Pet Friendly Beaches in California

Pet Friendly Beaches in California

Dog friendly beaches are a pooches’ happy place! From frolicking in the surf, digging in the sand, and soaking up the sun - what’s not to love? California has dog friendly beaches that your pooch will really dig! We’ve sniffed out the best CA dog friendly beaches that you and your four-legged beach buddy can enjoy together.

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Top Pet Friendly Beaches in California

Malibu, California

Dogs on a leash are allowed in the park's day use areas, campground and north beach (north of lifeguard tower 3). Dogs are not allowed on back country trails or south beach (south of lifeguard tower 3).

Santa Barbara, California

One of the best known off-leash spot in the Santa Barbara area.

Watsonville, California

Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and under control at all times. This dog friendly beach features a beautiful expanse of sea and sand, with surf fishing, surfing, and recreation. You dog will love it here!

South Lake Tahoe, California

Dogs must be on-leash at this dog friendly beach. The beach itself is a large, flat, sandy plain that lies at the mouth of Taylor Creek. This dog friendly beach is a great spot to go for a long walk, run, or jog with your dog.

Ferndale, California
From October - February dogs are allowed to be off-leash on the whole beach as long as they are under complete voice control. All other times of year dogs must stay on wave slope at this dog friendly beach. This 9 mile stretch of ocean beach is su...
Pacific Grove, California

Dogs are welcome but they must be on-leash at this pet friendly beach.

Monterey, California

Dogs are welcome but they must be on-leash at this pet friendly beach. Dogs on leash are allowed at Monterey State Beach South of the Monterey Beach Resort hotel.

Half Moon Bay, California

Dogs are welcome but they must be on-leash at this pet friendly beach.

Monterey, California

Dogs must be leashed at all times at this dog friendly beach. A nice open space with a board walk that winds through sand dunes.

San Clemente, California

Dogs are welcome but they must be on-leash at this pet friendly beach. Located south of San Clemente on I-5 (Exit Basilone Road).