California Cannabis Guide: Dispensaries, Delivery & Deals
California legalized medical cannabis in 1996 (Prop 215—the first state to do so) and recreational use in 2016 (Prop 64), with adult-use sales beginning January 2018. The state has the largest legal...
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California THC Delivery, Weed Deals & Cannabis Guides
California THC discovery built for real intent: shop by product, explore brands, compare delivery services, and find storefront options by city.
Overview
California legalized medical cannabis in 1996 (Prop 215—the first state to do so) and recreational use in 2016 (Prop 64), with adult-use sales beginning January 2018. The state has the largest legal cannabis market in the world.
Adults 21+ can purchase recreational cannabis. Medical patients (18+, or minors with caregiver) get tax benefits and higher possession limits.
TAXES ARE HIGH: 15% state excise tax + local taxes (varying by city) + sales tax. Total effective rate often 25-35% depending on location. LA can hit 35%+. Some cities have no local cannabis tax.
Delivery is legal statewide—even to areas that banned retail dispensaries. This is crucial as many cities opted out of allowing storefronts.
Possession: 1 oz flower / 8g concentrates (recreational). Medical patients: 8 oz or more with doctor recommendation.
Home cultivation: 6 plants per residence (recreational). Medical patients may grow more with recommendation.
California has a sophisticated market with legacy brands, craft cultivators, and corporate operations. Quality and selection are unmatched, though prices remain high due to taxes and regulations.
Legal Snapshot
| Category | Status |
|---|---|
| Recreational | Legal (21+, since 2018) |
| Medical | Yes (since 1996) |
| Possession (Rec) | 1 oz flower, 8g concentrates |
| Possession (Medical) | 8 oz+ with recommendation |
| Purchase Limit | 1 oz flower per transaction (rec) |
| Home Grow | 6 plants per residence |
| Delivery | Legal statewide |
| Public Consumption | Not permitted (some lounges exist) |
| State Excise Tax | 15% |
| Local Tax | Varies by city (0-10%+) |
| Sales Tax | 7.25%+ depending on county |
| Total Tax Range | 25-35%+ depending on location |
What People Actually Pay
FLOWER: Budget $20-35, Mid $35-50, Premium $50-70+/eighth
VAPES: $25-50 half-gram, $40-80 full-gram, live resin/rosin $50-90
PRE-ROLLS: Singles $8-20, Infused $15-35
EDIBLES: $15-30 per 100mg package
CONCENTRATES: $30-60/gram standard, $60-100+ premium hash rosin
TAXES: 25-35%+ total depending on city. Budget accordingly.
SAVINGS: Many dispensaries offer 15-20% off first purchase, daily deals, happy hours, loyalty programs. Check Weedmaps for current specials.
MEDICAL SAVINGS: Medical patients save 7.25%+ sales tax plus potential local tax exemptions.
CA TIP: Prices vary wildly by dispensary and region. Compare before buying. Delivery may have different pricing than storefront.
How Access & Delivery Work
Delivery is LEGAL throughout California—including cities that banned retail dispensaries. This is a key feature of California's system.
Many areas (especially conservative cities and unincorporated areas) have no dispensaries but can receive delivery. Services like Eaze, Amuse, and dispensary-direct delivery cover most of the state.
Delivery requires ID verification (21+ rec, 18+ medical with card). Drivers cannot carry more than $5,000 in product. Cash and cashless payments accepted depending on service.
Same-day delivery is common in metro areas. Rural areas may have next-day or scheduled delivery. Some services offer 1-hour delivery in LA, SF, and San Diego.
Medical patients often get priority delivery and tax savings.
Product Guides
California has the world's best cannabis selection. Budget: $20-35/eighth. Mid: $35-50. Premium: $50-70+. Top shelf from growers like Alien Labs, Connected, Cookies can exceed $70. Outdoor/greenhouse options offer value. Look for "smalls" or "popcorn" for savings.
Massive selection. Half-grams $25-50. Full-grams $40-80. Live resin/rosin carts $50-90. Brands: Stiiizy, Raw Garden, Friendly Farms, Select, Heavy Hitters, Bloom Farms, AbsoluteXtracts. Disposables popular.
Singles $8-20. Infused pre-rolls $15-35. Multi-packs available. Jeeter, STIIIZY, Lowell Smokes, Stone Road popular. Infused joints (hash, diamonds, rosin) are a CA specialty.
100mg THC max per package (recreational). 10mg per piece standard. Medical can access higher doses. Gummies, chocolates, drinks, mints. Kiva, PLUS, Wyld, Camino, Wana, Terra popular. Fast-acting nano options available.
California leads in concentrate innovation. Live resin, live rosin, diamonds, badder, sauce, hash rosin, cold cure. $30-80/gram. Premium hash rosin $60-100+. 710 Labs, Kalya, Papa's Select, Raw Garden, Friendly Farms top tier.
Full selection. $30-60 per bottle. Care By Design, Papa & Barkley, Proof popular. Multiple ratios (THC:CBD).
Non-psychoactive options widely available. $20-60. Papa & Barkley, Mary's Medicinals, Kush Queen.
California is hash heaven. Bubble hash, dry sift, temple balls, pressed hash. Traditional and modern preparations. $40-100/gram for premium.
Recommended Brands
FLOWER - Premium: Alien Labs, Connected, Cookies, Grandiflora, Compound Genetics, 710 Labs, Fig Farms, Ember Valley
FLOWER - Quality: CAM, Old Pal, STIIIZY, Lowell, Pacific Stone (value), Glass House (value)
VAPES: Stiiizy (pods), Raw Garden, Friendly Farms, Select, AbsoluteXtracts, Bloom Farms, Heavy Hitters
CONCENTRATES: 710 Labs, Kalya, Papa's Select, Raw Garden, Friendly Farms, WCC, Punch Extracts
EDIBLES: Kiva (Camino), PLUS, Wyld, Wana, Terra, CANN (drinks), Kikoko
PRE-ROLLS: Jeeter, STIIIZY, Lowell Smokes, Stone Road, Pacific Stone (value)
WELLNESS: Papa & Barkley, Care By Design, Mary's Medicinals
Frequently Asked Questions
Is recreational cannabis legal in California?
Yes. Adults 21+ can purchase from licensed dispensaries since January 2018.
What are cannabis taxes in California?
15% state excise + local taxes + sales tax. Total often 25-35% depending on city.
Is delivery legal?
Yes. Statewide, even to cities that banned dispensaries.
Can I consume in public?
No. Private property only. Some licensed lounges exist.
What about smoking in my car?
Illegal. No open containers. No consumption while driving or as passenger.
Can I take cannabis to Nevada/Oregon/Arizona?
NO. Federal crime to transport across state lines, even between legal states.
Why do some cities have no dispensaries?
Local governments can ban retail. Over half of CA cities/counties opted out. Use delivery.
How do I verify a dispensary is licensed?
Check cannabis.ca.gov for the state license search database.
What's the difference between rec and medical?
Medical patients: tax savings, higher possession limits, access to higher doses. Need doctor recommendation.
How do I get a medical card?
Online services like NuggMD, HelloMD offer quick consultations. ~$40-80.
Can I grow at home?
Yes. 6 plants per residence (recreational). Must be secured, not visible.
What about cannabis cafes/lounges?
Legal in some cities (West Hollywood, Palm Springs, SF pending). Limited but growing.
Are there purchase limits?
1 oz flower or 8g concentrates per transaction (recreational).
Can I bring cannabis on a plane in CA?
Airports are federal property. TSA follows federal law. Not recommended.
What about national parks?
Federal land = no cannabis. Yosemite, Joshua Tree, Death Valley, Redwoods—all prohibited.
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