State of California Cannabis Dispensary Map

Sometimes the Leafly or Weedmaps dispensary maps are difficult to use for cannabis industry professionals or investors.

That’s why we created a custom interactive Google cannabis dispensary map from California Department of Cannabis Control’s own information.

Source: California Department of Cannabis Control

Data as of 4/7/2022

This map is for illustrative purposes only. We are not responsible for errors or omissions on this dispensary map.
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