Beaches in Orange County

Find the dog-access stretch, leash rules and seasonal restrictions before heading for the sand.

Sorted by place name, A–Z.

Beaches

Capistrano Beach Park

A seasonal, time-limited leashed beach outing: dogs are excluded during daytime summer hours and may never be off leash.

Conditions apply
  • Seasonal beach access
  • Always leashed
  • 6 a.m.–10 p.m. beach hours
Capistrano Beach, Dana Point
Beaches

Salt Creek Bluff Park & Paved Walkways

A leashed coastal outing limited to Bluff Park’s grass and the paved walkways above Salt Creek Beach; the beach itself excludes dogs.

Conditions apply
  • Coastal views from Bluff Park
  • Paved leashed route
  • Beach boundary stated clearly
Dana Point

Maps of permitted areas are added only when boundaries can be verified. Each guide links to its official source and gives arrival guidance.