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Dogs in Capitola, California
8 of 9 places verified in Capitola allow dogs in at least some areas, including 1 dog park.
Also as markdown and in the API.
City rules
Capitola has no city dog ordinance in our records yet. In unincorporated areas, Santa Cruz County rules apply; inside each park or business, the rule on its own page applies. Know the ordinance?
Dog parks and off-leash areas
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozzi Dog Park (McGregor Park) | Capitola | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | November 1, 2026 |
Beaches and shoreline
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capitola Beach | Capitola | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | |
| New Brighton State Beach | Capitola | Yes | Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. | Required | October 26, 2026 |
Parks
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esplanade Park (Capitola) | Capitola | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are not permitted on the lawn areas. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Jade Street Park (Capitola) | Capitola | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are not permitted on the lawn and tennis court areas. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Monterey Avenue Park (Capitola) | Capitola | Yes | Yes, on leash. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Noble Gulch Park (Capitola) | Capitola | Yes | Yes, on leash. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Peery Park (Capitola) | Capitola | Yes | Yes, on leash. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Soquel Creek Park (Capitola) | Capitola | Yes | Yes, on leash. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
Other cities nearby: Santa Cruz · Scotts Valley · Watsonville
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