Del Mar North Beach (Dog Beach)
North Beach from 29th Street to the Solana Beach border — off-leash under voice control most of the year, with summer morning-only off-leash hours.
Season: Off-leash from the day after Labor Day through June 15; June 16 – Labor Day off-leash dawn–8 a.m. only, leashed after
The rules, verified
- Off-season (day after Labor Day – June 15): off-leash under voice control
- Summer (June 16 – Labor Day): off-leash dawn to 8 a.m. only, leashed after
- Leashes max 6 feet elsewhere; clean up after your dog
- Fines start at $285
Set by City of Del Mar. Rules change — posted signage and the current ordinance always take precedence over this page.
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Nearby & related beaches
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South Carlsbad State Beach
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