Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Many trails, beaches and sites closed to dogs. Leash or voice control only in named areas. Leash everywhere else.

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Many trails, beaches and sites closed to dogs. Leash or voice control only in named areas. Leash everywhere else.

Source: Rules: Golden Gate National Recreation Area Superintendent's Compendium (36 CFR §2.15) and park dog pages (36 CFR §2.15; Golden Gate National Recreation Area Superintendent's Compendium (§1.5(a)(2), §2.10, §2.15, §7.97); 1979 Pet Policy as restated there; park pages 'A Dog-Friendly National Park' (last updated June 9, 2025))

Places this rule covers

Open to dogs now first, then off-leash places and those with a photo.

Check posted signs. They are the rule on site. This guide restates published rules and OpenStreetMap data, which can be out of date or incomplete. It is not legal advice.