Dog-friendly Pismo Beach
Pismo Beach, located along the Pacific Coast in San Luis Obispo County, is the perfect coastal destination for the entire family, including your pup. Pismo State Beach is a rarity in California, allowing leashed dogs. Nearby Oceano Dunes SVRA allows dogs in campgrounds, trails, and beaches. Certainly, Leave Only Paw Prints® values are important when visiting with your dog.
The area features several dog-friendly hotels, many with stunning ocean views, plus local cafes and shops that also welcome pets, making planning trips to Pismo Beach easy. Close by, you will also find many dog-friendly wineries, hikes, and other attractions to keep you and your best friend busy.
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Where to stay in Pismo Beach
Pet-friendly hotels, cabins & vacation rentals
Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa
Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa in Pismo Beach features spacious pet-friendly accommodations with stunning ocean views and easy access to nearby dog-friendly beaches.
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Pismo Lighthouse Suites
Pismo Lighthouse Suites is an all-suite oceanfront hotel in Pismo Beach, offering spacious dog-friendly rooms steps from the classic California shoreline.
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SeaCrest Oceanfront Hotel
SeaCrest Oceanfront Hotel in Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo County, is a top choice for travelers seeking a dog-friendly accommodation along the Central Coast.
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The Cliffs Resort
The Cliffs Resort in Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo County, stands as a beacon of coastal elegance along California's Central Coast.
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The Inn at the Cove
The stunning The Inn at the Cove is perched above the Pacific Ocean half way between Los Angeles and San Francisco. The hotel is situated on a four-acres of…
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Restaurants, wineries & patios that welcome dogs
Lido Restaurant
Located at the Dolphin Bay Resort in Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo County, the Lido Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience for both humans and their furry companions.
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Marisol at the Cliffs
"Marisol at the Cliffs" in Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo County, on the Central Coast, offers a delightful dining experience where the sun and sea meet in the…
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Mo’s Smokehouse BBQ
In Pismo Beach in San Luis Obispo County on the Central Coast, Mo's Smokehouse BBQ is a culinary gem that beckons to all barbecue enthusiasts.
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Old West Cinnamon Rolls
In Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo County, along the Central Coast, travelers can savor the delectable offerings of Old West Cinnamon Rolls.
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Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach offers a welcoming retreat for travelers exploring the coastal beauty of Pismo Beach in San Luis Obispo County on the Central Coast.
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Hikes, dog parks, off-leash spots & beaches
Pismo Beach Welcome Center
Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges.
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Dinosaur Caves Park
Dinosaur Caves Park, located in Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo County, on the Central Coast, is an expansive 11-acre oceanfront bluff top park that attracts a diverse array…
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Monarch Butterfly Grove
Monarch Butterfly Grove is a dog-friendly attraction in Pismo Beach in California’s Central Coast, near dog-friendly parks and open spaces.
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Attractions & activities with your dog
Pismo Beach Welcome Center
Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges.
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Monarch Butterfly Grove
Monarch Butterfly Grove is a dog-friendly attraction in Pismo Beach in California’s Central Coast, near dog-friendly parks and open spaces.
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