Imperial Beach and Imperial Beach Pier
Beach · Imperial Beach
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Fishing
Why it's here: “Leashed, only south of Imperial Beach Blvd and north of Palm Ave; never on the pier”
Dog-friendly beaches in San Diego
7 places · Updated automatically · Last reviewed October 29, 2026
San Diego beaches and waterfront spots where dogs are welcome, from off-leash areas to beaches with set dog hours. Check each guide for the current rules.
- Coronado Beach
Beach · Coronado
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Dog-friendly
Why it's here: “Dog Beach, a sandy area at the north end, is an off-leash dog run where dogs are always allowed without a leash.” - Ocean Beach and Ocean Beach Pier
Beach · San Diego
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Dog-friendly
Why it's here: “Dogs are always allowed off leash there” - Silver Strand State Beach
Beach · Coronado
- Kayak & SUP
- Swimming
- Camping
Why it's here: “Leashed dogs in lots, campground and bayside paved trails” - Cardiff State Beach
Beach · Cardiff
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Dog-friendly
Why it's here: “Leashed dogs at Cardiff Reef and Seaside, south of tower 16” - Fiesta Island
Beach · San Diego
- Kayak & SUP
- Jet skis allowed
- Dog-friendly
Why it's here: “Fenced off-leash area on the island” - Del Mar City Beach
Beach · Del Mar
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Dog-friendly
Why it's here: “Off-leash area north of 29th Street, with seasonal hours”
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