Dog park · Encinitas & Cardiff, North County
Sun Vista Park Off-Leash Area
About the dog park
- Open daily, Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun 6–9 a.m. and 3–8 p.m.
- Run by the City of Encinitas
East side of Sun Vista Park is off leash during set hours four days a week.
Rules
Outside the designated off-leash areas, dogs in Encinitas parks and on trails must be on a leash no longer than six feet. Some neighborhood parks allow off-leash dogs only at set morning and evening hours on certain days. Dogs must stay out of posted habitat areas, off artificial-turf fields and off city-run beaches. (City of Encinitas)
Rules and hours can change, and dog parks sometimes close for repairs. Check the signs at the gate.
Getting there
- Location2011 Avenida La Posta, Encinitas, CA
- NeighborhoodEncinitas & Cardiff, North County
- HoursOpen daily, Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun 6–9 a.m. and 3–8 p.m.
Other dog parks nearby
- about 0.9 mi
Sun Vista Park Off-Leash Area: frequently asked questions
Is there a small-dog area at Sun Vista Park Off-Leash Area?
Our sources do not mention a separate small-dog area.
What are the hours of Sun Vista Park Off-Leash Area?
It is open daily, Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun 6–9 a.m. and 3–8 p.m.
Where is Sun Vista Park Off-Leash Area?
Sun Vista Park Off-Leash Area is at 2011 Avenida La Posta, in Encinitas, North County. East side of Sun Vista Park is off leash during set hours four days a week.
Sources
- City of Encinitas, undated, read Oct 2026
- City of Encinitas, 2026
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