Looking for a place to bring your dog in Huntington Beach? Plan a day at Huntington Dog Beach, with practical advice on parking, opening hours and when your dog needs a leash.
Checked against official sources•Last checked 10 October 2026
This unfenced shoreline suits dogs that stay under control around other dogs and surf. Bring drinking water, a bowl, waste bags and a leash, and give your dog breaks from the sun.
Access, parking and dog rules
Best for: A social, open-sand outing for a dog that can stay under control around other dogs and surf.
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The dog ruleOpen daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Dogs must be leashed through parking and the upper bluff and until they reach the sand. On the sand, leash use is optional while the dog remains under control. Dogs that are aggressive or sick, females in heat, and puppies under four months are not allowed. Dogs need current tags, licensing and vaccinations.
Arrival
Two Pacific Coast Highway lots lie between Seapoint and Goldenwest; the listed GPS address is 100 Goldenwest Street.
Parking
Metered parking is $2 per hour, payable by credit or debit card.
Access
Ramps are at Goldenwest and Seapoint. The operator says beach wheelchairs are permitted and free local rental is available with valid ID.
Before you go
The beach is unfenced. Keep the leash handy and follow the leash rule on the bluff and in the parking area.
Huntington Dog Beach lies between the Seapoint and Goldenwest approaches in Huntington Beach. Two parking lots along Pacific Coast Highway serve the beach.
Can dogs be off leash at Huntington Dog Beach?
Leash use is optional on the sand while the dog remains under control. Dogs must be leashed in the parking area and on the upper bluff, and until reaching the sand.
What are the hours and parking rate?
Hours are daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Metered parking is $2 per hour, payable by card, in the two PCH lots between Seapoint and Goldenwest.
Are all dogs allowed?
The operator excludes aggressive or sick dogs, females in heat and puppies under four months. Dogs must have current tags, licensing and vaccinations.
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