Dog-friendly beach

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach, San Simeon, CA

Off-leash

On-leash

Fenced

Not fenced

Hours

The statewide dogs table does not list hours for this beach. Confirm posted signs.

Last checked

14 Nov 2026

Rules, as cited

Leash rule: On a leash no longer than six feet, under physical control, as required statewide by California State Parks.

• Statewide, California State Parks requires a leash no longer than six feet, and the dog must be physically under your control. Dogs may not be left unattended. Vicious or unusually noisy dogs are not allowed. Proof of licensing and immunization may be required.
• The statewide table for Hearst San Simeon State Park permits dogs only on leash at William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach, the Junge Ranch Trail off Lone Palm Drive, the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk, and all campgrounds and parking lots.
• Dogs are prohibited at the Boucher Trail, San Simeon Pier, San Simeon Creek Trail, San Simeon Creek Beach leading directly from the campgrounds, Washburn Day Use Beach, Leffingwell Landing, Santa Rosa Creek Beach, and wherever posted.

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Official source

California State Parks — Visiting State Parks With Your Dog

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