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Recreational Legalized for recreational use in 2016
California was the first state to legalize medical marijuana with Proposition 215 in 1996. Recreational cannabis became legal in 2018 following voter approval of Proposition 64. The state has the largest cannabis market in the nation.
1 ounce flower, 8 grams concentrate
1 ounce in public, up to 8 ounces at home
Allowed - 6 plants per residence
21+ for recreational, any age with physician recommendation for medical
Private property only, prohibited in public and within 1000 feet of schools
Important: Laws are subject to change. Always verify current regulations with official state sources. Cannabis remains illegal under federal law.
California is home to 361 licensed cannabis dispensaries serving both medical and recreational customers. Our comprehensive directory helps you discover the highest-rated dispensaries based on real customer reviews, ratings, and community feedback.
The dispensaries in California offer a wide variety of cannabis products including flower, concentrates, edibles, tinctures, topicals, and pre-rolls. Many locations also provide delivery services, online ordering, and curbside pickup for added convenience.
Our rankings combine multiple factors including Google ratings (25% weight), review volume (15%), external platform listings (10%), user votes (20%), page views (10%), data completeness (10%), and engagement metrics (10%) to give you the most accurate assessment of quality dispensaries in California.
Dispensaries are ranked using our 7-factor weighted algorithm that considers Google ratings (25%), review volume (15%), external listings on platforms like Leafly and Weedmaps (10%), user votes (20%), page views (10%), data completeness (10%), and user engagement (10%). This ensures the most reputable and popular dispensaries rise to the top.
Consider factors like customer reviews, product variety, pricing, location convenience, staff knowledge, store cleanliness, and available deals or loyalty programs. Our rankings help identify dispensaries that excel in these areas based on real customer feedback.
Requirements vary by state. California may have both medical and recreational dispensaries. Check individual dispensary listings for their specific requirements. Most recreational dispensaries only require a valid ID showing you're 21+.
Use our "Near Me" search feature to find dispensaries within 5-100 miles of your current location. You can also Parcourir par comté above to narrow down your search to specific regions within California.
Yes! Dispensary owners can claim their listing to update information, respond to reviews, and access analytics. If your email domain matches your dispensary's website, you'll be automatically verified.
