If you’re looking to enjoy a day at the beach in Los Angeles, you’ll find miles of public shore access, just a quick drive or public transit ride away. However, Los Angeles dog owners who want their pups to join them will have limited options. Many of the beaches closest to Los Angeles don’t allow even leashed dogs. Fortunately, as long as you have access to a car, beach access is an easy (traffic-dependent) drive from most parts of Los Angeles. Here are the top 8 dog-friendly beaches in and around Los Angeles.
24 hours, dog-friendly hours vary by season and location
Cost:
Free
Off-Leash:
Yes, with seasonal and location restrictions
Located about 2 hours south of Los Angeles, best for weekend trips
Dogs allowed on all beaches with some hourly and seasonal restrictions
Mainly street parking, usually free
No leashes longer than 6 feet
Bring your own waste bags
Conclusion
Before any trip to the beach near Los Angeles, be prepared to keep your pup cool and hydrated. Pack water for drinking and rinsing your dog, shade, doggy sunscreen, and waste bags. As always, keep your dog under control, pick up after them, and follow all posted regulations. With so few dog-friendly beaches close to Los Angeles, the last thing you want to do is let your pup be a nuisance.
Elizabeth Gray is a lifelong lover of all animals great and small. She got her first cat at 5 years old and at 14, she started working for her local veterinarian. Elizabeth spent more than 20 years working as a veterinary nurse before stepping away to become a stay-at-home parent to her daughter. Now, she is excited to share her hard-earned knowledge (literally--she has scars) with the readers. Elizabeth lives in Iowa with her family, including her two furry kids, Linnard, a husky mix and Algernon, the worldʻs most patient cat. When not writing, she enjoys reading, watching all sports but especially soccer, and spending time outdoors with her family.
