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Hatch Park (Keyes, CA): Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Source: Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation, checked 2026-11-01. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/hatch-park-keyes/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

# Hatch Park

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

Type: park. Location: Keyes, Stanislaus County, California. Managed by Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation.

## Rules

| Rule | Value | Source | Verified | Freshness |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Dogs allowed | Yes | [2] | 2026-11-01 | fresh, inferred from agency |
| Official restrictions | County Code 18.06.040, which covers the county's parks, requires dogs on a leash at all times except in designated areas, with a walking leash of 6 feet or less. The park's own listing states no dog rule. Owners of dogs over four months must show proof of a license or rabies vaccination on request. | [2] | 2026-11-01 | fresh, inferred from agency |
| Leash | Required | [2] | 2026-11-01 | fresh, inferred from agency |
| Maximum leash length | 6 feet | [2] | 2026-11-01 | fresh, inferred from agency |

## Sources

1. Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation, "Community Parks & Facilities" (government, checked 2026-11-01): https://www.stancountyparks.com/community-parks
   > HATCH PARK Located at the end of Jennie Avenue on the eastern side of the community of Keyes.
2. Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation, "Stanislaus County Code, Title 18: General Recreation Area Regulations" (government, checked 2026-11-01): https://www.stancountyparks.com/copy-of-chapter-18-04-definitions
   > Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times, except in designated areas. A stake leash must not exceed ten feet in length. A walking leash must not exceed six feet in length.

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