Stockton has 9 dispensaries licensed by the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC). Anyone 21 or older with a valid government photo ID can buy, including visitors, and 8 Stockton licenses also serve medical patients 18 and older. Stockton is an early-morning town for cannabis: four of its stores open at 7 a.m.
San Joaquin County's largest city has a compact, well-reviewed market: Connected Stockton alone has about 3,000 Google reviews. The trade-off is the evening, since every Stockton store with posted hours closes at 8 p.m.
All 9 Licensed Dispensaries in Stockton, CA
North Stockton (95207, 95210 and 95212) has stores on Pacific Avenue, West Lane and Hammer Lane. The rest sit on North Wilson Way (95205), West Fremont Street (95203), Navy Drive (95206) and Highway 99 on the east side (95215).
North Stockton: Off The Charts Dispensary is at 3008 East Hammer Lane, and at 3706 East Hammer Lane, Packs holds the adult-use license while High Grade Retail Ventures 2 holds a medical-only license there. Coastal is on West Lane and Zen Garden Wellness is on Pacific Avenue.
Central, east and south Stockton: Connected Stockton is on North Wilson Way, Port City Alternative Of Stockton is on West Fremont Street, Embarc Stockton is on Highway 99 and ZaZa Boyz is on Navy Drive.
Best Stockton Dispensaries for Every Need
Based on public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026:
- Highest rated: Embarc Stockton (4.9 stars, about 300 reviews), Zen Garden Wellness (4.8, about 1,000), Connected Stockton (4.7, about 3,000) and Coastal (4.7, about 1,000).
- Most reviewed: Connected Stockton, then Packs (4.5, about 1,600) and Port City Alternative (4.5, about 1,300).
- Open earliest (7 a.m.): Coastal, Embarc Stockton, Port City Alternative and Off The Charts Dispensary.
- Open latest: Stockton stores in our data close at 8 p.m. Zen Garden Wellness opens latest, at 10 a.m.
- Medical patients: Every store except Packs carries a medicinal designation, and High Grade Retail Ventures 2 is medical only.
Visiting a Dispensary in Stockton: ID, Payment and Hours
- ID: An unexpired government photo ID showing you are 21 or older; out-of-state licenses and passports work.
- Hours: State rules allow sales from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Stockton stores mostly open at 7 or 8 a.m. and close at 8 p.m.
- Payment: Cash and debit are the norm. Credit cards are uncommon.
Stockton and California Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving
Adults 21 and older can buy up to 28.5 grams of non-concentrated cannabis, 8 grams of concentrate and 6 immature plants per day. Our California marijuana laws guide has the details.
- Public use: Using cannabis in parks, on downtown sidewalks or along the waterfront is an infraction with a fine of up to $100.
- Driving: No smoking or consuming cannabis while driving or riding in a vehicle, and no open packages in the passenger area.
Cannabis Taxes in Stockton
Every sale carries California's 15% cannabis excise tax plus state and local sales tax. Stockton also taxes cannabis businesses on their gross receipts: the city's cannabis business page lists a rate of 5% for storefront dispensaries and for delivery-only retailers, under Stockton Municipal Code 5.99.010. The business pays it, so it may be built into prices; your receipt shows every tax charged. See our cannabis prices by state report.
Medical Marijuana in Stockton
8 Stockton licenses allow medicinal sales. Patients 18 and older need a California physician's recommendation. With a state MMIC card and government ID, they skip sales and use tax, though the excise tax still applies.
Dispensaries Near Stockton
- Dispensaries in Tracy: 7 stores southwest in San Joaquin County.
- Dispensaries in Modesto: 18 stores south on Highway 99.
- Dispensaries in Sacramento: 51 stores north on I-5.
- Dispensaries in Antioch: 9 stores west across the Delta on Highway 4.
- Dispensaries in Turlock: 6 stores past Modesto on Highway 99.
Browse every city on our California dispensary directory.
Stockton Dispensary FAQ
Is weed legal in Stockton?
Yes. Adults 21 and older can buy at DCC-licensed Stockton stores and use cannabis on private property where the owner allows it.
How many dispensaries are in Stockton?
Our directory lists 9 DCC licenses in Stockton.
Can tourists buy weed in Stockton?
Yes. Visitors 21 and older can buy with an out-of-state driver's license or a passport.
What time do dispensaries close in Stockton?
At 8 p.m. at every Stockton store with posted hours.
Which Stockton dispensaries open at 7 a.m.?
Coastal, Embarc Stockton, Port City Alternative and Off The Charts Dispensary.
Do Stockton dispensaries take cards?
Most take cash and debit. Credit cards are rarely accepted.
How much weed can I buy in Stockton?
Up to 28.5 grams of flower, 8 grams of concentrate and 6 immature plants per day.
Where can I smoke weed in Stockton?
Only on private property where the owner allows it. Parks, the waterfront and vehicles are off limits.
Can I get weed delivered in Stockton?
Yes. California allows licensed delivery anywhere in the state between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.
What is the best dispensary in Stockton?
Embarc Stockton has the top rating at 4.9 stars, and Connected Stockton has the most reviews. See our ratings list above.
Is there a dispensary on Hammer Lane in Stockton?
Yes. Off The Charts Dispensary and Packs are both on East Hammer Lane in north Stockton.
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How we build this list: Store names, addresses, license numbers and designations come from the California Department of Cannabis Control's license list; ratings, review counts and hours come from public Google Maps data. We refresh it monthly.