Its Beach

Lighthouse Field State Beach, where you and Petzooie will discover a dog-friendly scenic beach, is dog-friendly. Its Beach, also known as Lighthouse Field State Beach, is located north of the Lighthouse on West Cliff Drive. You are welcome to bring your dog along to enjoy the sand and surf, but they must be kept on a leash for the duration of their visit. Every day of the week, from 7 a.m. to sunset, the beach is open.

With a kayak rental or tour from Venture Quest, you can paddle out onto Monterey Bay with your best friend. On kayak rentals and private wharf tours, Petzooie is welcome.

Take Petzooie for a walk along Santa Cruz's West Cliff Drive. A three-mile walking and biking trail along the Pacific Ocean is known as West Cliff Drive. The walk begins at the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf and concludes at Natural Bridges State Beach, passing via the historic Santa Cruz Dream Inn, Steamer Lane, and Lighthouse Point. Wheelchair access is available on West Cliff Drive.

In a specified part of the park near Medar Street and Nobel Drive, dogs are allowed to play off-leash.

At the dog-friendly Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz, CA, leashed dogs are permitted, and free parking is provided in the neighboring communities. On the east end of the beach, there are restrooms and outdoor showers.

Dogs are allowed in the parking lots and picnic areas at Natural Bridges State Beach, but they are not allowed on the trails or on the beach. Shorebirds, migrating whales, seals, and otters all call the area home. Every day of the week, from 8 a.m. to sunset, the park is open.