Dog park · Santa Monica, Westside
Memorial Park Dog Run
About the dog park
- Fenced, with room for dogs to run off leash
- Open daily, 6 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
- Run by the City of Santa Monica
A small run north of the tennis courts, for up to 10 dogs, with no separate small-dog area. Closed Thursdays 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
- Location1401 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
- NeighborhoodSanta Monica, Westside
- HoursOpen daily, 6 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
Dog-friendly cafés and restaurants near Memorial Park Dog Run
- Amai CoffeeCaféabout 0.6 mi
- Le Great OutdoorRestaurantabout 0.9 mi
Other dog parks nearby
- Herb Katz Dog Park at Joslyn ParkSmall-dog area · About 1.25 acresabout 0.9 mi
- Pacific Street Dog ParkAbout 0.42 acresabout 1.1 mi
Memorial Park Dog Run: frequently asked questions
Is Memorial Park Dog Run fenced?
Yes. Our sources describe it as fenced, so your dog can run off leash inside.
Is there a small-dog area at Memorial Park Dog Run?
Our sources do not mention a separate small-dog area. The closest run with one is Herb Katz Dog Park at Joslyn Park.
What are the hours of Memorial Park Dog Run?
It is open daily, 6 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
Where is Memorial Park Dog Run?
Memorial Park Dog Run is at 1401 Olympic Blvd, in Santa Monica, Westside. A small run north of the tennis courts, for up to 10 dogs, with no separate small-dog area. Closed Thursdays 9:30–11:30 a.m. for maintenance.
Are there dog-friendly cafés or restaurants near Memorial Park Dog Run?
Yes. The closest on our list is Amai Coffee, about 0.6 mi away, followed by Le Great Outdoor (about 0.9 mi).
Sources
- City of Santa Monica, Jul 2026
- City of Santa Monica, Aug 2017
- BringFido, undated, read Oct 2026