Del Mar Dog Beach - North Beach(Dog Beach)

Located in the city of Del Mar, Del Mar Dog Beach - North Beach is situated next to Camino del Mar road on the north side of the San Dieguito River Lagoon. As the name suggests, Del Mar Dog Beach - North Beach is the only beach in the city where dogs are allowed off-leash in the area between 29th Street and Solana Beach on the north; except from June 16th to Labor Day when they must be on-leash. The beach offers many amenities including lifeguards, restrooms, and volleyball courts.

There are a few fun activities at Del Mar Dog Beach - North Beach including fishing and surfing – you can also hike on a trail above the beach that overlooks James Scripps Bluff Preserve.

To access Del Mar Dog Beach - North Beach, get off of Camino del Mar road and walk a few minutes west to the beach. Metered parking can be found along Camino del Mar Road behind the beach and also at 29th Street.

If you are looking for attractions near Del Mar Dog Beach - North Beach, you can drive 11-minutes to San Elijo Lagoon – it is one of the largest remaining coastal wetlands in San Diego and is home to many species of plants, fish, mammals, reptiles, invertebrates, and birds. If you like hiking, Annie's Canyon Trail provides hiking areas great for both beginners and experienced hikers because of the natural climbing walls with single-pitch rock climbing routes. San Diego Botanic Garden features the nation’s biggest bamboo collection and 29 uniquely themed gardens including, the well-known Hamilton Children’s Garden. It has been awarded "Readers’ Choice 2019" and "Top 10 Botanic Gardens in North America" awards by USA Today 10Best. Another option is the 18-hole beachfront golf course Encinitas Ranch Golf Course that offers a driving range, golf shop, and restaurant.

If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a five-minute drive of Del Mar Dog Beach - North Beach. The casual and clubby seafood chain Brigantine offers surf ‘n’ turf, oysters, fish tacos, and margaritas. If you love Thai food, the vegetarian-friendly Bangkok Bay Thai Restaurant serves Asian and Thai cuisines and was awarded the ‘Travellers’ Choice 2020 Award’ by Tripadvisor. Another good option is Pamplemousse Grille, an American restaurant with a nice menu including salad, lobster, grilled veal chop, French fries, desserts, and wine.

If you are looking for a hotel near Del Mar Dog Beach - North Beach, there are many options within a 15-minute drive. If you are looking for a luxurious option, the 5-Star pet-friendly hotel Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego boasts a pool, bar, spa, restaurant, fitness center, tennis court, and golf course. The upscale 4-Star pet-friendly hotel L'Auberge Del Mar has a pool, bar, sauna, spa, and restaurant. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is a 3-Star hotel that was awarded the ‘Traveller’s Choice Award’ by Tripadvisor. If you are looking for an affordable hotel Econo Lodge Encinitas Moonlight Beach is a pet-friendly hotel with a gym.