Off-Leash Dog Parks in Encinitas, CA

There are 3 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 a dog-friendly park 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 kept leashed when walking to and from the Dog Park area within Encinitas Community Park but can be off-leash once inside the Dog Park areas. The park is closed for maintenance on Thursdays from 1pm until 3pm. 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
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
Kearny Mesa Leash-Free Dog Park Fido is sure to enjoy Kearny Mesa Leash-Free Dog Park in San Diego, CA. Your pet will love to play off-leash at this fenced, 1-acre dog park featuring shady trees, chairs, and water stations for pups and people. See Details
Alga Norte Community Park Dog-friendly Alga Norte Community Park in Carlsbad, CA, features an off-leash dog park divided into areas for larger and smaller dogs, and includes obstacle course-type play equipment on a mix of turf and decomposed granite surfaces. See Details
South Buena Vista Park South Buena Vista Park in Vista, CA, is a large park that offers an off-leash hours for dogs. The park has shaded areas for wandering in and out of the trees as well as open areas for running. There is a doggie drinking fountain and several waste bag stations. For the humans, there are many benches, a basketball court, and a fenced-in playground. The park offers some off-leash hours; please check their website for current hours when dogs are welcome off-leash. See Details
Woodglen Vista Dog Park Woodglen Vista Dog Park is a fully-fenced, off-leash dog park in Santee, CA. The park has shade and water available. Woodglen Vista Park also has restrooms and an open grass field. Please ensure Fido is leashed when outside of the dog park area. See Details
Montiel Park Montiel Park is a dog-friendly park in San Marcos, CA. There is a dog park inside the park for Fido to run and play. The park also has restrooms and a picnic area. See Details
Hollandia Park Hollandia Park is a dog-friendly park in San Marcos, CA. There is a dog park inside the park that features separate areas for small and large dogs. The park also has a trail connection, restrooms, and picnic areas. See Details
May Flower Dog Park May Flower Dog Park is a dog-friendly park in Escondido, CA. This fenced, off-leash, 1.5-acre area allows Fido to play off-leash and socialize with other dogs. Limit three dogs per person when visiting and owners must remain with their dogs. Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated. See Details
Capehart Dog Park Located at the corner of Felspar and Soledad Mountain Road, this one acre park offers two fenced pens on turfed areas. One is for small dogs and the other is for large dogs. Both areas provide water for dogs, a drinking fountain, picnic tables and benches, and a parking area. See Details
Canine Corners Dog Park at Harry Griffen Park BringFido to romp off-leash at Canine Corners Dog Park at Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa, CA! The Dog Park is located in Harry Griffen Park and features three separate fenced spaces: one for small dogs and the other two areas are for dogs of all sizes. All enclosures have water, picnic tables, clean-up bags, and scoopers. A drinking fountain is located at the dog park entrance. Human visitors can relax in its shaded seating areas. Dogs must be leashed in Harry Griffen Park until they are inside the Dog Park. There is ample parking and it is ADA accessible. Rules and regulations can be found on Canine Corners' official website. See Details
Mast Park Off-Leash Dog Park Mast Park Off-Leash Dog Park is a dog-friendly park in Santee, CA, set on the banks of the San Diego river. Pets are permitted on-leash in designated areas. The park also features 2-miles of lighted trails, walk-in access from the Mission Creek Trail and Wintercreek Place, and has restrooms on site. See Details
Doyle Community and Dog Park Doyle Community and Dog Park is a dog-friendly park in San Diego, CA. Bring your pet to play off-leash at this fenced dog park that features grass, separate small dog area, water fountains, shade structures, and a barbecue area. See Details
Torrey Highlands Dog Park Torrey Highlands Dog Park is a dog-friendly park in San Diego, CA. Your pet will thank you for the chance to play 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 dog-friendly park 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. 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
Ann D. L'Heureux Memorial Dog Park The dog-friendly Ann D. L'Heureux Memorial Dog Park in Carlsbad, CA, features 13,200 square feet of fenced area for dogs to play and exercise. The park has benches, a dog drinking fountain, plastic bag dispensers, a dedicated parking lot, and is shaded by eucalyptus trees. See Details
Rancho Bernardo Dog Park Rancho Bernardo Dog Park in San Diego, CA, is an off-leash dog park that features three separate fenced areas for pets of different sizes as well as water, benches, and shade. See Details
San Elijo Hills Dog Park You and your pet are bound to make friends at San Elijo Hills Dog Park located within San Elijo Park in San Marcos, CA. This fenced, off-leash dog park features a separate small dog area and plenty of walking paths. See Details
Buccaneer Beach Park Buccaneer Beach Park is a dog-friendly park in Oceanside, CA. The park is located just across the street from the beach; leashed dogs are welcome in the small park, but not on the adjacent beach. See Details
Cadman Leash Free Dog Area Cadman is a dog-friendly community park in San Diego, CA, with a designated off-leash area. The best part of this park is the playground area for kids right next to the doggy play area. Bring your own water and clean up after your pet. No leash free hours on Fourth of July, and on Saturday mornings during Little League season. See Details