Can we bring dogs to the swim area as long as we keep them put of the water?

I was there las week and I saw people with dogs. I believe the only requirement is to have them on a leash.

Yes, dogs are good to go on a leash. You can take them to the water too but I'd keep them on the other side of the swim barrier. If they are good with not running off or being a "bad dog" you could potentially have them off leash to retrieve a ball or toy from the water as well over by the peninsula outside the swim area.