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SOMA West Dog Park
SoMa
A small urban dog park serving the fast-growing SoMa West and Mission/Market area, where backyards are rare.
- Where
- SoMa West, near Market & Van Ness
- Neighborhood
- SoMa
- Fenced
- Check posted signs
- Hours
- Most SF parks are open 5 a.m. to midnight; confirm on the official page
- Managed by
- SF Recreation & Park Department
- Official page
- sfrecpark.org
Rules here
- Off-leash only inside the marked dog play area; leash everywhere else in the park.
- No dogs on athletic fields, courts or children's play areas.
- Pick up and remove waste, and don't leave your dog unattended.
- Control excessive barking and digging; keep vaccinations and license current.
- Dog walkers: no more than eight dogs per person.
Closures for turf recovery, repairs and wildlife happen often. Check the official page or posted signs before you go.
What to bring
- Ball launcher: Longer throws without a slimy hand.
- Poop bag dispenser: Park dispensers are often empty. Bring your own.
- Collapsible water bowl: Fountains aren't always working. Clips to a leash.
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Nearby dog parks
- Berry Street (Mission Bay)
- Channel Street (Mission Bay)
- McKinley Square (Potrero Hill)
- Potrero Hill Recreation Center (Potrero Hill)