Today is Off season (the day after Labor Day through June 15). Off-leash season at North Beach runs through June 15, 2027; summer rules start June 16.
- North Beach (Dog Beach): Off-leash allowed, under voice control
- Main Beach: Leashed at all times, except dawn to 8am
- South Beach: Leashed at all times
- Powerhouse Park: Leashed, walkways and sidewalks only; no dogs in the Tot Lot or the grass south of the beach path
Today on the sand: 70°F.
Water today: 15th St. Near Outlet is under an advisory; San Dieguito River Outlet is under an advisory (County of San Diego, updated Mon 5:17PM). Ocean water in Del Mar today.
After the storm: stay out of the water until about Thursday, Oct 15 (the County's 72-hour rule).
Rules from the City of Del Mar; read the posted signs, which win if anything differs.
Del Mar dog rules by beach and season
| Stretch | Peak season (June 16 through Labor Day) | Off season (the day after Labor Day through June 15) |
|---|---|---|
| North Beach (Dog Beach) 29th Street north to the Solana Beach line, by the river mouth | Leashed at all times, except dawn to 8am | Off-leash allowed, under voice control |
| Main Beach Powerhouse Park to 29th Street | No dogs at any time | Leashed at all times, except dawn to 8am |
| South Beach Powerhouse Park south to Torrey Pines State Beach | Leashed at all times | Leashed at all times |
| Powerhouse Park the park above the beach | Leashed, walkways and sidewalks only; no dogs in the Tot Lot or the grass south of the beach path | Leashed, walkways and sidewalks only; no dogs in the Tot Lot or the grass south of the beach path |
Rules that always apply
- A current dog license on the collar in any public place.
- Leashes no longer than six feet.
- Pick up after your dog.
- If your dog bites or injures a person or another dog, exchange information.
- Leash-law penalties start at $285.
- Service animals (ADA) are allowed in all public areas, including the beach.
Before you go
- Dog Beach parking: the North Beach meters on Camino del Mar and 29th Street, $4.24 an hour or $21.20 all day, 8am to 10pm (City of Del Mar). Every lot and free spot.
- See the beach first: the City's beach and surf cameras.
- Every dog-friendly beach in San Diego County, nearest first · beach day today.
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Sources: City of Del Mar, Dog Friendly Beaches and its Dog Rules summary; Community Services, 858-755-1556; County of San Diego beach water data; National Weather Service. Checked October 13, 2026.
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Questions people ask
When is off-leash season at Del Mar Dog Beach?
The day after Labor Day through June 15: dogs may be off-leash under voice control at North Beach (Dog Beach) (29th Street north to the Solana Beach line, by the river mouth). From June 16 through Labor Day they must be leashed there, except from dawn to 8am.
Are dogs allowed on Del Mar beaches in summer?
From June 16 through Labor Day: no dogs on Main Beach (Powerhouse Park to 29th Street); leashed on South Beach; leashed on North Beach except dawn to 8am.
How long can a dog leash be in Del Mar?
Six feet or shorter. Leash-law penalties start at $285, and dogs need a current license on the collar.
Are dogs allowed at Del Mar Dog Beach today?
Today is off season: North Beach (Dog Beach): Off-leash allowed, under voice control.
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