Nationally renowned Dog Beach in Ocean Beach, California, is one of the country’s first official off-leash dog beaches. Dogs freely romp the sandy beach and play in the water where the beach meets the mouth of San Diego River. A rock jetty separates the area from the busy entrance to Mission Bay. Located at the corner of Voltaire Street and West Point Loma Boulevard, there is a large parking lot and plenty of street parking for dog owners. It’s also a good surf spot, and there are showers and bathrooms. The Original Dog Beach is open 24-hours.

Address: The Original Dog Beach, Ocean Beach Bike Path, San Diego, CA, Phone: 619-236-5555

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