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
San Diego, California
Most of Mission Bay and Fiesta Island allow dogs off-leash.
Mckinleyville, California
During the months of October - February dogs are allowed off-leash along the whole beach. The rest of the year dogs are only allowed on the wave slope. Clam Beach is not the most visited section of shore, but it's one of those places where it&...
Carnelian Bay, California
Dogs are welcome but they must be on-leash at this beach. Your pooch will love this dog friendly beach!
Cayucos, California
Dogs are welcome but they must be on-leash at this pet friendly beach. Located two miles south of Cayucos on Highway 1. Take the Yerba Buena exit, a short distance north of Morro Bay, 24th Street allows access to the northern part of the beach.
Carmel, California
Dogs are permitted off-leash. You and your dog can enjoy white sands and beautiful sunsets...in between romping in the water! Open from 6am-10pm.
Pescadero, California
Dogs are welcome but they must be on-leash at this pet friendly beach.
Dillon Beach, California
This dog friendly beach is a private beach located in Marin County and Marin County law requires that dogs are leashed. However, many have been know to bring their dogs here off-leash. It has also been reported that a sign is posted at this beach ...
Pacific Grove, California
Dogs are welcome but they must be on-leash at this pet friendly beach.
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.
Carmel, California
Dogs are welcome but they must be on-leash at this pet friendly beach.