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Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail (City of Monterey) (Monterey, CA): Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Source: City of Monterey, checked 2026-10-26. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/monterey-bay-coastal-recreation-trail/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

# Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail (City of Monterey)

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

Type: trail. Location: Monterey, Monterey County, California. Managed by City of Monterey.

## Rules

| Rule | Value | Source | Verified | Freshness |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Dogs allowed | Yes | [1] | 2026-10-26 | fresh |
| Leash | Required | [1] | 2026-10-26 | fresh |
| Maximum leash length | 6 feet | [1] | 2026-10-26 | fresh |

## Rules to know

- Promptly remove any waste your dog leaves (Monterey City Code 6-16.6). [1]
- The trail is shared by walkers, joggers, cyclists and skaters. [1]

## Sources

1. City of Monterey, "Monterey Bay Coastal Rec Trail" (government, checked 2026-10-26): https://monterey.gov/your_city_hall/departments/parks_and_recreation/parks/monterey_bay_coastal_rec_trail.php
   > Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six (6) feet at all times. (Section 23-8(a) of the Monterey City Code).

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