Dog park · Santa Monica, Westside
Airport Park Dog Park
About the dog park
- Fenced, with room for dogs to run off leash
- Separate area for small dogs
- Open daily, 7:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. (weekends from 8:30 a.m.)
- Run by the City of Santa Monica
In Airport Park next to Santa Monica Airport, with room for up to 45 dogs and separate areas for big and small dogs. Closed Mondays and Wednesdays 9:30–11:30 a.m. for maintenance.
Rules
Dogs must have a Santa Monica license. Visitors can buy a permit at the Santa Monica Animal Shelter with proof of a license and rabies vaccination from home. Keep your dog on a leash no longer than six feet on the way to and from the park, bring no more than four dogs, pick up after them, and leave food for people and dogs outside. (City of Santa Monica)
Rules and hours can change, and dog parks sometimes close for repairs. Check the signs at the gate.
Getting there
- Location3201 Airport Ave, Santa Monica, CA
- NeighborhoodSanta Monica, Westside
- HoursOpen daily, 7:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. (weekends from 8:30 a.m.)
Airport Park Dog Park: frequently asked questions
Is Airport Park Dog Park fenced?
Yes. Our sources describe it as fenced, so your dog can run off leash inside.
Is there a small-dog area at Airport Park Dog Park?
Yes, there is a separate area for small dogs.
What are the hours of Airport Park Dog Park?
It is open daily, 7:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. (weekends from 8:30 a.m.).
Where is Airport Park Dog Park?
Airport Park Dog Park is at 3201 Airport Ave, in Santa Monica, Westside. In Airport Park next to Santa Monica Airport, with room for up to 45 dogs and separate areas for big and small dogs. Closed Mondays and Wednesdays 9:30–11:30 a.m. for maintenance.
Sources
- City of Santa Monica, Aug 2026
- City of Santa Monica, Aug 2017
- BringFido, undated, read Oct 2026