Best Dog Parks in Southern California

Man’s best friend loves the outdoors, and Southern California has the perfect weather for you and Fido to enjoy! Dog parks are a great way for dogs and people alike to socialize within their communities. So if you are looking for the best dog parks in Southern California, you’ve come to the right place!

Costa Mesa Bark Park

Costa Mesa Bark Park is located on the corner of Arlington Drive & Newport Boulevard in TeWinkle Park.

Turf: Grass, dirt

Shade: Plenty of shady trees

Small Park: Yes – small, elderly & disabled dogs welcome

Restroom: Yes, permanent facility shared with the skate park

Positives: Large, open park with plenty of parking & all new lights

Hours: Dawn to 9:00 p.m.
Closed Tuesdays

Address & Phone:
890 Arlington Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(949) 733-4101

Website:
www.cmbarkpark.org

Dana Point Dog Fun Zones

Dana Point’s leash free Dog Fun Zones are found within the following parks where your four-legged friend can stretch his legs and play a little Frisbee!

Creekside Park
25743 Stonehill Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629

Crystal Cove Park
25044 Via Elevado
Dana Point, CA 92629

Heritage Park
34400 Old Golden Lantern
Dana Point, CA 92629

Sea Canyon Park
33093 Santiago Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629

Sea Terrace Park
Pacific Coast Highway and Niguel Road
Dana Point, CA 92629

 

Huntington Beach: Huntington Central Park

Huntington Central Park includes a fenced leash-free park with sizeable areas for both small & large dogs

Turf: Wood chips

Shade: Trees, shelters

Small Park: Large, separate park

Restroom: Yes, Central Park (main)

Positives: Large separate parks for small & large dogs, plenty of shade & chairs, located in beautiful Central Park, close to Park Bench Cafe (dog friendly restaurant with canine cuisine menu)

Negatives: Wood chips rough on the paws

Hours: Weekdays, 9am to 5pm (Large Dog Park)
Weekdays, 9am to 7pm (Small Dog Park)
Weekends, 10am to 5pm(Large Dog Park)
Weekends, 10am to 7pm (Small Dog Park)

Address & Phone:
HB Central Park
Edwards & Inlet. Streets
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714)536-5672

Website:
www.stockteam.com/hbdog.html

Irvine Central Bark

Irvine’s Central Bark features almost 3 acres of open field for off-leash play

Turf: Grass & dirt

Shade: Large umbrellas, shelters & trees

Small Park: Large separate fenced area

Restroom: Portable facilities

Positives: Lots of space & parking, handicap friendly

Hours: 6:30 am to 9pm daily
Closed: Wednesdays

Address & Phone:
6405 Oak Canyon
Irvine, CA 92618
(949)724-MUDD

Website:
www.cityofirvine.org

Laguna Beach: Laguna Canyon Dog Park

The Laguna Beach Dog Park is over two acres of grassy expanse tucked between the hills of the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park and the Aliso/Wood Canyons Regional Wilderness Park

Turf: Grass

Shade: Just a few trees

Small Park: Yes

Restroom: Portable facility

Positives: Huge grassy park, lots of space to run

Negatives: Metered parking on busy Laguna Canyon Road

Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Closed Wednesdays
Also closed during and after rain

Address & Phone:
20612 Laguna Canyon Rd
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-3552 or (949) 497-0706

Websites:
www.lagunabeach.com
www.lbdogpark.org

Mission Viejo La Paws Dog Park

Mission Viejo’s La Paws Dog Park consists of 3 dog play areas…the large area is 1.5 acres and the small area is .5 acres. The third area is .1 acres and is dedicated for single owner use. The park has a 40 car parking lot, a plaza for special events and a walking trail that takes advantage of the wonderful Arroyo views.

Turf: Grass

Shade: Trees

Hours: Open daily 7:00am to 8:00pm
Closed on Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. for weekly turf maintenance

Address & Phone:
25100 Felipe Road
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
(949) 470-3045

Website:
www.cityofmissionviejo.org/DogPark

Newport Beach Dog Park

Part of the 16-acre Civic Center park, which includes a dog park, a civic lawn for outdoor events, places for art, a restored wetlands, 1.23 miles of walking and viewing trails, a belvedere and other view opportunities, and restrooms.

Turf: Astro Turf, dirt, concrete

Shade: Some trees

Small Park: No

Hours: 7:00am to dusk except Wednesdays 9:00am to dusk

Address:
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-644-3151

Website:
www.newportbeachca.gov

 

 

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