San Diego's enlightened Leash Optional parks.

San Diego County has "off leash" areas in their parks everywhere.

Your Dogs and City Parks

• Dog Parks and Facilities
  • Approved Leash-Free Locations
  • Map of Leash-Free Locations (PDF)
  • About Dogs at Beaches and Mission Bay

All dogs shall be maintained on a leash not to exceed eight feet, including trails and canyons in all parks. For those parks that have been designated dog off-leash areas, dogs must be leashed until inside the posted boundary for the off-leash area.

Dogs benefit by being protected from rattlesnakes, ticks, traffic and various other hazards and distractions. Also, poison oak is spread from dogs to humans.

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We understand that people love their dogs and want a place for them to run free, play fetch and socialize with other dogs. The City of San Diego has designated off-leash dog areas for just this reason. It is necessary to keep your pets within the boundaries of the posted "Designated Dog Off-Leash" areas. The perimeters may be unsafe for your dog (ex. traffic, sharp objects that can injure them).

Please adhere to the posted park rules and also:

• always pick up after your pet;
• do not bring a puppy to the dog park until all required vaccinations are complete;
• be sure that your dog's required vaccinations are up to date for the health of all dogs on site; and
• be sure that your dog is wearing a current license from the County Department of Animal Services.