Located along the western edge of Los Angeles, you’ll find the Marina Del Rey neighborhood, just south of the better-known Venice and Santa Monica. Like much of L.A., this area is densely populated, and not every dog owner here has the space for a yard. Luckily, Marina Del Rey residents have multiple local options for off-leash play. Here are the best off-leash dog parks in and around Marina Del Rey, CA, that you can visit today!
The 10 Off-Leash Dog Parks in Marina Del Rey, CA
1. Glen Alla Dog Park
- Small park with water and waste bags
- Separate small and large dog play areas
- Grass and artificial turf playing surface
- Restrooms, picnic tables, and a playground
2. Westminster Dog Park
- Spacious park close to the beach and Venice Boardwalk
- Separate small and large dog play areas
- Wood chip and dirt playing surface
- Water, benches, shade, parking, and waste bags
- Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and other amenities
3. Bluff Creek Dog Park
- Hilly dog park with an artificial turf playing surface
- Separate small and large dog play areas
- Street parking only
- No restrooms at this location
- Shade, water for drinking and playing, waste bags, and benches
4. Oberrieder Dog Park
- Compact dog park with agility equipment and shade trees
- Separate small and large dog play areas
- Street parking only
- Wood chip playing surface
- Located near a beautiful walking trail
5. Longwood Dog Park
- Usually the least crowded of the three Playa Vista off-leash parks
- Separate small and large dog play areas
- Street parking only
- Wood chip playing surface
- Water, waste bags, and trash cans
6. Pacific Street Dog Park
| ️ Address: |
2174 Main St. Santa Monica, CA 90405 |
| Open Times: |
Monday to Friday: 7:30 am to 8:30 pm; Wednesday: Closed 9:30 am to 11:30 am for maintenance; Saturday to Sunday and holidays: 8:30 am to 8:30 pm |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Off-Leash: |
Yes |
- No separate play area for small dogs
- Wood chip and dirt playing surface
- Waste bags, shade, water, and trash cans
- Street parking only
- Dogs must wear a license tag
7. Herb Katz Dog Park
| ️ Address: |
2300 7th St. Santa Monica, CA 90405 |
| Open Times: |
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 am to 8:30 pm; Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 am to 8:30 pm; Tuesday: 7:30 am to 9:30 am, 11 am to 8 pm; Thursday: 7:30 am to 9:30 am, 11 am to 8:30 pm |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Off-Leash: |
Yes |
- Limited parking
- Grass and dirt playing surface
- Separate areas for large and small dogs
- Shade, benches, water, waste bags, and restrooms are available
- Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated—animal control does check periodically
8. Airport Park Dog Park
| ️ Address: |
3201 Airport Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90405 |
| Open Times: |
Monday and Wednesday: 11:30 am to 8:30 pm; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:30 am to 8:30 pm; Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 am to 8:3o pm |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Off-Leash: |
Yes |
- The parking lot gets crowded fast on weekends
- Dirt and mulch playing surface
- Located next to the Santa Monica airport, so expect some aviation noise
- No more than 45 dogs allowed per side
- Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated, even non-resident pets
9. The Boneyard Dog Park
- Lighted for nighttime play
- Dogs must be licensed
- Shade, water, waste bags, and seating are available
- Restrooms available until 6 pm
- No more than three dogs per handler are allowed
10. El Segundo Dog Park
- Located next to LAX airport with great views
- Sand and dirt playing surface can get dusty
- Water is available, but can be unreliable so it’s recommended to bring your own
- Shade and pooper-scoopers are available, but bring your own bags
- Separate large and small dog areas
Conclusion
Be sure to check the specific rules for each of these 10 dog parks in and around Marina Del Rey before visiting with your pup. For safety, don’t bring your puppy to the park until they’re fully vaccinated. Introduce your dog slowly to dog park play, especially if they’re shy or submissive. Not every dog enjoys socializing in large groups and off-leash parks can be overwhelming at times. If your dog seems unhappy, skip the dog park in favor of a nice hike or another form of exercise.
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The 10 Off-Leash Dog Parks in Marina Del Rey, CA
