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  • Sacred Roots (tax is included in price!) logo
    REC
    Sacred Roots (tax is included in price!)
    5.0(2)
    Pickup
    Open until 8pm PT
  • Cannablue - Tahoe logo
    MED & REC
    Cannablue - Tahoe
    4.7(5)
    Pickup in under 30 mins
    Open until 10pm PT
    Came up to Tahoe for a show and found this awesome dispensary. Super cool people and a great selection. Steph was my bud tender, so cheerful and accommodating. Staff was super helpful when I got a little overwhelmed with all the choices. 10/10 will go again!
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  • Chuck's Wellness Center logo
    MED & REC
    Chuck's Wellness Center
    5.0(1)
    Open until 6pm PT
    Huge selection with great prices! I started shopping here since it was nearby, but now I don't have to drive down the hill at all. There's no place like Chuck's!
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  • Pure Life Collective logo
    MED
    Pure Life Collective
    4.6(12)
    Open until 8pm PT
    As a Heavy Hitter’s Brand Ambassador I frequent Pure Life Collective on a regular basis. We work in the industry but at the end of the day we are consumers first and foremost and every experience I’ve enjoyed at Pure Life have me leaving with a smile on my face and happy thoughts. Whether it’s shopping, doing a Patient Appreciation Day, or just stopping in to say ‘hi’ to the crew, everyone’s in a good mood and genuinely happy! The budtenders are canna-experts, the managers are happy and willing to help with anything, the selections are exquisite, the deals are too good to be true, but it's TRUE, and YOU the customer will be satisfied. Love you ALL!!! -Derya | @Derzvapor
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  • All Natural logo
    MED
    All Natural
    4.7(7)
    Open until 8pm PT
    Nice and friendly staff ....very knowledgeable and helpful ....prices are reasonable and will return back ....
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  • The Kana Company - Shingle Springs logo
    MED
    The Kana Company - Shingle Springs
    5.0(1)
    Open until 7pm PT
    Huge shout-out to phone person who informed holiday hours and savings because they really gained an extra customer that day
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  • Foothill Health and Wellness logo
    MED
    Foothill Health and Wellness
    4.5(4)
    Open until 7pm PT
    Foothill Health and Wellness is a local gem! That’s why people will drive right through Sacramento just to get to this place! Don’t let the small entrance fool you, this place is huge! Large enough for free yoga classes & massages on Saturday mornings, and multiple events from multiple brands! I am a brand Ambassador for Heavy Hitters, and I LOVE spending time on Saturdays here with all the awesome budtenders and customers that come in! Last time I was there, Jason recommended an amazing jar of budder that blew me away! Their selection and deals of sauce and other concentrates is ideal! Their selection of Heavy Hitters is always on point, they even have the 2.2 gram cartridges! They are medical only, so don’t forget your med-card, but you won’t regret stopping into Foothill! They’ve got old school dispensary vibes, comfy couches, awesome music, a happy staff, natural lighting, cool art! This dispensary literally has it all, an it’s no wonder their customers go back time and time again!
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  • Tahoe Wellness Center logo
    MED & REC
    Tahoe Wellness Center
    4.8(70)
    Open until 10pm PT
    Here in SLT it seems like every dispensery has their own profile and specialties. TWC is the most friendly towards locals and their specialty is flower <3 Tho they also have a great variety of edibles and carts, they also work mainly with local and around the area growers, sometimes their 3.5g can be expensive but they're fire (in both potency and flavor/smoke experience) My personal favorite is their own Grape Gas, it smells exactly like fresh green grapes. They also have more affordable brands like DimeABag or Lolo and different specials every week. I would absolutely recomend for those who prefer flower over other presentations and appreciate the flavors and terps just as much as the high.
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  • MMCA - Cameron Park logo
    MED & REC
    MMCA - Cameron Park
    4.8(18)
    Pickup
    Preorder until tomorrow at 12pm PT
    this is pretty much the only spot I go to, and every time my brother and dad go with me they forget why they go anywhere else. can't recommend everything about it more!
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  • Blue Mountain Collective - San Andreas logo
    MED & REC
    Blue Mountain Collective - San Andreas
    5.0(119)
    4 deals
    Pickup in under 30 mins
    Open until 7pm PT
    These guys are amazing! They are very knowledgeable and helpful. I’ve been in pain for 2 years and these guys had me try High Power tincture and for the first time in over a year I actually slept through the night with no pain! I can’t thank them enough.
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  • Green Gold San Andreas | Dispensary logo
    MED & REC
    Green Gold San Andreas | Dispensary
    4.9(110)
    Open until 7pm PT
    Green gold is my go to despecery..I choose it,over any other
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  • Pure Aloha logo
    MED & REC
    Pure Aloha
    4.9(35)
    3 deals
    Delivery
    Pickup in under 30 mins
    Open until 7pm PT
    I have been a customer at Pure Aloha for a few years. I always order online first, then quickly receive a rapid text message acknowledging the order, and soon after; most often within 30 minutes, the order is ready! The staff are always very pleasant and welcoming. The store is always tidy. The service is prompt.
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  • Ohana Gardens Delivery logo
    MED & REC
    Ohana Gardens Delivery
    4.1(11)
    Delivery
    Open until 9pm PT
    First timer. The website was easy to use. Great products. Our Delivery guy Chris went the extra mile to help us. I’ll be back.
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  • KannaXpress logo
    REC
    KannaXpress
    4.0(4)
    1 deal
    Delivery
    Pickup
    Open until 9pm PT
    I fell in love with the flavor of cherry gelato. It's a fruity, daytime, delight that doesn't hit you too hard to keep going. I'd say it even tastes better than normal cherry gelato. Top notch experience, got our order to us in 20 minutes. More people need to give these folks a chance. They're sweethearts.
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  • Zen Leaf - Carson City (Med/Rec) logo
    MED & REC
    Zen Leaf - Carson City (Med/Rec)
    4.8(150)
    Pickup in under 30 mins
    Open until 10pm PT
    I had to switch numbers and I was told by another dispo in town that because my phone number was attached to my rewards, I had to spend all my rewards because they couldn’t transfer my points to the new number. I went to Zen and they requested the rewards transfer and it will be done in 24 hours! I almost never write reviews but the service I’ve had at zen is amazing and I’m very thankful for their help.
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  • The Sanctuary logo
    MED & REC
    The Sanctuary
    4.6(27)
    Delivery
    Pickup
    Open until 9pm PT
    My husband's go to dispensary. They have amazing service, great selection, and discounts for seniors and veterans. Staff our friendly, engaging, and it's just an all-around pleasure to deal with. Sanctuary's events are fun and my advice is to buy tickets online and get there early.
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  • Bract House Sonora Dispensary logo
    MED & REC
    Bract House Sonora Dispensary
    5.0(2)
    Open until 7pm PT
    Great service, great selection. Affordable prices. Fun deals throughout the week, also.
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  • Metro logo
    Metro
    5.0(1)
    Pickup
    Open until 9pm PT
  • Vibe Cannabis | Sacramento Dispensary logo
    MED & REC
    Vibe Cannabis | Sacramento Dispensary
    4.8(13)
    1 deal
    Pickup in under 30 mins
    Open until 9pm PT
    I came during a big sale on New Year’s Eve, the entire staff was friendly and gracious. Amazing products, thank you!
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  • Perfect Union Weed Dispensary Northside Sacramento logo
    MED & REC
    Perfect Union Weed Dispensary Northside Sacramento
    4.8(10)
    Pickup
    Open until 9pm PT
    This is by far the best place I've been to so far in the area. The shopping experience is one of the best I've been to. A lot of choices to choose from for your needs. I researched strains that are compatible for my needs. They had one strain that I knew I have used before in the form I was looking for, that meets compatibility for me and the other strain in the same form that I could try for a bargain price, to make sure it's what I could tolerate. Amazing set up on the way they allow you to shop and pick what works for you. Definitely my number 1 go to thus far.
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  • Jackpot La Vida logo
    MED & REC
    Jackpot La Vida
    Pickup
    Open until 9pm PT
  • Zen Garden South Sacramento logo
    MED & REC
    Zen Garden South Sacramento
    5.0(1)
    1 deal
    Pickup
    Open until 9pm PT
    I really like this place, the staff, and the atmosphere. I'd recommend this place to everyone I know.
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  • Perfect Union Weed Dispensary Eastside Sacramento logo
    MED & REC
    Perfect Union Weed Dispensary Eastside Sacramento
    4.7(7)
    Pickup in under 30 mins
    Open until 9pm PT
    I'm giving high stars because I'm satisfied with my product and service, but for the product "slow" sublingual listed on Leafly as 90mg thc and cbd for 7.99, it's actually a 15mg (0.17 fl oz) bottle. I don't think I was intentionally mislead, but that needs to be adjusted! All the same, fast and easy, good products, great staff. Right by UC Davis hospital and the 50 in terms of location.
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  • The Re-Up logo
    MED & REC
    The Re-Up
    4.8(101)
    6 deals
    Delivery
    Open until 10pm PT
    Great service if youre sorta in the area but not quite. Nikki is practically our dedicated delivery driver, and she always goes above and beyond! Awesome people and awesome products, I highly recommend it.
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  • Humble Root Delivery - Sacramento logo
    MED & REC
    Humble Root Delivery - Sacramento
    4.9(189)
    Delivery
    Open until 8:30pm PT
    Been using Humble Roit since legalization in CA by far the best service. Huge selection of many different cannabis products, great service, and fast delivery with nice delivery people.
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  • GoTreez / CaliTreez Delivery logo
    MED & REC
    GoTreez / CaliTreez Delivery
    5.0(8)
    1 deal
    Delivery
    Open until 10pm PT
    Loved the strains and respectable drivers always information you mine was mayo you rock
    read full review
  • Silver State Relief - Reno logo
    MED & REC
    Silver State Relief - Reno
    5.0(1)
    5 deals
    Pickup
    Open until 10pm PT
    Really great atmosphere and costs are always fair. The staff is always very helpful and will go the extra mile to see that your satisfied. Won't go anywhere else!!!
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  • Embarc - S. Lake Tahoe logo
    MED & REC
    Embarc - S. Lake Tahoe
    4.9(75)
    8 deals
    Pickup in under 30 mins
    Open until 10pm PT
    Always on the Ball.. Great People who will point you to the right product..As a Passport Club member the Deals are Outstanding.. Location, Location...
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  • SoL Cannabis logo
    MED & REC
    SoL Cannabis
    4.6(22)
    11 deals
    Delivery
    Pickup
    Open until 7pm PT
    10/10 experience every time I stop in. They have items priced appropriately for the value with much higher quality for said items than you'd find elsewhere... $10 for 1g of ORGANICALLY GROWN live resin dabs? $69 ounces? You can't beat it! Plus they're locally owned and operated, got to meet the owner Ed and he was super helpful! Won't shop anywhere else!
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  • Embarc - Sacramento logo
    REC
    Embarc - Sacramento
    4.5(10)
    7 deals
    Pickup
    Open until 9pm PT
    Sabian was my budtender and he was a very comforting presence and person to shop with. Brought the purchasing of my weed to a good vibe and chill person.
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What to expect from California dispensaries

California is home to over 800 licensed recreational cannabis dispensaries that serve medical patients and recreational customers throughout the state. As a pioneering cannabis state, Californians have enjoyed the perks of legalized recreational weed since 2016. Whether you're looking to understand the rules better or simply visiting the Golden State for pleasure, Leafly's dispensary experts put together the essential information you need to know before going to a dispensary in California.

California dispensary hours

Most weed dispensaries in California are open from 9 am to 9 pm. Dispensaries are allowed to operate seven days a week and often are open on holidays and during special events. You can verify the operating hours of your favorite California dispensary at any time using Leafly.com.

Items to bring

To enter a recreational dispensary in California, you must present a valid identification card, such as a driver's license, to verify you are at least 21 years old. California recreational dispensaries will accept an out-of-state driver's license if you visit from an outside state and want to buy weed. Dispensaries will not sell recreational cannabis to anyone under 21 years old and will verify your age by carding you at the door with an electronic card reader.

If you're a medical marijuana patient, you may bring your medical marijuana card and take advantage of the option to buy higher amounts of THC products than those without a medical card. However, California dispensaries will not accept out-of-state medical marijuana cards, but patients can still choose to purchase weed from recreational shops.

How to find legit dispensaries in California

People new to retail cannabis may wonder what makes a dispensary legitimate. Technically speaking, legit dispensaries are dispensaries that have a license to operate. Today, there are over 800 total licensed and legitimate dispensaries in California. You can see a list of adult-use dispensary licenses through the California Department of Cannabis Control or browse the top-rated dispensaries in California according to dispensary reviews on Leafly.

How to buy weed in California

California cannabis tax breakdown

Like most goods sold in the US, THC products are subject to certain taxes. Every state has unique laws regarding cannabis tax, including the Golden State. California Cannabis Tax laws include a 15% cannabis excise tax and a state retail sales tax of 7.25%. Additionally, there is an automatic local sales tax of up to 1%. California municipalities have the right to add a business tax of up to 15%. Customers shopping at California dispensaries should expect to pay 23-28% tax when buying THC products. Medical marijuana patients in California are not exempt from cannabis tax.

Cash-only. Credit cards, checks, and cryptocurrency are not accepted

Like other states that have legalized weed, California requires all cannabis purchases to be in cash. Fortunately, most cannabis shops have ATMs to allow you to withdraw money for a small fee. California dispensaries are cash-only because banks operate on the federal level where marijuana is still illegal, making banks unable to accept anything but cash from dispensaries. As a result, dispensaries in California do not accept personal checks, credit cards, debit cards, or cryptocurrency as forms of payment for cannabis products. Cannabis taxes are applied upon each checkout at a dispensary or may be applied electronically through an online ordering system like Leafly.

Where to consume weed in California

California has passed laws outlining where people can and cannot smoke weed. Essentially, California consumption laws state that you cannot consume cannabis in a public space. Therefore, there are only a few key locations where you are free to smoke and enjoy cannabis in California, including:

  • Inside a home that you own
  • Inside a home that you rent with the landlord's written permission
  • Inside a legal consumption lounge

How to transport weed in California

It's important to note that California has passed laws regarding the transportation of cannabis and consumption laws. To safely transport cannabis legally in California, your cannabis must meet the following requirements:

  • Cannabis must be transported by an adult aged 21 years old or older
  • The amount of cannabis transported may not exceed the legal possession limit of 28.5 grams of THC and 8 grams of concentrates

In California, it is illegal to drive under the influence of cannabis. The penalty for driving while under the influence of cannabis starts with 96 hours - 6 months of jail time and a fine ranging from $390-1,000. These fines continue to get steeper based on the first, second, or third offense. To comply with California cannabis laws, you should only have enough weed on you equal to or less than the legal possession limits.

History of weed in California

Originally a state built on agriculture, film, and tourism, California is now a leading center for industries like software, healthcare, tourism, and cannabis. The Golden State has one of the most progressive attitudes regarding recreational cannabis use, with grassroots efforts beginning as far back as 1996 when the state approved the Compassionate Use Act that allowed for the medical use of marijuana. Later in 2016, recreational marijuana was put on the ballot and passed by 56% of California voters, ushering in adult-use marijuana and recreational dispensaries across the state.

Types of weed products available in California

Recreational dispensaries in California offer a wide selection of cannabis products ranging in price, quality, potency, and unique cannabinoid combinations (Ex. high THC, low CBD). Cannabis products widely available in California dispensaries include cannabis flower, THC concentrates, THC edibles, cartridges, and pre-rolls.

But before you start shopping, make yourself familiar with California's cannabis purchase limits. While it's legal to possess up to 28.5 grams of cannabis, there are limits to how much you can purchase per day. If you visit a weed dispensary today in California, you can walk away with:

  • 1 ounce of flower (28.5 grams)
  • 8 grams of cannabis concentrates (edibles, oil, wax, shatter, rosin)

Frequently asked questions

Is it legal to buy weed in California?

Yes, both recreational and medical marijuana is legal in California. Get more information on California marijuana laws in Leafly's Legalization hub.

How old do I have to be to buy weed recreationally in California?

You must be 21 or older to purchase recreational marijuana in California.

Does California accept out-of-state medical cards?

Yes, California recognizes out-of-state medical marijuana cards. Additionally, any adult 21+ can purchase cannabis with valid ID.

Is weed decriminalized in California?

Yes, possession of small amounts of weed has been decriminalized in California.

How much weed can I buy in California?

In California, consumers can purchase 1 ounce (about 28.5 grams) of cannabis flower a day and up to 8 grams of concentrates and manufactured products (including edibles, oils, extracts and other products) a day.

When did weed become legal in California?

Recreational weed was legalized in California in 2016. Medical marijuana was legalized in 1996

How much does an ounce of weed cost in California?

California weed prices vary by location, strain, quality and other factors, but overall you can expect to pay between $100-300 per ounce.

How old do I have to be to get a medical card in California?

Medical marijuana is legal for patients age 18 or older in California. Those under 18 must have legal authorization from a parent or guardian.

What are the best dispensaries in California?

Look no further. Leafly’s list of California’s best dispensaries has you covered.

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