Dog park · Berkeley Marina, West Berkeley
César Chávez Park Off-Leash Area
About the dog park
- Size: about 17 acres
- Open daily, 6 a.m.–10 p.m.
- Run by the City of Berkeley
Large unfenced off-leash area in the north-central part of César Chávez Park at the Berkeley Marina, with bay views. Dogs must stay under voice and sight control and be leashed going in and out of the off-leash zone.
Rules
Berkeley allows dogs off leash only in designated areas, such as the fenced Ohlone Dog Park and the off-leash zone in César Chávez Park. Off leash, your dog must stay in sight and come when called, and it is leashed on the way in and out. Bring no more than four dogs and stay with them. Dogs must be licensed, tagged and vaccinated. Stop your dog from digging, keep an aggressive dog on a leash and pick up after it. (City of Berkeley)
Rules and hours can change, and dog parks sometimes close for repairs. Check the signs at the gate.
Getting there
- Location11 Spinnaker Way, Berkeley, CA
- NeighborhoodBerkeley Marina, West Berkeley
- HoursOpen daily, 6 a.m.–10 p.m.
Dog-friendly cafés and restaurants near César Chávez Park Off-Leash Area
- Skates on the BayRestaurantabout 0.4 mi
César Chávez Park Off-Leash Area: frequently asked questions
Is there a small-dog area at César Chávez Park Off-Leash Area?
Our sources do not mention a separate small-dog area.
How big is César Chávez Park Off-Leash Area?
It is about 17 acres.
What are the hours of César Chávez Park Off-Leash Area?
It is open daily, 6 a.m.–10 p.m.
Where is César Chávez Park Off-Leash Area?
César Chávez Park Off-Leash Area is at 11 Spinnaker Way, at the Berkeley Marina, West Berkeley, Berkeley. Large unfenced off-leash area in the north-central part of César Chávez Park at the Berkeley Marina, with bay views. Dogs must stay under voice and sight control and be leashed going in and out of the off-leash zone.
Are there dog-friendly cafés or restaurants near César Chávez Park Off-Leash Area?
Yes. The closest on our list is Skates on the Bay, about 0.4 mi away.
Sources
- City of Berkeley, undated, read Oct 2026
- chavezpark.org, 2018
- Hepper, undated, read Oct 2026