Westminster Dog Park: A Venice Canine Haven
A vibrant, community-focused dog park in the heart of Venice, offering a safe and fun space for pups to socialize and play.
Westminster Dog Park in Venice, CA, offers a lively urban escape for dogs and their owners. With separate areas for small and large breeds, it's a great place for pups to socialize in a relaxed, community-oriented atmosphere just blocks from the beach.
A brief summary to Westminster Dog Park
- 1234 Pacific Ave, Venice, Venice, California, 90291, US
- +1310-396-1615
- Visit website
- Monday 7 am-9 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-9 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-9 pm
- Thursday 7 am-9 pm
- Friday 7 am-9 pm
- Saturday 7 am-9 pm
- Sunday 7 am-9 pm
Local tips
- The park is closed for maintenance every Tuesday morning; plan your visit accordingly.
- Bring sunscreen and a hat, as shade is minimal.
- Be mindful of the mulch ground cover and clean up after your dog.
- Ensure your dog is vaccinated and licensed before visiting.
Getting There
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Walking
From Venice Beach Boardwalk, walk east on Windward Ave, then turn right onto Pacific Ave. Walk south on Pacific Ave for two blocks. The park will be on your left. No cost for walking.
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Public Transport
From Downtown Santa Monica, take the Big Blue Bus Route 1 towards Venice. Exit at Pacific Ave and Windward Ave. Walk south on Pacific Ave for two blocks. The park will be on your left. The fare is $1.25 [https://www.bigbluebus.com/].
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Driving
From the I-10 freeway, exit on Venice Blvd and head west. Turn left onto Pacific Ave. Drive south on Pacific Ave. The dog park will be on the left. Parking is available in a small lot onsite or on Pacific Ave. Street parking rates vary, but expect to pay around $1-2 per hour.
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