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title: "Carlson Park (Arcata): dog rules"
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Carlson Park (Arcata) (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/carlson-park-arcata/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

# Carlson Park (Arcata)

**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's FAQ gives this rule for all City open spaces and parks; it does not name this park. | [3] | 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. [2]

## 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.
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
   > Make sure you carry a plastic bag when walking pets and be sure to pick up after them.
3. 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
   > Are dogs allowed in City open spaces and parks?
4. U.S. Census Bureau, "Location: Census Geocoder match for 5285 CARLSON PARK DR, ARCATA, CA, 95521" (government, checked 2026-11-01): https://geocoding.geo.census.gov/geocoder/

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