A California beach Guide
Best beaches & best lodging accommodations for each beach
We search for the finest beaches in the region
and the best beach lodging accommodations.
Dog Beach ..... Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach or O.B. as the locals call it, is a "very layback" beach community that is
know for its surf and liberal attitudes. You won't find the box stores, chain
stores and fast food restaurants. Beach lovers of surf and dogs. It is
an eclectic beach community with “dog beach” where dogs are allowed
to roam freely. Attractions are it's fishing pier, swimming,
great surf and volleyball. Perfect people watching in
this "hip" community with it's interesting cast
of characters, shops and restaurants! It
has separate swiming and surfing
zones are set up which is a
definite plus!
See Dog Beach below is part of Ocean Beach
recommended lodging
Dog Beach
In 1972 Dog Beach became one of the first official leash-free beaches in the United States
and has become a landmark in the region. Dog Beach became internationally famous
thru surfing movies, i.e., Rocky the Surfing Dog & 'Endless Summer II'.
recommended lodging
The
OCEAN VILLA INN
A great location! You do not need to cross any streets, just go out the front of the Inn
and around to the beach. Located on Ocean Beach, and next to Dog Beach which is
a leash free zone on Ocean Beach. Both beaches are about 100 yards from
the Inn. The unique and charming Ocean Beach community is known
for it's 'layback' ambiance. Lovely views of Mission Bay
from balcony accommodations. A dog & child friendly
inn and community in the SeaWorld region.
note: Dogs allowed on ground floor
accommodations only. added
bonus is a pool!
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