The East Bay Regional Park District manages over 125,000 acres across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. From Point Isabel's off-leash shoreline to Mission Peak's steep summit climb, these are the regional parks every Bay Area dog should know.
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Northern California's coastline is packed with dog-friendly beaches worth visiting. From Baker Beach with its Golden Gate Bridge views to off-leash Carmel Beach and the sandy cliffs of Fort Funston, these spots are unforgettable.
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Great news for Bay Area dog owners. The East Bay Regional Park District has dropped dog fees in 2025, giving pups free access to 73 parks with 1,250 miles of trails across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Pleasant Hill makes…
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Tired of dating apps? California dog parks are becoming a popular, low-pressure way to meet fellow pet lovers. We weigh the pros and cons of finding romance while your pup plays fetch.
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This holiday season, support California's dog rescue and adoption organizations. From Napa Humane to Rocket Dog Rescue, here are our favorite groups working to give every pup a loving home.
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California leads the nation in dog parks, and these five stand out. From the 23-acre Point Isabel on San Francisco Bay to Runyon Canyon with Hollywood sign views, here are our top off-leash picks.
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The East Bay Regional Park District manages 65 parks spanning 114,000 acres with 1,200 miles of dog-friendly trails. Well-trained dogs can hike off-leash in many areas, from popular Point Isabel shoreline to the remote Ohlone Wilderness.
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The East Bay is rich with dog-friendly parks, from the volcanic trails at Sibley Reserve to off-leash romps at Point Isabel with Golden Gate views. Redwood Regional Park, Briones, and Shoreline Park round out the lineup.
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Blithedale Summit in Marin County Open Space offers a 6.6-mile loop where dogs can run off-leash on fire roads with sweeping views of Mount Tam, the Bay bridges, San Francisco, and the Pacific.
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