Rosie's Dog Beach

This stretch of sand in Long Beach is a pooch-friendly paradise. Indeed, it’s the only one of its kind: The four-acre waterfront spot is the only legal off-leash dog beach in L.A. County. The park is named after the area’s late local canine celebrity, Rosie the English bulldog. Just note that there are no fences marking the dog-friendly area—though you’ll know you’re in the right spot if you see the colorful “Dogs at Play” sculpture—so you’ll want to stay between Granada Avenue and Roycroft Avenue between 6am and 8pm daily. If you’re hungry while you’re there, make sure to stop by Monty’s Dog Beach & Bar, a snack shop near the parking lot with an adorable agility course and some limited beach chair seating (which are very in demand on busy weekends).