Briones regional park, Pleasant Hill’s hidden gem

Briones Regional Park, Contra Costa County, California, USA.

DogTrekker followers are continually astonished by the wealth of possibilities offered by the 64 parks in the East Bay Regional Park District, Read more.

Unplug and explore with Concord as a dog-friendly base

Photo by @thedoodriley.

This East Bay community of Concord has a vibe all its own, not to mention reasonably priced lodging and all manner of indoor and outdoor places to explore with your dog by your side. It might be discovering a new brew while exploring the thriving craft beer scene, trying poke for the first time or making an excursion into a nearby slice of wine country you never knew existed. Read more.

Open space rambles for you and your dog

Dog carrying large branch in mouth on trail

Photo by Dan Barrett.

Concord and neighboring communities are surrounded by thousands of acres of protected open space cherished by locals and visitors alike. Read more.

Get a taste (and a sip) of the dog-friendly Delta

The San Joaquin-Sacramento River Delta (often referred to as the California Delta) is a maze of navigable waterways winding from Sacramento to the San Francisco Bay. Read more.

Best dog-friendly hiking near Concord

Briones Regional Park, Contra Costa County, California, USA.

The East Bay has a remarkable network of hiking trails, and Concord offers easy access from within the city limits, as well as several great dog hikes just a short hop away. Read more.