Possession in California — what are the rules?

Allowed with conditions. For adults 21+, California's general non-medical personal allowance is up to 28.5 g of cannabis other than concentrate and up to 8 g of concentrated cannabis. Medicinal and lawful home-cultivation provisions have separate rules; this is not an unrestricted possession allowance. Conditions: Minimum age 21+.

Public consumption in California — what are the rules?

Prohibited. Cannabis may not be consumed in public places (including restaurants and bars), anywhere tobacco smoking is banned, within 1,000 feet of a school, day care or youth center while children are present, or on federal land such as national parks.

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Legal adult-use retailTourist access: Allowed with conditions · Medical access: Medical use only

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Find a club nearby and open its listing for the address and contact.
Ask the club whether you can join, what its minimum age is, and whether an introduction or appointment is needed.
Confirm the ID to bring, membership fee and opening hours before setting off.
Ask what is available to members and whether on-site use is permitted. The club decides whether to admit you.

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Legal adult-use retail exists only in the states and territories that have actually launched a recreational market, not nationwide. In those jurisdictions tourists can usually buy at a licensed dispensary from age 21 with a valid government-issued ID or passport. Cannabis remains federally controlled, so you may not transport product across state lines or international borders.

This overview describes United States; it does not confirm access at every location. Read the guidance for United States

Source: leginfo.legislature.ca.gov

Last reviewed2026-09-07

Full law guide for California

Is cannabis legal in California?

Buying cannabisAllowed with conditionsGuidance from California

California permits adult-use purchases from state-licensed cannabis retailers for adults 21+. Medicinal access for adults 18+ with a physician's recommendation is a separate route. Local restrictions and federal prohibitions still apply.

Minimum age 21+

Verified 2026-09-07 · Sources and references

Tourist accessAllowed with conditionsGuidance from California

Visitors buy on the same terms as residents: any adult 21+ with a valid government-issued ID may purchase from a state-licensed retailer; California sets no residency requirement. The personal possession limits (28.5 g of cannabis, 8 g of concentrate) apply, consumption is restricted to private property and licensed lounges, and taking cannabis across the state line remains a federal offence.

Minimum age 21+

Cannabis may not be taken out of California — crossing a state line with it is a federal offence.

Verified 2026-09-08 · Sources and references

Medical accessMedical use onlyGuidance from California

California has a medical cannabis route based on a physician’s recommendation. Adult medical purchases and minor patients with caregiver arrangements have different requirements; a medical ID card is not the same as a recommendation.

Check the product-specific medical conditions and dispensing requirements. Travel and import permissions must be checked separately.

California DCC: what is legal

Verified 2026-09-17 · Sources and references

Can tourists buy cannabis in California?

Minimum age: 21+ with photo ID.
Possession: Allowed with conditions
Consuming in public: Prohibited.

Answer verified on 2026-09-07.

Cannabis venues in California at a glance

How many cannabis venues are listed in California?

420.camp lists 702 cannabis venues in California: 670 cannabis dispensaries, 27 private clubs, 3 lounges, 2 cbd & hemp shops.

What do the listings in California include?

Opening hours: 672. Phone number: 686. Photos: 677. Confirmed by the owner or a licence check: 0.

Do venues in California admit members only?

24 admit members only.

United States overview

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Sources and references

420.camp editorial review process

Last reviewed: 2026-09-07
Other rules on this page updated: 2026-09-17
Next scheduled review: 2026-11-28

This is a plain-language informational summary, not legal advice. Rules can change and may differ by municipality or venue. Check the linked official sources before acting.

Answer verified on 2026-09-07.

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