McAbee Beach

Tucked right in the heart of Cannery Row, McAbee Beach is a small but charming coastal gem where you and your dog can enjoy a peaceful break from the buzz of Monterey’s most famous street. This pocket-sized beach offers soft sand, calm surf, and easy access to nearby shops, restaurants, and the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail, making it a convenient and scenic stop for dogs and their humans exploring the area.

While compact, McAbee Beach’s central location and beautiful bay views make it a perfect quick outing or photo stop during your Cannery Row adventures.

Dog-Friendly Highlights

• Dogs are welcome on leash

• Garbage cans available along nearby sidewalks

• Restrooms available nearby along Cannery Row

• Dog waste bag dispensers and water stations located on the nearby Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail

• No free parking, paid lots and street parking available nearby

What to Expect

McAbee Beach sits just steps below Cannery Row, accessible via a short staircase between restaurants and shops. The beach itself is small and sheltered, offering calm waves and clear views of Monterey Bay, often with sea otters and kayakers floating nearby.

It’s a great spot for a short, relaxing stop with your dog after walking the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail or visiting the local shops. While the beach doesn’t have pet-specific amenities, everything you need, from waste bags to dog-friendly water stations, are available just steps away on the trail. Because of its location, McAbee Beach can get busy during peak tourist hours, so visiting in the morning or evening provides a quieter experience.

Tips for Visiting

• Keep dogs leashed and close, the area can get busy with foot traffic

• Bring towels if your dog enjoys getting sandy or splashing in the surf

• Use the waste stations and water fountains on the nearby Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail

• Paid parking available in lots or metered street spaces along Cannery Row

• Stop by local dog-friendly patios nearby for a post-walk snack or drink

Send Your Dog on an Adventure

Don’t have time to take your dog to McAbee Beach? Trust Monterey’s original dog adventure guides with showing your companion the best that the Monterey Peninsula has to offer by booking a Dog Adventure!  Our Dog Adventures include guided walks, beach play, and plenty of enrichment, all tailored to your dog’s personality and energy level.