Off-Leash Dog Parks in La Jolla, CA

There are 40 off-leash dog parks within 20 miles of La Jolla. 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 La Jolla.

Pet Friendly Poinsettia Dog Park
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
Pet Friendly Balboa Park
Balboa Park Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy the pet-friendly Balboa Park in San Diego, CA. This park is one of the largest urban parks in the country with over 1,000 acres. There are plenty of open spaces, gardens, and walking paths to explore, in addition to the San Diego Zoo, museums, and theaters. There are also two designated off-leash areas for dogs to explore at Balboa Dr at El Prado on the south side of Cabrillo Bridge and Morley Field located northwest of the tennis courts. When not in a designated off-leash area, dogs must be leashed at all times, and humans must clean up after their dogs throughout the park and off-leash areas. See Details
Grape Street Dog Park Grape Street Dog Park is the largest dog park in Balboa Park in San Diego, CA. The park features five acres of open fields that are surrounded by groves of mature eucalyptus trees. Other amenities include two dog water fountains and a restroom for people. 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
Nate's Point Off-Leash Dog Park Nate's Point Off-Leash Dog Park in San Diego, CA is considered to be one of the best dog parks in the area! Located within Balboa Park, Nate's Point is completely fenced to allow for Fido to have maximum fun! Park amenities include a double-entry gate, drinking fountain, and picnic tables. See Details
Dusty Rhodes Dog Park Bring Fido for some fun and play at Dusty Rhodes Dog Park in San Diego, CA. This huge off-leash dog park is fully fenced with doggie water fountains and a wide open space for dogs of all sizes to play. See Details
Dog Park at Rohr Park Rohr Park in Bonita, CA, is home to an off-leash dog park where Fido is welcome to play with his furry friends. This fenced-in recreation area features play structures, benches, waste bag dispensers and trash receptacles. Dogs are also welcome on a leash inside the rest of the community park but may only be off their leash in the designated area. See Details
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Rancho Bernardo Dog Park Bring Fido for fun and exercise at Rancho Bernardo Dog Park in San Diego, CA. This dog park is an off-leash zone that features three separate fenced areas for pets of different sizes as well as water, benches, and shade. See Details
Dog Park at Lamar County Park Lamar County Park in Spring Valley, CA, is home to a pet-friendly dog park. This recreation area for pups features separate small and large dog play spaces. The site is fenced-in, allowing dogs to run freely without a leash. Make sure you keep an eye on your pup when they're playing and clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Capehart Park Bring Fido for fun and exercise at Capehart Park in San Diego, CA. 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
Dog Park at Veterans Park Pets may play off-leash at the dog park in Veterans Park. This recreation area for pups is located in Chula Vista, CA, and features benches, a doggy water fountain and trash receptacles. While dogs are allowed in the greater community park, they must remain leashed until in the designated area. See Details
Rancho Penãsquitos Linear Dog Park Rancho Penãsquitos Linear Dog Park is a securely fenced pet-friendly space in San Diego, CA. There are two separate areas for large and small dogs, a double-gated entrance and benches. Visitors should note that both sections are large dirt plots and the park does not have any shaded areas. A water fountain is provided and is accessible during the summer months. 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