Beach Day at Leo Carrillo

In order to celebrate the BEAUTIFUL 90+ degree day in LA yesterday, I decided to go to Leo Carrillo State Beach in Malibu with Bo.  The beach allows dogs on-leash anywhere on their beach north of Tower 3.

I parked in the general day-use parking ($12 so you may want to try and find a spot on the PCH) and walked up to the dog-friendly part of the beach. Once I got there, I realized that many people disobey the on-leash only rule with their well-behaved pups (but that rebellion is up to you!).  There were tons of dogs but also plenty of places for humans to relax and have a proper beach day.

We brought a picnic lunch (this beach allows dogs AND food... yay!)  and socialized with all kinds of dogs and their owners. We were lucky enough to find a spot next to some rocks that provided some shade, but make sure you bring an umbrella for the pup just in case!

All-in-all, this was a perfect beach day!  Bo had an absolute blast and came home sandy/exhausted! He also came home with a tick though, so make sure to check your pup when you get home.  Meanwhile, unlike Long Beach (which is great but it feels like going to the dog park that happens to be on a beach rather than going to the beach with the dog), I felt like I had a really relaxing beach day on a gorgeous LA day.  This is going to be a staple in my summer weekend routine!  See you there :)