Sonoma Coast State Park: dog rules

Yes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed on specified beaches: Marshall Gulch, Carmet Beach, Schoolhouse Beach, Portuguese Beach, Duncan's Cover, Wright's Beach, Furlong Gulch, Shell Beach, Blind Beach, Russian Gulch. Dogs not allowed in Pomo Canyon and Willow Creek environmental campgrounds.

Dogs allowedYes, with restrictions
Official restrictionsDogs allowed on specified beaches: Marshall Gulch, Carmet Beach, Schoolhouse Beach, Portuguese Beach, Duncan's Cover, Wright's Beach, Furlong Gulch, Shell Beach, Blind Beach, Russian Gulch. Dogs not allowed in Pomo Canyon and Willow Creek environmental campgrounds.
LeashRequired
Maximum leash length6 feet
Leaving your dog aloneNot allowed

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