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Placerita Canyon State Park

Park · Newhall · Los Angeles County · California

Leash

Required

Maximum leash length

6 feet

Official restrictions

Park unit operated by Los Angeles County. Check website at https://parks.lacounty.gov/pl…

162.2 On I-5 at mile 162.2, 3.8 mi off the freeway. See every dog stop on I-5.

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

19148 Placerita Canyon Rd, Newhall, 91321 · Los Angeles 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.

   Placerita Canyon State Park | Dogs Allowed? Yes | Park unit operated by Los Angeles County. Check website at https://parks.lacounty.gov/placerita-canyon-state-park for more information.

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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Placerita Canyon State Park (Newhall, CA): Yes, with restrictions. Park unit operated by Los Angeles County. Check website at https://parks.lacounty.gov/placerita-canyon-state-park for more information. Source: California Department of Parks and Recreation, checked 2026-10-26. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/placerita-canyon-state-park/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

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