Dusty Rhodes Park
Fenced acres of shade and grass a block from the ocean
About this park
Dusty Rhodes Park is an Ocean Beach favorite with fully fenced small-dog and large-dog sides set under a canopy of mature trees. Regulars rave about the roomy grass runs, the working water fountain, and the steady supply of poop bags that keep the place functional day after day. Beyond the fences, a wide grassy expanse gives leashed dogs even more room to roam before or after a play session.
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What visitors say
Synthesized from 793 Google reviewsReviewers praise the generous size of both runs, the old trees that throw real shade even in summer, and the rare combination of a functioning water fountain plus reliably stocked bag dispensers. Several call it their first-choice park in the city, worth driving past closer options to reach.
The crowd skews friendly and attentive, with owners who actively watch their dogs and strike up easy conversations across the benches. Small-dog regulars form a recognizable core group, and the large-dog side stays social without tipping into chaotic.
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Before you go
Watch your step on the small-dog side, where gopher holes and uneven ground catch regulars off guard. Free parking is easy most days, but bring your own chair if you want to sit; shared seating and tools tend to disappear.
