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Kehoe Beach

Inverness

A half-mile walk alongside a marsh and over a series of sand dunes takes you to the northern end of Kehoe Beach. Once at the beach, turn left to explore a stream meandering its way into the Pacific Ocean.

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Lake Forest Beach

Tahoe City

Lake Forest Beach in Tahoe City, Placer County, is a serene destination for water fun enthusiasts and their furry companions.

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Leo Carrillo State Park

Malibu

Leo Carrillo State Park & State Beach, located in Malibu along the Los Angeles County coast, offers 1.5 miles of pristine beach for a variety of water activities, including swimming, surfing, windsurfing, and surf fishing.

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Little Harbor Campground

Two Harbors

Little Harbor Campground is a picturesque, beachfront campground located about seven miles east of Two Harbors on Catalina Island, at Little Harbor, Two Harbors, CA 90704.

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Ma-le’l Dunes

Arcata

While DogTrekker regularly updates off-leash rules, it is important to check to be sure that this area still allows voice control prior to removing your dog’s leash.

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Mad River County Park

Arcata

While DogTrekker regularly updates off-leash rules, it is important to check to be sure that this area still allows voice control prior to removing your dog’s leash.

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Main Beach

Laguna Beach

Dog-friendly Main Beach is the largest and most popular stretch of beach in Laguna Beach, located at the intersection of Broadway and Ocean Avenues along Coast Highway in Orange County, California.

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Mattole Road Beaches

Petrolia

There are many unnamed beaches along the remote Mattole Road near the town of Petrolia in Humboldt County. These beaches are seldom visited. Access to them isn’t obvious but where there’s a will there’s a way.

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Mavericks Beach

Half Moon Bay

Mavericks Beach in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, is where the annual big wave surfing competition takes place, and dogs are welcome on-leash.

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Montara State Beach

Montara

Montara State Beach is a popular location for visitors who enjoy exploring the beach tide pools or surf fishing.

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Monterey State Beach

Seaside

Monterey State Beach, located in Seaside along the Monterey County coast, offers a unique experience for dog owners seeking a beach getaway.

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Morro Strand Beach

Cayucos

Morro Strand Beach in Cayucos, San Luis Obispo County, along the California Coast, is a prime destination for dog owners seeking a pet-friendly beach experience.

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Navarro River Redwoods

Elk

After winding over rolling hills and through the Anderson Valley, motorists traveling along Highway 128 suddenly enter an eleven-mile-long redwood tunnel to the sea. The redwood forest along the Navarro River is a magnificent sight.

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Newport Beach

Newport Beach

Newport Beach includes more than eight miles of beaches that stretch from the Santa Ana River jetty to Crystal Cove State Park and border Newport Bay.

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North Beach

Zephyr Cove

North Beach at Zephyr Cove Resort, located in Douglas County along the California Coast, offers a dog-friendly option for visitors seeking a rocky shore experience with their furry companions.

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Obexer’s General Store

Homewood

Obexer's Boat Company is a family-owned and operated full-service marina on Lake Tahoe's beautiful West Shore. In addition to everything boat,

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Oceano Dunes State Park

Oceano

Oceano Dunes State Park offers a unique outdoor experience where sandy beaches meet rolling dunes. This coastal area is known for allowing vehicles directly on the beach, providing opportunities for off-road activities.

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Oceano Dunes SVRA

Oceano

This off road area is among the most popular and unique of California State Parks.

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Olde Port Beach

Avila Beach

Olde Port Beach, located in Avila Beach along the San Luis Obispo County coast, is a haven for both two-legged and four-legged beach enthusiasts. This sheltered cove boasts soft sand, gentle waves, and plenty of off-leash fun for furry companions.

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Pacifica State Beach/Linda Mar

Pacifica

The most popular and frequently visited beach in Pacifica is a picturesque three-quarter-mile crescent-shaped shoreline that serves as the northern gateway to the coastline stretching south of San Francisco.

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Palm State Beach

Watsonville

Palm State Beach, located in the vicinity of Pajaro Dunes at the southern end of Sunset State Beach west of Watsonville, offers a delightful day-use area along the Santa Cruz County coastline.

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Patton Landing

Carnelian Bay

Patton Landing is a small rocky beach that has picnic tables, restrooms and a nature trail. This beach is great for dogs, but bring water shoes because it's very rough on human feet.

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Pleasure Point Beach

Santa Cruz

Pleasure Point Beach, located on the northern Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz County, California, is a renowned surf destination.

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Poplar Beach

Half Moon Bay

Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, along the California Coast, offers a serene escape for beach-loving dog owners. Visitors can take a steep trail down to Poplar Beach, where they will find a stretch of open coastline.

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