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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Hike two miles up Mount Tamalpais to West Point Inn for a monthly pancake breakfast with sweeping views. Or head to Cavallo Point Lodge near the Golden Gate Bridge for trails and a dog-friendly patio restaurant.
Read moreMuir Beach in Marin County is a sandy crescent bordered by bluffs where dogs under voice control can romp off-leash. It is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, with miles of trails and views of the bridge.
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More than 12,000 acres of GGNRA land in the Marin Headlands offer long on-leash walks and off-leash beach romps within view of the Golden Gate Bridge. Rodeo Beach, Muir Beach, and Fort Baker top the list of dog-friendly favorites.
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Stinson Beach and Bolinas offer contrasting dog experiences in West Marin. Leashed dogs are welcome on Upton Beach at Stinson, while Bolinas Beach allows off-leash romps on a wide sandy stretch.
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