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Santa Barbara County places where dogs may go off leash
5 of 101 verified places in Santa Barbara County, California where dogs may go off leash, by the rule each source states. Published when at least three verified places qualify.
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Beaches
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Burro Beach County Park | Santa Barbara | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may be off leash under voice control in the posted off-leash area, and must be on a 6-foot leash until they reach it and after leaving it. No more than 3 dogs per adult; puppies under 4 months and dogs in heat are prohibited. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 26, 2026 |
| Mesa beach, Shoreline Park to Arroyo Burro (Santa Barbara) | Santa Barbara | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may be off leash on the beach from the Shoreline Park staircase west to the eastern edge of the Arroyo Burro Estuary. Dogs must be licensed and tagged, healthy, not in heat and not aggressive. | Off leash allowed | October 26, 2026 |
Parks
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Vista Dog Park (Carpinteria) | Carpinteria | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | November 1, 2026 |
| Douglas Family Preserve (Santa Barbara) | Santa Barbara | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may be off leash in certain areas of the preserve, under sight and voice control. Owners must carry a leash at all times and leash their dogs when necessary. | Off leash allowed under voice control | November 1, 2026 |
| Hale Park (Santa Barbara) | Santa Barbara | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash. | Off leash allowed | November 1, 2026 |