Pet Friendly Beaches in California

Pet Friendly Beaches in California

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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

Coronado Dog Beach
Coronado, California

At the far north is Dog Beach where canines can play leash-free.

Pismo State Beach
Oceano, California

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

Ocean Beach
San Francisco, California

3.5-mile stretch of white beach with few tourists and no highrises. Located on the westernmost border of San Francisco, adjacent to Golden Gate Park. Dogs are welcome on-leash at this dog friendly beach.

Land's End Beach
San Francisco, California
Dogs are welcome as long as they are on-leash. Great spot for picnics and nature walks. This dog friendly beach is rather secluded. It lies between dramatic cliffs west of Lincoln Park and is accessible via a steep trail. Be sure to wear the prope...
Limantour Beach
Point Reyes Station, California

Dogs are welcome on-leash on the southeast end of this dog friendly beach. Limantour beach is located between Drakes bay and an estuary.

Summerland Beach
Summerland, California

This dog friendly off-leash beach is a favorite among dogs and their owners. After a day of romping in the waves and rolling in the sand your dog can wash off at a dog washing station.

The Original Dog Beach
San Diego, California
One of the first official leash-free beaches in the United States. It is a landmark in the community of Ocean Beach at the end of I-8 at the mouth of the San Diego River. Dog Beach is a special place where people and pets, beach lovers and surfers...
Baker Beach
San Francisco, California

Known for it's great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin Headlands. Pets are welcome on-leash at this dog friendly beach.

Dillon 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 ...
Ocean Trails by Trump National
Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Gorgeous hiking trails along the beach. Start at Trump National Golf Course, located at One Ocean Trails Drive. Public parking is available by the clubhouse or at the end of La Rotunda Drive for trail and beach access.