Except for ADA service animals, no animals are allowed on the beach or in the backcountry at Crystal Cove State Park. Where dogs are permitted elsewhere in the park, they must be kept on a leash of 6 feet or less.
Possession of alcohol is prohibited at Crystal Cove State Park except within designated concession and campsites at Moro Campground.
No fires are allowed on the sand or in the campgrounds. Gas powered barbecues are permitted, but wood and charcoal are not, and open flames are not permitted in the backcountry.
Not verified here
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
Source: California State Parks - Crystal Cove State Park brochure · checked 2026-10-20. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.
Dogs at Crystal Cove: Except for ADA service animals, no animals are allowed on the beach or in the backcountry at Crystal Cove State Park. Where dogs are permitted elsewhere in the park, they must be kept on a leash of 6 feet or less. Not allowed at Crystal Cove: dogs, alcohol, fires & grills. Checked against California State Parks - Crystal Cove State Park brochure on 2026-10-20. Rules we have not verified for Crystal Cove are marked as such rather than guessed on the beach rules page.