Drone Rules in San Luis Obispo County, CA (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated San Luis Obispo County, California.

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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of San Luis Obispo County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Recreational Drones

San Luis Obispo County bans launching, flying, or landing any model airplane, rocket, or similar device, including recreational drones, in county parks unless the area is specifically designated for that use.

San Luis Obispo County Bars Park Drone Flights

Significant Restrictions

San Luis Obispo County Code § 11.04.130(d)

(d)Model Airplanes and Rockets. It is unlawful for any person to launch, fly, or land any model airplane, rocket or similar device, or to operate any fuel-propelled or jet powered model, in any county park or facility except in areas that may be specifically designated by the director or designee.

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