Point Reyes National Seashore is a 71,000-acre preserve on a distinctive, triangle-shaped peninsula north of San Francisco in Marin County. With a wild coastline, lush grasslands, and rolling foothills, Point Reyes is home to 300 miles of trails and spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.It encompasses miles of beaches, rocky headlands and estuaries and is home to dozens of species of birds and one of the last remaining herds of tule elk in Northern CalifornidogsLeashed pets are welcome at Point Reyes on sections of specific beaches and trails and in a few areas. Visiting a National Park with a pet poses unique challenges. Please take a moment to review these guidelines to keep your pet, visitors, and wildlife safe. Pet owners are responsible for knowing park rules and regulations. Please note that those not adhering to the regulations will be cited.
Leashed dogs are welcome at Point Reyes on sections of specific beaches and trails and in a few areas. Visiting a National Park with a pet poses unique challenges. Please take a moment to review these guidelines to keep your dog, visitors, and wildlife safe. Pet owners are responsible for knowing park rules and regulations. Those not adhering to the regulations will be cited.
Dogs are allowed in parking lots, along public roads, and along with the trails and beaches described below. All other trails, beaches, and off-trail lands within Point Reyes National Seashore and the Northern District of Golden Gate National Recreation Area are closed to the possession of pets.
They are also allowed on-leash at these beaches.
- Kehoe Beach – north of the Kehoe Beach trail
- Limantour Beach – southeast of the parking lot to the beach adjacent to Coast Camp
- Point Reyes/Great Beach – from the North Beach parking lot to the south (see exception below)
