Dog-friendly beaches in Gran Canaria: 9 pet-friendly options (2026)

Are you looking for dog beaches in Gran Canaria? For This 2026 we have reason to celebrate. The island has practically doubled its number of beaches pet friendly Thanks to the recent update of regulations in the municipality of Mogán, this marks a turning point for families with pets. Although there is still much room for improvement and we need a greater range of services. Pet-friendly places in Gran CanariaWe're on the right track! In today's post you can learn about the beaches where dogs are allowed in Gran CanariaThe only legal ones. At the end, we'll also give you a list of areas where there's usually no problem, but you could still get a fine.

Dog-friendly beaches in Gran Canaria (Updated 2026)

As we were saying, it's officially now There are nine dog-friendly beaches in Gran Canaria.The Mogán City Council has recently enabled five of them, which are added to Los Cuervitos and Tres Peos in Agüimes, Bocabarranco/Jinámar in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Las Salinas cove in ArucasWe've detailed the schedules, conditions, and a little more about each one below. At the end you will find a map with their location so you can easily find them.

1) Tauro Beach, Mogán

Officially, the Tauro beach allows pets without time restrictionsYou can go and enjoy its spectacular climate at any time of day, although keep one condition in mind: The dogs must remain within the designated area. which the city council has specifically designated for them. In other words, it's a specific area, not the entire beach. The good thing is that there are no time restrictions.

2) Los Frailes Beach, Mogán

This is undoubtedly the crown jewel of the new additions in the south. Los Frailes beach is 100% pet friendly with access permitted on the entire beach at any timeThere are no time restrictions or areas delimited with ropes, so you and your furry friend can enjoy the sea freely at any time of day.

3) Aguamarina Beach, Mogán

Aguamarina beach also joins the dog-friendly options in the south with the same rules as Tauro beach: There is no time limit (You can go whenever you want), but keep in mind that it's in a delimited space and signposted for this purpose (not on the entire beach).

4) El Perchel Beach (Arguineguín), Mogán

Located on the Arguineguín coast, El Perchel is another fantastic option for taking a dip with your dog, but pay attention to the rules! Here, furry friends have a delimited space and, furthermore, access is regulated by time slotsOnly going from 7 to 00 pm in the morning, and from 18 to 00 pm in the afternoon/evening.

5) La Lajilla Beach, Mogán

Located next to Las Marañuelas, the small La Lajilla cove It also welcomes pets. In this case There is no defined area (although the beach is small), but you must respect the restricted hoursAs in El Perchel, only dogs of 7 to 00 pm and 18 to 00 pm.

⚠️ Important for the new beaches! To ensure these spaces remain this great and the initiative expands to other municipalities, remember to be a responsible owner: Always pick up after your pet. of your furry friend and respect the other towel neighbors.

6) Los Cuervitos Beach, Agüimes

This is one of the Dog beaches in Gran Canaria most well-known of all time. It's located in the municipality of Agüimes, in the southeastern part of the island. We recommend that you visit it at low tide so that your furry friend can run around at ease., since it is not a very big beach. On Google you will easily find it as Punta de Los Cuervitos. Of course, to get there You will have to walk on land or take your car on unpaved roadsNext, you can see how the most famous chihuahuas on social media enjoy themselves with a little friend in the Los Cuervitos beach.

7) Los Tres Peos Beach, Agüimes

A few steps from the Los Cuervitos beach We have another veteran. However, if you want your pet to enjoy something, it's essential to go. at low tide so that there is some sand y your pet can runPlease note that this is a windy area and you should be careful of drafts (also in the previous area). When you get there you will find it next to Vargas Beach, right at the end and before reaching Los Cuervitos. We leave you a map below. However, we who have seen it at high tide… Honestly, it's scary. We show it to you in this video from our YouTube channel.

8) Bocabarranco or Jinámar Beach, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – Telde

Bocabarranco beach was the first beach in the Canary Islands for dogsSo if you have a pet, here's another classic option for them to enjoy. It's located south of the municipality of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – City Life, History & Island Vibes (shared with the city of Telde). At high tide, only a pebble beach remains, so It is best to visit at low tideWe must also be very careful with the strong waves and currents in this area.

Esta Gran Canaria dog beach Allows its use for pets all year round, except on weekends and holidays from July 1 to September 30 between 13.00:17.00 p.m. and XNUMX:XNUMX p.m.

9) Cala Las Salinas, Arucas (North of Gran Canaria)

Located in Arucas, the Cala Las Salinas is another of the Dog-friendly beaches in Gran CanariaIdeal if you're in the north of the island. It's a wonderful place to spend the day with your four-legged friend. with plenty of space to play and cool off. Of course, keep in mind that There is no sand here, something we know our furry friends like a lot. If it's for swimming, something they recommend for the rehabilitation of many dogs with dysplasia, there are puddles and areas where you can do it. To get there, enter Google maps «Charco de Las Palomas Beach" and you have Las Salinas next door, although in the entire area users normally coexist with their dogs normally.

Below, you can read the general rules of use of this dog beach in Gran Canaria.

Map of dog beaches in Gran Canaria

And, as far as we know, these are the only legal beaches to go with a dog in Gran Canaria. However, There are other beaches where there are usually no coexistence problems if you go with your pet., but still police can FINE you:

• sand mountain y Pirate beach in San Bartolome de Tirajana
• San Borondón and La Restinga in Telde
• Formas Bay, Santa Lucía de Tirajana
• Shivering in Mogán
• Cliff Beach and Guayedra in Agaete
• Bocabarranco in Gáldar

Finally, we know that there are local councils, such as that of Telde, who are working on the new beach ordinance with which they plan to incorporate more beaches for dogs in Gran Canaria (San Borondón and La Restinga). As we see it, there should be at least one per coastal municipality. What better therapy for our furry friend than running around in the sand and a swim in the sea?

Likewise, it is important to remember that although these beaches are dog-friendly, We must respect certain rules to ensure the comfort and safety of everyone. Pick up after your dog, keep it under control and make sure it doesn't bother other visitors. We remind you of the most common rules below.

Respecting the rules on dog beaches

• Remember that you dog must be registered (microchipped), correctly vaccinated and dewormed, and be accompanied by a person of legal age who controls you at all times.
• If your dog is classified as potentially dangerous animal (Law 50/1999 and RD 287/2002) must be muzzled and secured with a leash.
• The responsible person accompanying the animal You must clean and collect your excrement.
• Organic waste will be deposited in tightly wrapped bins.
• The person who guides the animal, without prejudice to the subsidiary responsibility of the owner, will be responsible for the damages and losses that this causes.

In short, if you are looking for where to enjoy some vacation by the sea with your pet, take note of all the pet friendly beaches of Gran Canaria that we have mentioned to you. Don't wait any longer, grab the leash and the ball, and take your pet to enjoy! Finally, we invite you to read our article on pet friendly hotels in Gran Canariaalso apartments, country houses or bungalows.

Video of the dog beaches in Gran Canaria

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