Bark Beach at Spanish River Park

3001 N. State Road A1A, Boca Raton, FL 33487
between Towers 18 & 20

Oct. 1, 2016 - Sept. 30, 2017



Resident - $30 per dog
(City of Boca Raton & Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District)
Non-resident - $165 per dog
Weekend Passes - $10 per dog

General Park Information


  • Dogs are allowed to run off leash once in the designated dog beach area
  • Dog owners must be in possession of a device to properly dispose of fecal matter
  • Dogs shall not dig in sand
  • Dogs are permitted between towers 18 and 20 on days and times designated (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only 7:00 am -9:00 am and 3:00 pm -Sunset (EST); 5:00 pm - Sunset (DST))
  • Permit holder must carry permit on their person at all times. One permit per dog. Limit 2 dogs per person.
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Dog owners are responsible for, and liable with respect to, the actions of their dogs and any damage or injury to person or property cause by the same.  Dog and/or their owners who violate these rules are subject to removal from the park and possible suspension of the right to utilize the park.  The City of Boca Raton reserves the right to refuse entry to dogs and/or their owner into Mizner Bark or Bark Beach for the reasons of health, safety, and prior offenses or for the comfort of all patrons and/or their pets. 

All incidents and injuries must be reported to the Recreation Services Department by calling (561) 393-7810 weekdays; 8:00 am-5:00 pm.  On weekends and holidays, please call Park Ranger Headquarters (561) 393-7815.

Fees Are Not Pro-Rated


Permits are issued according to the City's Code of Ordinances. To purchase a permit, applicants are required to provide documentation of residency.

Residency Proof


Residency proof (home address) can be one of the following original documents:
  • Current City / County Tax Bill
  • Water Bill
  • Florida Power & Light Bill
  • Rental / Lease Agreement
  • Current Driver’s License
  • Notarized letter from  Condo Association
University students and faculty residing on campus may establish proof of residency by submitting a signed letter by the Director of Housing certifying that they reside on campus.

Where to purchase permits:


Boca Raton Community Center            James A. Rutherford                      Sugar Sand Park 
150 Crawford Blvd.                               Community Center @                    Community Center  
Boca Raton, FL  33432                        Patch Reef Park                             300 S Military Trail
Hours:                                                   2000 W Yamato Road                    Boca Raton, FL  33433
Monday - Friday                                    Boca Raton, FL  33431                 Hours:
8 a.m.- .9 p.m.                                       Hours:                                            Monday - Friday
Saturday                                               Monday - Friday                             8 a.m. -10 p.m.
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.                                       8 a.m. - 10 p.m.                             Saturday
Sunday                                                  Saturday                                        8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed                                                   8 a.m. 5 p.m.                                  Sunday
                                                              Sunday                                          10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
                                                              10 a.m. - 5 p.m.