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Brannan Island State Recreation Area (Isleton, CA): Yes, with restrictions. Yes. Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and under human control at all times. They are allowed on paved roads or in your campsite only. Dogs (except for service dogs) are prohibited on all trails and beaches except in designated areas. Pets must be kept inside tents or vehicles during nighttime hours. Source: California Department of Parks and Recreation, checked 2026-10-26. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/brannan-island-state-recreation-area/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

# Brannan Island State Recreation Area

**Yes, with restrictions. Yes. Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and under human control at all times. They are allowed on paved roads or in your campsite only. Dogs (except for service dogs) are prohibited on all trails and beaches except in designated areas. Pets must be kept inside tents or vehicles during nighttime hours.**

Type: park. Location: Isleton, Sacramento County, California. Managed by California State Parks.

## Rules

| Rule | Value | Source | Verified | Freshness |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Dogs allowed | Yes, with restrictions | [1] | 2026-10-26 | fresh |
| Official restrictions | Yes. Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and under human control at all times. They are allowed on paved roads or in your campsite only. Dogs (except for service dogs) are prohibited on all trails and beaches except in designated areas. Pets must be kept inside tents or vehicles during nighttime hours. | [1] | 2026-10-26 | fresh |
| Leash | Required | [2] | 2026-10-26 | fresh, inferred from agency |
| Maximum leash length | 6 feet | [2] | 2026-10-26 | fresh, inferred from agency |
| Leaving your dog alone | Not allowed | [2] | 2026-10-26 | fresh, inferred from agency |

## Rules to know

- Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and physically under your control at all times. [2]
- Dogs may not be left unattended. Overnight campers must keep dogs in a tent or vehicle. [2]
- Unless an area is specifically designated for dogs on leash, dogs are not allowed in buildings, undeveloped areas or on trails. [2]
- Clean up after your dog. [2]
- Proof of vaccinations and a valid dog license may be required. [2]

## Sources

1. California Department of Parks and Recreation, "Visiting State Parks With Your Dog" (government, checked 2026-10-26): https://www.parks.ca.gov/Dogs
   > Brannan Island State Recreation Area | Dogs Allowed? Yes | Yes. Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and under human control at all times. They are allowed on paved roads or in your campsite only. Dogs (except for service dogs) are prohibited on all trails and beaches except in designated areas. Pets must be kept inside tents or vehicles during nighttime hours.
2. California Department of Parks and Recreation, "Visiting State Parks With Your Dog: statewide rules" (government, checked 2026-10-26): https://www.parks.ca.gov/Dogs
   > Dogs must be on a maximum 6-foot leash at ALL times and physically under your control.

Verified October 26, 2026; re-check due 2026-11-25. Freshness: fresh.
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