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Dog Beach

3006 Sandy Lane, Del Mar, CA 92014
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Ranked #3 of 11 attractions in Del Mar
Type: Beaches
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Menifee
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

This is a very nice little beach, for people and dog watching. All the dogs seemed to get along with each other. The older ones just watched the younger ones play. One dog was only interested in playing fetch. The rest were content to chase each other in and out of the surf. There was plenty of parking and a... More

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Solana Beach, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013 via mobile

Do you love dogs? Do you love the beach? Do you like mingling with the rich and famous? This place is for real! Dogs and their owners run and play in the surf right on the beach in the ultra posh beachside city of Del Mar. Right by the Del Mar racetrack and fairgrounds. Awesome clean breach with plenty of... More

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La Mesa, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

This is an awesome dog beach... clean with respectful dog owners. Everyone cleans up after themselves and the dogs can swim in the waves or in the inlet on the other side of the bridge at low tide. If you park north of the beach you have to pay for parking, but south of the beach is still free.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 via mobile

We took our 4 rescue dogs there and we all had an awesome time! Tips: Pay for parking, put you receipt on your dashboard, go have fun. We had such a good experience and will be back soon!

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San Diego Area
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Dog Beach in Del Mar offers dogs the chance to romp to their hearts content. Swimming is also enjoyed by many canines. There aren't a lot of rules - just pick up after your dog, make sure he's sociable and friendly, and everyone will have a grand time! Leash rules go into effect in early June for the summer months,... More

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Smiths Falls, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Icould not believe all the dogs it was great.I can not wait to take my grandpugs there they will love it.Everyone was so friendly.

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Del Mar, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

What a beautiful location. Surf, sand, lots of walking for myself and with the dog. My Zoey just knows when we are getting close, and its just amazing to see how well so many dogs do in one place. Love watching people and their dogs. All dogs wear tags and everyone here is really friendly. Thanks Del Mar and Del... More

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Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

If you are looking for a place to vacation and want to take your pet, Del Mar is the place to go. Everyone owns a dogs and there is a place to take them and have fun at the beach. It is Dog Beach. Not only will you see lots of dogs, you will see horses as well. It is... More

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las vegas
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135 helpful votes 135 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

We try to make this trip at least twice a year. Our two dogs, Russell and Zoe, are in total heaven while they are here. The beach is very clean and they have poop sack dispensers for clean up. They best time to go is at low tide because it opens up the whole right side of the beach under... More

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Tucson, AZ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

Darwin L-O-V-E-S Del Mar Beach! For sure, it's THE place in SoCal for our four-legged companions to see and be seen. ; )

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