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McConnell State Recreation Area

Park · Ballico · Merced County · California

Leash

Required

Maximum leash length

6 feet

Official restrictions

Dogs allowed only in campground.

Rules

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

8800 McConnell Road, Ballico, 95303 · Merced County · California · Map (OpenStreetMap)

Managed by California State Parks. Official page

Sources

1. Visiting State Parks With Your Dog (parks.ca.gov), California Department of Parks and Recreation. Government agency, checked October 26, 2026.

   McConnell State Recreation Area | Dogs Allowed? Yes | Dogs allowed only in campground.

2. 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.

First verified October 26, 2026; re-check due November 25, 2026. Freshness: fresh. How we verify.

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McConnell State Recreation Area (Ballico, CA): Yes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in campground. Source: California Department of Parks and Recreation, checked 2026-10-26. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/mcconnell-state-recreation-area/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

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