Dog Parks in Santa Monica
4 off-leash dog parks in Santa Monica, run by the city. 2 have a separate area for small dogs. Tap a dog park for its hours, size and the dog-friendly cafés nearby.
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Airport Park Dog Park
3201 Airport Ave
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.
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Herb Katz Dog Park at Joslyn Park
633 Kensington Rd
Room for up to 45 dogs, with separate areas for big and small dogs. Closed Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30–11:30 a.m. for maintenance. Your dog needs a Santa Monica license or a permit.
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Memorial Park Dog Run
1401 Olympic Blvd
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.
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Pacific Street Dog Park
2190 Main St
A small dog park at Pacific Street and Main Street in Ocean Park, with room for up to 20 dogs. Closed Wednesdays 9:30–11:30 a.m. for maintenance.
Dog parks in Santa Monica
The two largest are the Herb Katz Dog Park at Joslyn Park and the Airport Park Dog Park, both with separate areas for big and small dogs and room for up to 45 dogs. Pacific Street near Main Street and the Memorial Park Dog Run are smaller. Each park closes for maintenance on set mornings.
Dogs in Santa Monica's dog parks need a Santa Monica license. If you are visiting, you can buy a permit at the Santa Monica Animal Shelter with proof of your dog's license and rabies vaccination. Keep your dog on a leash no longer than six feet on the way to and from the park (City of Santa Monica).
After the park, see the dog-friendly cafés in Santa Monica.
Frequently asked questions
Which dog parks are in Santa Monica?
On our list: Herb Katz Dog Park at Joslyn Park, Airport Park Dog Park, Pacific Street Dog Park, and Memorial Park Dog Run.
Do I need a license to use a Santa Monica dog park?
Yes. Dogs need a Santa Monica license, or a permit for visitors from the Santa Monica Animal Shelter.
Which Santa Monica dog parks have a small-dog area?
Herb Katz Dog Park at Joslyn Park and Airport Park Dog Park.