogs. Fido can play with his furry friends here while enjoying the obstacle course-type equipment on a mix of turf and decomposed granite surfaces. Ensure Fido is leashed in the community recreation area until the designated dog park. See Details
The Dog Society The Dog Society is a very dog-friendly combination of a sports bar, cafe and and dog park in San Diego, CA. While canine companions are not required, they are highly encouraged. Humans can enjoy beer, coffee, sandwiches, salads and smoothie bowls. The drink menu rotates but generally includes a variety of beers, wines, seltzers and ciders. Pups can enjoy dog beers and other tasty treats, as well as playtime and socialization with other dogs and dog-loving people! See Details
Dog Park at Woodglen Vista Bring Fido to come and play at the dog park at Woodglen Vista in Santee, CA. This fully-fenced, off-leash park is shaded to help keep your pup cool during hot summer days. There is a double gate system for safety. Please note there are not separate play areas for small and large breeds. Remember to leash Fido back up when exiting to the large Woodglen Vista park. See Details
May Flower Dog Park Bring Fido to play off-leash at May Flower Dog Park in Escondido, CA. This 1.5-acre fenced area allows Fido to socialize with other dogs without the restraints of a leash. Limit three dogs per person when visiting, owners must remain with them, and pups must be licensed and vaccinated. See Details
Dog Park at Mast Park Bring Fido to play at the dog park in Mast Park, set on the banks of the San Diego river in Santee, CA. This fenced dog park has designated areas for small and large breed dogs, to ensure that all pups have a good time. Remember to leash your pup back up when exiting into Mast Park. See Details
Doyle Dog Park Fido can enjoy playtime at the Doyle dog park in San Diego, CA. Bring your pup to play off-leash at this fenced-in dog park that features grass, a separate small dog area, water fountains and a shade structure. See Details
Torrey Highlands Dog Park Bring Fido for some playtime at Torrey Highlands Dog Park in San Diego, CA. Your pet will thank you for the chance to run around off-leash at this fenced, 1-acre park that offers a turfed and mulched area. See Details
Poway Dog Park Poway Dog Park is a great place to bring Fido in Poway, CA. Your pet will love making friends at this 1.75-acre, off-leash dog park, which includes three separate fenced enclosures for small, medium, and large dogs. Remember to leash your pup back up when exiting into the larger Poway Community Park. See Details
La Jolla Colony Dog Park La Jolla Colony Dog Park is a pet-friendly recreational area in San Diego, CA. This park features a large, fenced area for dogs of any size. There are benches and shaded areas as well. Bring Fido to get some exercise and meet new friends. See Details
Mission Bay Park Bring Fido to explore the dog-friendly Mission Bay Park in San Diego, CA. Rules about dogs being leashed vary from area to area, so make sure to pay close attention to posted signs. Fiesta Island is leash-free. See Details
Canine Corners Dog Park at Harry Griffen Park Bring Fido to romp off-leash at Canine Corners Dog Park at Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa, CA! The recreation area features three separate fenced spaces: one for small dogs and the other two sites for dogs of all sizes. All enclosures have water, picnic tables, clean-up bags and scoopers. A drinking fountain is at the dog park entrance, and human visitors can relax in shaded seating areas while pups play. See Details
Paradise Bark in Sunrise Park Bring Fido to play with his pet companions at Paradise Bark, the Keystone Heights, FL, city dog park in Sunrise Park! Here, Fido can enjoy exploring off leash in the fenced recreation area, which features agility obstacles, benches and picnic tables for owners to unwind, and a doggie & me drinking fountain. See Details
Cadman Leash-Free Dog Area Bring Fido to play off-leash at the Cadman Park Leash-Free Area in San Diego, CA. This is a designated off-leash park located within the greater Cadman Park. It's requested that you bring your own water and clean up after your pet. See Details
Encinitas, CA, US