William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach
One of the few beaches in Hearst San Simeon State Park where leashed dogs are permitted.
The rules, verified
- Dogs on leash only
- Dogs prohibited on Boucher Trail, San Simeon Pier area beaches and campground-adjacent beaches/trails
Set by California State Parks. Rules change — posted signage and the current ordinance always take precedence over this page.
More like this: dog beaches without a summer ban
Map & directions
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Nearby & related beaches
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Rosie's Dog Beach
Off-leash zone -
Newport Beach (city beaches)
Timed, leashed Set hours -
Kings Beach SRA — Dog Beach area
Restricted area -
Dog Beach (Ocean Beach)
Off-leash zone
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