Things to Do near California Coast
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Carmel Beach
Carmel By The Sea
Carmel Beach is known for its white sands and the clear waters of the Pacific Ocean. It is particularly popular…
Crissy Field
San Francisco
The Crissy Field shoreline provides a well-groomed promenade trail, beaches, picnic tables, tidal marsh overlooks, and it is a nationally…
Del Mar North Beach
Del Mar
Del Mar North Beach, affectionately known by locals and visitors as “Dog Beach,” presents a splendid blend of coastal charm…
Fort Funston
San Francisco
Dogs are allowed on leash or under voice control in designated areas at Fort Funston along the beach in San…
Huntington Beach Dog Beach
Huntington Beach
Huntington Dog Beach is the only stretch of beach in Huntington Beach where dogs are permitted and allowed off-leash.
Mitchell’s Cove Beach
Santa Cruz
Mitchell’s Cove Beach, located in Santa Cruz, offers a picturesque coastal retreat for both locals and visitors. Administered by the…
Muir Beach
Muir Beach
Dog-friendly Muir beach has high bluffs border the beach to the north and south, while wetlands and a lagoon
Next Level Sailing
San Diego
Six years ago, a unique tradition began for Next Level Sailing when Captain Troy introduced his corgi, Louis, to the…
Ocean Beach
San Francisco
Ocean Beach in San Francisco is the widest and longest expanse of sand on San Francisco’s shores, extending from the…
Point Pinole Regional Shoreline
Pleasant Hill
The journey is as scenic as the destination at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline, a 2,315-acre parkland right next to densely…
Seaside Beach
Fort Bragg
Seaside Beach is a beautiful and dog-friendly beach located approximately 6 miles north of Fort Bragg. It offers stunning views…
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Arroyo Burro Beach
Santa Barbara
While DogTrekker regularly updates off-leash rules, it is important to check to be sure that this area still allows voice…
Baker Beach
San Francisco
Dog-friendly Mile-long Baker Beach in San Francisco lies at the foot of the rugged cliffs on the western shoreline of…
Big Lagoon County Park
Trinidad
Please note: ocean side of the sand spit can host sneaker waves. Keep the kids and pets in tow. The…
Bolinas Beach
Marshall
Bolinas Beach is an off-leash beach that can be hard to find, as residents of Bolinas do not openly court…
Clam Beach
Trinidad
Please note: dogs allowed off leash on the wave slope as long as they are under voice control and on-leash…
Coronado Dog Beach
Coronado
Coronado’s Dog Beach offers leash-free fun year-round and is conveniently located across from Sunset Park on Ocean Boulevard, adjacent to…
Dillon Beach: A dog-friendly adventure destination
Marshall
Dillon Beach, located in Marin County, allows off-leash dogs to run and play on the beach. Parking fee applies.
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Doheny State Beach
Dana Point
Doheny State Beach is located in the city of Dana Point, California and is one of California’s most popular state…
Faria Beach Park
Ventura
Campsites at Faria Beach Park in Ventura, Ventura County, California, are highly sought after by outdoor enthusiasts seeking a picturesque…
Hobson Beach Park
Ventura
Located North of Faria Beach Park and the Rincon Parkway along Highway 1 off the Ventura Freeway, Hobson Beach Park…
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…
Mile Rock Beach
San Francisco
Mile Rock Beach in San Francisco offers a peaceful setting, perfect for a leisurely stroll with your dog while exploring…
Moonstone Beach
Trinidad
Moonstone Beach, located just south of Trinidad in Humboldt County along the California Coast, offers a picturesque setting for water…
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…
Roaring Camp Railroads
Felton
Roaring Camp Railroads is a family-friendly (dogs included, of course) railroad that operates steam excursion trains on a narrow-gauge track…
Rodeo Beach
Mill Valley
Rodeo Beach in Mill Valley, Marin County, along the California Coast, is a dog-friendly destination that welcomes visitors of all…
Saddle Mountain Ranch
Carmel By The Sea
Saddle Mountain Ranch, situated on 89 acres of forest land off Carmel Valley Road, just 5 miles from HWY 1,…
Samoa Dunes Recreation Area
Samoa
While DogTrekker regularly updates off-leash rules, it is important to check to be sure that this area still allows voice…
Santa Cruz – Monterey Bay KOA
La Selva Beach
Santa Cruz – Monterey Bay KOA offers a scenic 20-acre family resort experience in La Selva Beach, Santa Cruz County,…
Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA
Watsonville
The Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA in Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California Coast, is a versatile and award-winning destination, located just…
Sea Ranch Public Access Trails
The Sea Ranch
Sonoma County Regional Parks manages 6 dog-friendly public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community south of Gualala.
Toro Creek Dog Beach
Morro Bay
Toro Creek Dog Beach in Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo County, California Coast, is a haven for furry companions to…
William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach/San Simeon Cove
San Simeon
San Simeon Cove, located at William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach in San Luis Obispo County along the California Coast, offers…
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