Extremely clean beach and park across the street. My boyfriend and I took our Pomeranian here on Monday evening around 7:45 (great excuse to take out the new A4) it was still quite busy and parking was a bit hectic but it is summer after all. This beach is a way nicer area than the other dog beaches I've been to in San Diego. It wasn't full of trash drugs alcohol or grubby hippies and bums. It also has a beautiful park across from it with a play ground for the little ones. Since my dog is smaller I always get a little nervous at dog beaches rather than separated dog parks but all the canines were well trained and friendly. I'll definitely be back. read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Meeks enjoying the park before dog beach - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

The only downside to Coronado Dog Beach is that it's 35 minutes from my house with no traffic. Otherwise, this beach is absolutely amazing! I'm already in love with Coronado. The cute downtown area, the gorgeous Hotel Del Coronado and the beautiful soft, sandy beaches. Add on the fact that my little pug can roam around the beach without a leash and it would be hard to find a better spot. My pug had a blast greeting all the other dogs that visited our little area of the beach. She even went for a dip or two in the cool water. All the dogs seemed friendly and on a warm day (80ish degrees) the dogs were pretty calm. I think the heat made them less rambunctious than usual and many of the dogs were just laying in the sand next to their people or slowly wandering around. I noticed a few dog owners brought along a small tent or umbrella for their dogs and that's a wonderful idea that I may implement in the future. My pug would have loved a bit of shade but a cooling her off in the water worked too. read more

Fantastic dog beach beyond what I was expecting. Our dog isn't used to the ocean - he's more of a creek-wading guy - and we don't take him to off-leash parks much. But since we wanted to give him the chance to run around and blow off steam after riding around town with us seeing the sights, we stopped here on the recommendation of a friend. There are tons of dog-waste pick-up bags and trash bins, plus a lot of signage letting us know where the off-leash section starts and ends. The other dog owners were friendly and all the dogs we saw were non-threatening. A must-do for dog owners. read more

Took my pup here for the first time today. We loved it. Parking was a breeze, the beach was clean (expect for some seaweed, seaweed grosses me out) and they have a cool watering hose when you come out to clean off the pup before getting in the car. The only thing I didn't like was a few unfriendly people. I saw a fellow dog owner kick another persons dog b/c dog wanted to play with his dog and wouldn't go away. I mean come on people it's a dog beach. Dogs will play with each other. But there's always those weird unfriendly dog owners every where. read more

I love this place. Parking can be a pain in the ... during the summer but that's to be expected. Be sure to keep Fido on the leash until you get to the pet approved area - the pet policy is strictly enforced. The beaches are gorgeous and more often than not the dogs are well behaved with understanding owners. Occasionally you'll find an owner who is oblivious to the behavior of their little furry friend but it's rare and once you say something to them you shouldn't have any problems. The sand is gorgeous - i know, sounds silly right? The sand appears to have golden flecks in it and the beach is always clean and neat. read more

Took the two babies out today for a small get away! The sand looks like there's glitter in it! Looks really pretty imo. The beach was pretty clean and there were a lot of dogs running around! This dog beach allows dogs to run freely and unleashed, it's like doggy heaven! This place is not only kid friendly but also dog friendly. Will be taking the little ones back here for some more fun in the sun. read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

I have 2 little guys: a french bulldog and a chi-weenie. Both of them have a great time at this beach. They run free up and down the shore, no leashes required. The people are friendly and understanding when it comes to dog behavior: dogs will sniff your stuff, jump on your beach blanket, and gather 'round if you have food. It's a given. We always make new friends for the day and the lil' guys poop themselves out, eh, figuratively. Stats: the place is clean, there's a water fountain at the entrance (for dogs & people), a hose to rinse off after your beach day, poo bags, and trash cans located along the beach for disposal. Parking is on the street, be prepared to parallel. read more

Coronado Dog Beach - frenchie fun - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

I was SO pleasantly surprised by this dog beach! Personally, I've always been a bit reluctant to take my dog to places like these because of the high risk for dog attacks and issues with other owners because hey, we're all human and have different preferences. One thing I can say about this place is it feels so safe and it is also very clean. I was shocked by how happy & in harmony all of the dogs were - it was like a little piece of heaven! All of the owners are so kind and personable, and the beach is a little tucked away down a long path which made me feel a whole lot better than I would if it sat directly beside a busy street. The sand has a good shimmer to it and there is even a complimentary dog washing station near the parking so that your pup can be all clean once they hop into the car! My baby girl had the time of her life. This is definitely a new go-to spot for us. read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Just a happy girl & her poodle mix! - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

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We have been to Coronado beach many times and just recently found out they had a dog beach so we drove our two dogs there for a mini vacation and I am so glad we did. Not only did my dogs have a great time running, sniffing and playing but so did my kids. It was just as clean as the rest of the beach, not crowded and all the dogs and owners were polite and well behaved. I will definitely be returning. read more

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I love Dog beach BUT......My Dog Bella developed Kennel Cough after our visit...she was not exposed to any other dogs besides the one visit to Coronado...was wondering if anybody else has experienced the same??? read more

Big dogs off leash love this place but little dogs not so much. Unfortunately, I can't recommend this area for little dogs as the owners of the big dogs really don't care or control their dogs and they can hurt the little dogs easily. read more

The dog beach is located just next to the human beach. Parking can get a little insane if you come during peak hours so be aware of that. As with traffic in the island plan to leave the dog beach before 2pm or after 5pm to avoid the military traffic. The beach itself is marvelous. You'll notice gold specs covering the sand. I won't spoil it. Go ahead and google what it is. It makes the beach look amazing. There are poop bags leading onto the beach but none near the water. Trash bins for the bags far enough away from the water to not smell them or have it effect your day, but not so far away where you have to take a trek to throw away your poop bag. The dogs are all running around having a great time. You don't even need a dog to show up. If you just want to see some dogs running around while you swim or sun bathe. That's cool too. read more

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Came out here yesterday with my son and our Shiba. Had a great time! Will definitely come back out here next time I'm in town. read more

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We brought our Frenchie here for the first time today. The beach is big and clean. There are plenty of doggie bags available at the entrance of the dog side of the beach. Compared to Ocean beach, I liked this beach more for running/sprinting with our dog on the shore. This beach also has plenty of room to layout on. Street parking is free, but it gets filled pretty quickly. read more

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I'm a sucker for dog beaches. This dog beach is much much cleaner than, say, the Ocean Beach dog beach, and it actually looks like a pleasant place to just hang out. On the other hand, it lacks the vibrant joy of O.B., and it's a little small -- not quite as good for an ambling walk along the beach. Definitely the beach for you if cleanliness is your highest priority. But if cleanliness were your highest priority, you wouldn't have a dog. read more

An off-leash dog park, especially one on the beach, is just heaven on earth for our pup. He loves everything about it - the sand, the waves, all the dogs to run and play with, and so many interesting things to sniff. I love the beach, too, so it's win-win, and you can't beat the views. Compared to my local dog beach in OB, it's not nearly as big -- you can't walk too far, but we walked back and forth a few times, which was fine. It was also pretty crowded -- a lot of dogs and people per square foot, even early in the morning. But, on the plus side, free parking was no problem, and near the entrance, they have a water fountain, doggy water fountain, and even a hose to wash off your pup (and your feet), which was quite an added bonus. read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Where dogs (and kids) can run free! - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

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Wow, what a great dog beach! We arrived around 9am on Saturday, and were able to easily find parking on the street. I would say if you come around 9:30am, parking may be a little more difficult. There were plenty of dogs running around. I like how the beach is separated into two areas--one of humans and the far right is for dogs. After they are covered in wet sand, there is a little fountain area in the front (before you enter the sands) to hose them down. read more

What a great spot! My little guy had such a great time! I was worried to take him off leash first because it was his first time but he handled it well. Friendly pups and owners. Beach was clean. Parking was a little hard to find but worth the wait read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Our before and after pic. - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

Great place to bring your fur-babies and enjoy the day! Fun at the beach! Highly recommend. read more

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My wife and I use to take our Husky and our Lab to this beach all the time. They loved it. Our Husky has passed since then but we still have fond memories everytime we pass by here. Our dogs went nuts at this place. They would run up and down the coast and in and out of the water. The walk from the street to the water is a long one and the sand can get really hot in the summer time. I recommend carrying your dog down to the water if they are suceptible to burning paws. Other than that....enjoy. We did. read more

Loved it, wasn't too busy, easy to find parking. This is my first visit to dog beach so can't compare to others but my puppy loved it. Clean beach and clear signs where to go. Definitely coming back! read more

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Perfect place to get a tan and tire out your pooch! LOVE CORONADO DOG BEACH!! I lived here a year before I knew this existed! HUGE & CLEAN, usually parking friendly, and always a great time for your pup! Nice hose to clean off your pooch, multiple doggie bag stations, and wonderful place to set up your own beach chair and relax! Only warning: make sure to use the actual doggie entrance...$500 fine if you run into a jerky beach patrol...I was warned...! read more

Amazing beach strip that should be larger. This place get busy and the parking sucks big time. It is located at the end of the public beach strip in Coronado Island next to the military station. I usually park across the park in the residential side. Always a good time and most owners are considerate. People need to pick up after theirs dogs I seen plenty of people just leave their dog's poop right in front of everyone. On really hot days the sand on the walkway to the beach is overheating so be careful cause your little one could get burned. read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Ava sun bathing - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

The beach itself is beautiful and we had so much fun watching all the dogs play UNTIL 3 fighter jets came to land at the naval base right next to it and my senior dog almost had a heart attack. It was SOOOO LOUD. Please be aware that very loud planes and jets land there and it can spook dogs that are not use to it. read more

Such a fun DOG beach. heard people complaining about the smell walking out, but its a dog beach. So many friendly people and dogs there and our dog is worn out for the rest of the day after a visit here. Beware lots of dogs, no leashes. its a dog playing wonderland. Don't go and think its cute to sit on the beach and watch, you will be trampled at some time by someone else's dog. Smiles always watching the fur friends play about. I am a Karen and no complaints here. read more

On our recent visit to SD with our two dogs, we found Coronado Dog Beach accidentally when I typed Ocean Dog Beach into a Google search and hit directions. I'm so glad the Google algorithm sent us to Coronado: picturesque setting, clean, small beach, friendly people, and every shape and size dog you can imagine. Our dogs, one who is a grumpy old lady, and the other, a timid rescue, flourished in the sun and the water! Parking was easy on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. We didn't need the hose at the entrance but saw others using it to clean their pets. Bring lots of water, your pup will definitely get a work out! read more

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I love this dog beach. I've been to the one in Santa Barbara but I still think this is the best I've ever been in California. It's off leash, huge patch of sang for your dogs to play. My dogs love it here. Amazing place; it's near Hotel Del (one of the best hotel in San Diego) and very clean. read more

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Ruff ruff ruff. Ruff ruff ruff. My dog loves this dog beach. Lots of dogs, but not as bad as OB. Easy parking and there is a wash station. Beach is far enough from the road so I don't have to worry about the pooch wandering off. read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Someone doesn't want to go home :( - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

I love this place and so does my pooch! Although he tends to wander off and do his own thing, I'm never worried that my dog will end up in the street or in any other dangerous situation. Even during summertime the lifeguard and/or police vehicles don't generally drive down towards the dog beach area either (making it less sketchy to enjoy a few adult beverages while we're there). For the most part, everyone is pretty well trained- I've been going to this dog beach for years and have only witnessed a small handful of serious displays (maybe 3 or 4 instances) of aggression/dog fights where one or more dogs are injured. The only other dog park areas that I am as comfortable unleashing my mutt are the laurel street bridge dog park or the new-ish dog park on date str in little Italy read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

Nice beach with lots of dogs running around. This is not a beach to take your dogs for the first time since it's usually packed, but if you love dogs and want your fury friends to play with other dogs while enjoying the beach, this is a great spot! read more

This is the only beach in the San Diego region we take our dogs to. Charlie + Milo always have such a good time here. LOVE everything about Coronado Dog Beach! read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Charlie (Right) + Milo (Left) frolicking in the water on a Saturday afternoon. - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

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It was soooo much fun! Our dog was frolicking along the shore while we were walking within the gentle waves. We all had a blast! (I even asked our pup, Penelope) We all agreed on 5 stars for the memorable and bonding moments at this scenic location read more

Personally my favorite dog beach in San Diego. The owners are all respectful and clean up after their pups. Never had a bad encounter with others. My sweet girl always has the best time here! read more

Coronado Dog Beach - Beaches Near Me - Coronado, California

Coronado dog beach isn't bad. The dogs are generally very friendly and the beach is reasonably clean for a dog beach. Owners seem aware of their dog's behavior, but not necessarily very aware of other dogs on the beach. What do I mean by that? I like a little segregation in my dog parks/beaches. I have a very bouncy, fast, strong 60 pound lab-hound-god-knows-what mix. She is mostly very sweet, but is a bit of an attention whore and likes to bark at dogs if they are not playing with her. It's not a mean bark, but smaller dogs tend to roll over and start shaking violently in a way that makes their owners very nervous. She also treats small children as if they are dogs--running after them if they run down a dog park/beach/etc. This also scares the owners of the small children. So my main beef with this dog beach is that people didn't seem to group themselves by dog size like I've seen happen at most dog parks & beaches. A little self-imposed doggie segregation goes a long way in keeping dogs around other dogs they have fun playing with and prevents those of us with bigger dogs from having to play cop the entire time we are at the dog park. Same goes with kids--there were a lot of people with children picnicking and playing in the ocean. First off--I don't think I'd have my kid play in the water at a dog beach when there is a perfectly nice people beach within eye shot. But on a more selfish note, kids running around near my dog means I have to be on a constant lookout. All that being said, this is a nice beach, we had a good time, and I really appreciate places where my dog can run leash-free! read more

Took my beloved blind dog here last week. I am such a nervous pet parent. I worried about him getting sand in his eyes. I worried about him being upset by the other dogs (he's a big barker in our neighborhood!). I worried about him floating away in the ocean - no joke! I was just a wreck thinking about all the terrible things that could happen. And in the end, he was absolutely amazing. He loved running through the sand and had more pep and spark than I think I've ever seen. (No sand in the eyes!) He was very popular with the other dogs and only barked when they barked first. And although the ocean wasn't his favorite thing, the beach itself sure was! I can't wait to take him again. So -- lesson learned. Trust in the awesomeness of Coronado Dog Beach. Trust in the awesomeness of others' dogs. And, most of all, trust in the awesomeness of my dog. Because he's incredible. read more

My dog? Petrified of the swimming pool at home. My dog? LOVES the ocean. He was hesitant at first, but he quickly followed the lead of some other pooches and chased after some toys (note to self: buy water friendly dog toys that float). He went in pretty far too. The other dogs and owners were nice and friendly. There are a sufficient amount of poo bag posts walking down to the water (so stock up along the way, just in case). The best part is the hose as you walk off the beach, so you can rinse your sandy doggie to clean and shiny coat again. This place rules. read more

! :-) Okay.. can I say I love this beach! The dog guardians are responsible.. and there is HOT TAIL to catch.. I haven't had my butt sniffed by so many hotties in quite some time.. MALE AND FEMALE! If you want some action, and I mean GOOOOOD ACTION, this is the beach for the more fun loving civilized canine. And did I tell you about all the hot smelly asses? Sigh.. there's a staffordshire terrior with my butt smell all over her.. Not only will you love this beach for the eye candy, you'll love its cleanliness too.. there are garbage cans available, and bags too! Leashes are required on the street area and freshly trimmed lawn... up until you actually get to the beach area, thats when you can strip down and run! Afterwards, they even have an outdoor shower (hose/wash area).. Now this is the beach were alot of the hotties hang... you'll see them ALL there... from the leggy irish wolfhound to the fiesty Brussels Griffon.. Why one day, there was a whole pack of frenchies that took over the place.. Talk about hot asses! "HEAVEN.. I'm in HEAVEN.... " I give this Dog Park 5 Woofs and I'd pee on it too! read more

We decided to take our two pitbulls, Nala and Doebee, to a dog beach for the first time. I was a little nervous at first since they haven't been around so many dogs before. We went on a holiday which to us was a good thing since we wanted to see how they would be at a crowded beach. Getting to Coronado was a breeze and finding street parking only took a few minutes. It was pretty clear to see where the dog beach access was and right before you enter, you're presented with a sign which identifies where dogs are allowed. The walk to the beach wasn't as bad as some reviewers say but I can see how smaller dogs may have a challenge. Nala and Doebee were super excited to be there seeing other dogs and hearing the beach for the first time. Once we got to the beach, I can see it was sensory overload for them so we sat and let them soak it all in before walking into the water. We kept both on a leash just in case since other dogs were already approaching them to play. We walked towards the water and all of a sudden, my two dogs who are normally afraid of water are jumping and splashing on the beach. We couldn't believe it! It's a good thing we had the extended length leashes so they can run and jump freely. We were confident enough to let them go off-leash and rely on the training. They both listened to every command we were giving and they had so much fun playing in the water. There were a couple dogs there who made attempts to hump my dogs but their owners were quick to come up and stop them. Everyone there was super friendly and we actually spoke to a few owners who were there as first-timers like us. It was so awesome to see how happy other owners watching their dogs have the time of their lives. I was actually surprised to see how clean the beach was with so many dogs in a concentrated area. There were plenty of doggy bags around so owners were responsible to clean up after their dogs. We were there for a little over an hour since Nala and Doebee were exhausted from playing non-stop. On the walk back, there's a fountain and hose available to clean off your feet and dogs if needed. I was extremely happy to see my dogs have so much fun! I can't wait to bring them back. This time we'll be better prepared as far as what to bring. Here's some tips for first timers: - We brought a bamboo mat and towels. This was trampled over not just by our dogs, but by other dogs playing in the area. Bring beach chairs or something off the ground if you want to sit and not have sand in your butt. - An umbrella or tent shade definitely helps if you plan on being out there for a period of time. - Don't forget to bring water for your dogs. We have two Portabottles which our dogs drink out of. This is a water bottle for dogs which doesn't allow for sand to get in the drinking bowl. You can get it here: http://www.autoanything.com/pet-travel/69A6257A0A0.aspx read more

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My dog hates this dog beach! She hates sand, she hates water and she hates other dogs. Her idea of fun is sniffing every inch of the pavement...solo. However, I try to bring her here as much as possible just to show her that there's more to life than sniffing cement...solo. On the other hand, I love this dog beach. (1) It's clean. (2) The dogs are friendly, playful and well behaved. Having a dog bigger than me come lay on my feet is the sweetest thing. (3) The people are laid back and friendly. read more

Well, one thing is for sure. Doggis LOVES the Coronado Dog Beach. After spending the weekend cooped up at a doggie hotel, while we were away for a wedding, I figured it was time to pamper the pooch with something other than our usual 1.5 hour walk around the upper Otay Lake. It was his first time going to the beach. I have to admit, I was pretty apprehensive. Especially since the 95 lb doggie hates taking baths. But, I figure it'd be an adventure for both of us and, if it didn't work out, we could just walk the sidewalk to the Hotel Del and back. Going on a weekday, right before lunch, it wasn't even crowded. There were about 20 dogs running around. But, with this husky-lab mix being a runner, I opted to keep him leash. There was a lot of room where I can let Doggis play in the water. The beach was surprisingly clean and didn't reek of the stench of undisposed doggie pooped, unlike the Ocean Beach location. As one other Yelper lamented, yes, there is a lot of kelp at Coronado, but my dog didn't care one way or another. I think I'll try to do weekly outtings with him to the beach. I should invest in a longer leash, though. That way, I can sit my butt on the dry sand, while he gets as wet as he wants. Whatever makes Doggis happy! read more