Dallying in Davis
The 100-acre U.C. Davis Arboretum is a leafy retreat along the campus waterway, with globally themed gardens and plenty of fellow dog walkers. Let your pup run free at nearby Toad Hollow Dog Park afterward.
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Kayla takes on Blithedale Summit
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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Hiking Mount Tamalpais’s Old Railroad Grade with your dog
Follow the historic Old Railroad Grade 6.6 miles up Mount Tamalpais, tracing the route of the crookedest railway in the world. The smooth trail climbs 1,300 feet through redwoods to panoramic Bay Area views.
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Surf and woof
For a Valentine's day trip from the Bay Area, head to Point Reyes National Seashore for clear winter views and a beach romp with your dog. Stop at Nick's Cove for fresh oysters on the way back.
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Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay welcomes dogs with off-leash beach time at Francis Beach, hidden coves at Montara, and five miles of coastal bluff trails. Pair your sandy adventures with a meal at the dog-friendly Brewing Company patio.
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Paws to the path around Lake Tahoe
Hundreds of hiking trails ring Lake Tahoe, and most welcome dogs. Easy favorites include the stroll to Fallen Leaf Lake, the mile-long Cascade Falls trail near Emerald Bay, and the scenic Spooner Summit section of the Tahoe Rim Trail with…
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BADRAP: Oakland’s pit bull rescue and advocacy group
BADRAP, the Oakland-based pit bull rescue and advocacy group, has spent over two decades helping bully breeds land in loving homes. Known nationally for saving Michael Vick's dogs, they also offer free training classes.
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East Bay treats
The East Bay Regional Park District spans over 100,000 acres across 65 parks, with most areas open to dogs. Start at Tilden Regional Park in the Berkeley Hills for panoramic views and woodland trails.
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Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue
Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue finds homes for Labs in need across the Bay Area and Sacramento region. Whether a dog was surrendered or abandoned, the all-volunteer group carefully matches each Lab with the right forever family.
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San Francisco haunts
San Francisco's spookier side is surprisingly dog-friendly. Visit the Presidio Pet Cemetery with its 400-plus headstones, explore the crumbling ruins of Sutro Baths, paddle Stow Lake in Golden Gate Park, or join a Haunted Haight walking tour with your pup.
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Golden State Greyhound Adoption
Golden State Greyhound Adoption places retired racing greyhounds in Bay Area and Sacramento homes. These sweet, gentle dogs adapt well to home life after their track careers end, and volunteers foster each one until the right permanent family comes along.
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