Point Reyes National Seashore: dog rules

Yes, with restrictions. Leashed pets are allowed in parking lots, along public roads, on the Kehoe Beach Trail and the Niman Ranch/Commonweal area paths, and on sections of Kehoe Beach, Limantour Beach and Point Reyes (Great) Beach. All other trails, beaches and off-trail lands are closed to pets. Since May 30, 2023, pets are not permitted on National Seashore beaches on the west side of Tomales Bay or anywhere in the Tomales Point Elk Reserve.

Dogs allowedYes, with restrictions
Official restrictionsLeashed pets are allowed in parking lots, along public roads, on the Kehoe Beach Trail and the Niman Ranch/Commonweal area paths, and on sections of Kehoe Beach, Limantour Beach and Point Reyes (Great) Beach. All other trails, beaches and off-trail lands are closed to pets. Since May 30, 2023, pets are not permitted on National Seashore beaches on the west side of Tomales Bay or anywhere in the Tomales Point Elk Reserve.
LeashRequired
Maximum leash length6 feet

Verified October 26, 2026 from National Park Service. Full record and sources on DogPolicies.