California Coastal Commission
California Coastal Commission
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Pier fishing, camping, day use
Located in Santa Barbara County, California, Gaviota State Park is a beach access point. Dogs are welcome on a leash. Expect bluffs, a rocky shore, a sandy beach, and a stream corridor. Facilities include a campground, drinking water, fire pits, food, and more. Popular activities include boating, fishing, swimming, and wildlife viewing. An entry fee applies, and the site is wheelchair accessible.
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Also listed as "Gaviota State Park Beach & Campground"
17620 Gaviota Beach Rd, Gaviota, CA 93117, USA
Official website
Location & Contact2 entrances
Which entrance are you heading to?
Applies to both entrances
Rules & Restrictions
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Confidence
Confirmed by state records
How trustworthy this beach's dog-friendly status is
Popularity — how loved
100Excellent
How loved this beach is — saves, visits, star reviews & Google popularity
Star ratings and Google reviews (our stand-in for web popularity) set the base score; saves and visits from Sandy Pup users then add a boost on top — up to 30 points, growing as more people engage — so community love can lift a beach, never sink it. Every count uses a diminishing-returns curve (the first few matter most), and signals with no data yet are skipped — never counted against the beach.
Frequently asked questions
Are dogs allowed at Gaviota State Park?
Yes, leashed dogs are welcome here.
Do dogs need to be leashed at Gaviota State Park?
Yes — dogs must be kept on a leash at Gaviota State Park.
Is there parking at Gaviota State Park?
Yes — parking is available at Gaviota State Park.
Are there restrooms at Gaviota State Park?
Yes, restrooms are available on site.
Is there a fee to visit Gaviota State Park?
Yes — an entry fee applies at Gaviota State Park.
Is Gaviota State Park wheelchair accessible?
Yes — Gaviota State Park is listed as wheelchair accessible. A beach wheelchair is available.
What can you do at Gaviota State Park?
It's a good spot for boating, fishing, swimming, and wildlife viewing.
What is the setting like at Gaviota State Park?
The landscape at Gaviota State Park includes bluffs, a rocky shore, a sandy beach, and a stream corridor.
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