Embark on a coastal adventure with your furry companion and discover the abundance of dog-friendly parks and beaches along the California coast! From the sandy shores of San Diego to the rugged cliffs of Mendocino, there are endless options for you and your pup to explore. These pet-welcoming establishments cater to both dogs and their owners, providing a welcoming atmosphere for all. Grab your leash, pack some treats, and set out to enjoy the beauty of the California coast with your four-legged friend by your side.
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Aldridge Lane Park

Aldridge Lane Park is a 3 acre park with a small horse arena that the public can use on a…
Alta Laguna Park

Alta Laguna Park, located in Laguna Beach along the Orange County California Coast, offers a stunning panoramic view of the…
Aptos Polo Grounds Dog Park

Aptos Polo Grounds Dog Park, located in Aptos near the soccer fields and a big meadow in Santa Cruz County…
Aptos Village Park

Aptos Village Park, a 10.3-acre green space in Aptos, Santa Cruz County, along the California Coast, offers a delightful retreat…
Ben Lomond Park

Ben Lomond Park, a 1-acre historic neighborhood park in Ben Lomond, Santa Cruz County, California Coast, offers a charming retreat…
Benicia State Recreation Area

Benicia State Recreation Area, located in Solano County along the California Coast, spans 720 acres of diverse landscapes, including marshes,…
Big Basin Redwoods State Park Campgrounds

Big Basin Redwoods State Park Campgrounds in Boulder Creek, Santa Cruz County, along the California Coast, offer a serene camping…
Canyon Acres Trail at Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

This short but steep “reverse” hike explores the southwestern corner of Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. There’s a nice…
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Crescent Bay Point Park

Crescent Bay Point Park is located on the blufftop in Laguna Beach. The park has ocean and tide pool views,…
Crystal Cove State Park

Crystal Cove State Park, located in Laguna Beach along the Orange County coast, offers a picturesque escape for outdoor enthusiasts…
Felton Covered Bridge Park

Felton Covered Bridge Park in Santa Cruz County, California Coast, offers a charming retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry…
Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean, right outside the quaint village of Aptos, lies a serene oasis: the…
Harbour View Dog Park

Harbour View Dog Park, situated in the heart of Huntington Harbour, offers a prime location for both locals and visitors…
Heisler Park

Heisler Park, located along the bluffs on Cliff Drive in Laguna Beach, Orange County, California, offers a picturesque oceanfront escape…
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in Felton, Santa Cruz County, California Coast, is a haven for nature enthusiasts and their…
Heritage Park

Heritage Park in Dana Point, located along the stunning Orange County, California Coast, offers a picturesque setting atop a bluff…
Highlands County Park

Highlands County Park in Ben Lomond, Santa Cruz County, California Coast, is a 26-acre haven for outdoor enthusiasts and their…
Laguna Beach Dog Park

Laguna Beach Dog Park, located in Laguna Beach along the Orange County, California Coast, offers a welcoming space for furry…
Lantern Bay Park

Lantern Bay Park in Dana Point, Orange County, California, is a sprawling grassy expanse offering breathtaking views of the harbor.…
Limekiln State Park

Limekiln State Park, located in Big Sur along the Monterey County coast of California, offers a picturesque retreat for outdoor…
MacKerricher State Park

MacKerricher State Park is a rarity in the California State Parks system in that it is more dog-friendly than most.…
Main Street Dog Agility Park

The Main Street Dog Agility Park in Redwood City, located at 1295 Main Street, offers a vibrant play space for…
Martin J. Franich Park

Martin J. Franich Park in Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, along the California Coast, offers a plethora of amenities for both…
MCDOG Park

MCDOG Park in Fort Bragg, part of the Mendocino Coast Dog Owners Group (MCDOG), offers a haven for furry companions…
Mile Rock Beach

Mile Rock Beach in San Francisco offers a peaceful setting, perfect for a leisurely stroll with your dog while exploring…
Moulton Meadows Park

Moulton Meadows Park, situated at Del Mar and Balboa Avenues in Laguna Beach, Orange County, California, offers a plethora of…
Oceano Dunes State Park

Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach, but be careful in the only California State Park open to off-highway vehicles.
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Campground

Reserve six months before your preferred date to secure a site at the Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Campground, nestled…
Pines Park

Pines Park in Dana Point/Capo Beach, along the stunning Orange County, California Coast, offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts…
Pinto Lake County Dog Park

Founded in July of 2004, Pinto Lake County Dog Park in Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California Coast, boasts a spacious…
Pomo Bluffs Park

Pomo Bluffs Park, which opened in April 2006, encompasses 25 acres on the southern bluffs above Noyo Bay. The park
Royal Oaks Park

Located in north Monterey County, Royal Oaks Park is the oldest park in the Monterey County Parks system. It has…
Sea Ranch Public Access Trails

Sonoma County Regional Parks manages 6 dog-friendly public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community south of Gualala.
Seacliff Center Trailer Park

Located just a short stroll from beautiful Seacliff State Beach, theHistoric Concrete Boat Fishing Pierand surfing. Conveniently locatednear fine restaurants,…
Sky Park Dog Park

Scotts Valley is home to the renowned Sky Park Dog Park, a beloved destination for canine companions in Santa Cruz…
Stillwater Cove Regional Park

This 210 acre park includes a campground with coin operated shower facilities and flush restrooms, and day use parking. There…
The Heart of Soquel Park

Located in Soquel Village near Porter Street and Soquel Drive, The Heart of Soquel Park in Santa Cruz County, California…
Walk On Beach Sea Ranch Access Trail

The Walk on Beach Trail passes through a Monterey cypress grove to a beach reached by a bluff-top staircase. Leashed…