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Review:
Dog Beach in San Diego is the first off-leash dog beach in California. Although dog owners all over the state fought as well and now there are many other beaches where dogs can freely romp in the surf, Dog Beach remains one of the most popular and famous nation-wide.
The wide stretch of sand is located at the mouth of the San Diego River, at the end of I-8, in northern Ocean Beach.
Dogs and dog owners are happily sharing the beach with surfers, and you do not have to own a dog to come and enjoy this lovely melting pot of people, and dogs, of all sizes, colors and breeds having fun with wild abandon. Dog owners are requested to clean up after their dogs and to make sure that their vaccinations are up to date. Dog park etiquette remains in place – do not bring a dog who does not know how to behave with other dogs and people.
Point Loma, Ocean Beach, San Diego, CA
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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