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Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary (Arcata, CA): Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Source: City of Arcata, checked 2026-11-01. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/arcata-marsh-and-wildlife-sanctuary/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

# Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary

**Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.**

Type: park. Location: Arcata, Humboldt County, California. Managed by City of Arcata.

## Rules

| Rule | Value | Source | Verified | Freshness |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Dogs allowed | Yes | [1] | 2026-11-01 | fresh |
| Official restrictions | The city names both places as vital wildlife habitat and says unleashed dogs disturb wildlife and nesting birds. | [2] | 2026-11-01 | fresh |
| Leash | Required | [1] | 2026-11-01 | fresh |
| Maximum leash length | 6 feet (The city says the leash must be under 6 feet long.) | [1] | 2026-11-01 | fresh |

## Rules to know

- Carry a plastic bag and pick up after your dog. [1]

## Sources

1. City of Arcata, "FAQs: Are dogs allowed in City open spaces and parks?" (government, checked 2026-11-01): https://cityofarcata.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=143
   > Dogs are allowed, however they must be on a sturdy leash that is under 6-feet long. ... Make sure you carry a plastic bag when walking pets and be sure to pick up after them.
2. City of Arcata, "FAQs: Are dogs allowed in City open spaces and parks?" (government, checked 2026-11-01): https://cityofarcata.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=143
   > The Arcata Community Forest and Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary provide vital wildlife habitat. Unleashed dogs scare wild animals, interfere with nesting birds and may even injure, or sometimes kill, wildlife.

Verified November 1, 2026; re-check due 2026-12-01. Freshness: fresh.
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