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Ocean Beach Dog Park
Outer Richmond / Sunset
Miles of wide sand along the Pacific. Off-leash rules vary by section, and parts of the beach are seasonally protected for the threatened western snowy plover. Read the posted signs at each stairwell before unclipping. Cold water and strong rip currents: don't let dogs swim far out.
- Where
- Great Highway, Cliff House to Sloat Blvd
- Neighborhood
- Outer Richmond / Sunset
- Fenced
- No, open area
- Hours
- Varies; check the National Park Service page
- Managed by
- National Park Service (Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
- Official page
- nps.gov
Rules here
- Off-leash only in designated areas, and only with your dog under voice and sight control.
- Leash in posted on-leash zones and around protected habitat; seasonal shorebird protection areas have extra limits.
- Pick up after your dog and don't leave your dog unattended.
- Commercial dog walkers need a federal permit and may walk no more than six dogs.
Closures for turf recovery, repairs and wildlife happen often. Check the official page or posted signs before you go.
What to bring
- Quick-dry dog towel: For the sandy, wet dog you're about to put in the car.
- Waterproof car seat cover: Sand and mud stay off the back seat.
- Collapsible water bowl: Fountains aren't always working. Clips to a leash.
- Ball launcher: Longer throws without a slimy hand.
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Nearby dog parks
- Fort Funston (Lake Merced / Ocean coast)
- Golden Gate Park (4 areas) (Golden Gate Park)
- Mountain Lake Park (Inner Richmond)
- Pine Lake Park (Parkside / Stern Grove)