Santa Ana, CA, and the surrounding community now enjoy a brand-new off-leash dog park option, Centennial Park, which opened in 2024. It offers locals a dedicated space for their dogs to play and socialize.
While Centennial Park is a wonderful new option, there are also several other fantastic off-leash dog parks near Santa Ana you can visit with your pup.
Off-leash dog beach around 30 minutes from Santa Ana
Some free street parking in nearby neighborhoods or on-site for a fee
Waste bags are limited
Located along a busy highway
Water is available
Conclusion
With the opening of Centennial Park offering Santa Ana’s very own off-leash dog park, it’s easier for local dog owners to enjoy outdoor activities with their furry friends. Other surrounding dog parks are also worth visiting and offer a variety of amenities if you are looking for more options. No matter which park you decide to visit, it’s important to follow the park rules, clean up after your pup and make sure to have enough water to make sure it’ll be a memorable visit.
Elizabeth Gray is a lifelong lover of all animals great and small. She got her first cat at 5 years old and at 14, she started working for her local veterinarian. Elizabeth spent more than 20 years working as a veterinary nurse before stepping away to become a stay-at-home parent to her daughter. Now, she is excited to share her hard-earned knowledge (literally--she has scars) with the readers. Elizabeth lives in Iowa with her family, including her two furry kids, Linnard, a husky mix and Algernon, the worldʻs most patient cat. When not writing, she enjoys reading, watching all sports but especially soccer, and spending time outdoors with her family.
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