Costa Mesa Bark Park is a two-acre fenced off-leash area on Arlington Drive near TeWinkle Park and the Orange County Fairgrounds. Separate sections serve small and large dogs, with shade, seating, drinking water and nearby parking.
Plan your visit
- Address: 890 Arlington Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
- Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Thursday through Tuesday.
- Wednesday closure: Closed all day for routine maintenance.
- Play areas: Separate fenced sections for small and large dogs.
- Weather: Call the Costa Mesa Mudline at 714-754-5041 for rain-related closures.
Find the dog park entrance
Use directions to the dog-park coordinates on Arlington Drive. The enclosure is near TeWinkle Park, the tennis center and the fairgrounds. Keep your dog on a leash in the parking area and surrounding public spaces.
Official city map: Costa Mesa’s bicycle and recreation map (PDF) labels Bark Park on Arlington Drive and shows its position relative to TeWinkle Park, the tennis center and nearby streets.
What to expect
The fenced park has separate dog areas, double-gate entries, shade and seating. Surface and grass conditions can change with heavy use or wet weather. Bring water, a bowl and waste bags even when park supplies are available.
The lake and lawns shown in some surrounding-park photos are outside the Bark Park enclosure. Dogs must remain leashed outside the designated dog exercise area.
Rules and safety
Use the section appropriate for your dog, supervise play, remove waste and close both gates behind you. Costa Mesa limits handlers to four dogs at once and requires immediate removal of a dog that bites, attacks or attempts to attack a person or dog.
Follow posted rules and closure signs. Check the official Costa Mesa Bark Park page before visiting after rain or during improvement work.
What parkgoers say
Parkgoers often appreciate the roomy footprint, separate dog areas, shade, seating and nearby parking. Visitors also report that grass, dust, mud, water availability and the mix of dogs can vary by day. Busy periods require close supervision at entrances and during introductions.
These are individual experiences rather than guarantees of current conditions. Compare recent Costa Mesa Bark Park visitor reviews with city notices and your own arrival check.
Official updates and nearby options
The city has announced future Bark Park improvements and uses its official page and Mudline for closure information. Check both posted signs and the city page for current access.
For another option, browse our California dog park directory and compare hours, surfaces and enclosure layouts.