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Gray Whale Cove State Beach
Beach · Pacifica · San Mateo County · California
Are dogs allowed at Gray Whale Cove State Beach?
No. Dogs are not allowed.
421.2 On US-101 at mile 421.2, 7.3 mi off the freeway. See every dog stop on US-101. Nearest dog stop: Montara State Beach, less than a mile away.
498.6 On Highway 1 at mile 498.6, at the highway. See every dog stop on Highway 1. Nearest dog stop: Montara State Beach, 1 mi south.
Rules
| Rule | Value | Source | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs allowed | No | [1] California Department of Parks and Recreation | October 26, 2026 |
Rules in every California state park
- Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and physically under your control at all times.
- Dogs may not be left unattended. Overnight campers must keep dogs in a tent or vehicle.
- Unless an area is specifically designated for dogs on leash, dogs are not allowed in buildings, undeveloped areas or on trails.
- Clean up after your dog.
- Proof of vaccinations and a valid dog license may be required.
Source: [2] California Department of Parks and Recreation, checked October 26, 2026
Location
Highway 1, Pacifica, 94044 · San Mateo County · California · Map (OpenStreetMap)
Managed by California State Parks. Official page
Sources
- Visiting State Parks With Your Dog (parks.ca.gov), California Department of Parks and Recreation. Government agency, checked October 26, 2026.
Gray Whale Cove State Beach | Dogs Allowed? No
- Visiting State Parks With Your Dog: statewide rules (parks.ca.gov), California Department of Parks and Recreation. Government agency, checked October 26, 2026.
Dogs must be on a maximum 6-foot leash at ALL times and physically under your control.
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Gray Whale Cove State Beach (Pacifica, CA): No. Dogs are not allowed. Source: California Department of Parks and Recreation, checked 2026-10-26. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/gray-whale-cove-state-beach/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).
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