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Monterey State Beach (Monterey, CA): No. Dogs are not allowed on the beach or dunes from the Seaside parking lot north. Leashed dogs are allowed only on the beach from the Roberts parking lot south. Source: California Department of Parks and Recreation, checked 2026-10-26. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/monterey-state-beach/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

# Monterey State Beach

**No. Dogs are not allowed on the beach or dunes from the Seaside parking lot north. Leashed dogs are allowed only on the beach from the Roberts parking lot south.**

Type: beach. Location: Monterey, Monterey County, California. Managed by California State Parks.

## Rules

| Rule | Value | Source | Verified | Freshness |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Dogs allowed | No | [1] | 2026-10-26 | fresh |
| Official restrictions | Dogs are not allowed on the beach or dunes from the Seaside parking lot north. Leashed dogs are allowed only on the beach from the Roberts parking lot south. | [1] | 2026-10-26 | fresh |

## Rules to know

- Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and physically under your control at all times. [2]
- Dogs may not be left unattended. Overnight campers must keep dogs in a tent or vehicle. [2]
- Unless an area is specifically designated for dogs on leash, dogs are not allowed in buildings, undeveloped areas or on trails. [2]
- Clean up after your dog. [2]
- Proof of vaccinations and a valid dog license may be required. [2]

## Sources

1. California Department of Parks and Recreation, "Visiting State Parks With Your Dog" (government, checked 2026-10-26): https://www.parks.ca.gov/Dogs
   > Monterey State Beach | Dogs Allowed? No | Dogs are not allowed on the beach or dunes from the Seaside parking lot north. Leashed dogs are allowed only on the beach from the Roberts parking lot south.
2. California Department of Parks and Recreation, "Visiting State Parks With Your Dog: statewide rules" (government, checked 2026-10-26): https://www.parks.ca.gov/Dogs
   > Dogs must be on a maximum 6-foot leash at ALL times and physically under your control.

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