Santa Monica State Beach: dog rules

No. Dogs are not allowed on the sand or in the water. Leashed dogs may use the boardwalk and the paved pedestrian path.

Dogs allowedNo
Official restrictionsDogs are not allowed on the sand or in the water. Leashed dogs may use the boardwalk and the paved pedestrian path.

Verified October 26, 2026 from City of Santa Monica and California Department of Parks and Recreation. Full record and sources on DogPolicies.