Dog-friendly Pleasant Hill

Tshaka loves Pleasant Hill. Photo by Visit Pleasant Hill.

Welcome to the heart of it all – Pleasant Hill! In the sunny side of the San Francisco Bay Area, this charming community serves as the perfect base for your dog-friendly Northern California adventures.

With the wines of Napa, Sonoma, and Livermore Valleys within easy reach, the many park districts circling the city, and dog-friendly places to sleep after a day of sipping or hiking, Pleasant Hill is genuinely a Dog’s World!

Explore all the fun things you can do and see in and near Pleasant Hill below.

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Where to stay in Pleasant Hill

Pet-friendly hotels, cabins & vacation rentals

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Extended Stay Pleasant

Dogs are welcome at Extended Stay America Pleasant Hill - Buskirk Ave., a hotel designed especially for longer stays.

Homewood Suites Pleasant Hill

In Contra Costa County's Pleasant Hill, Homewood Suites by Hilton offers a welcoming retreat for both two-legged and four-legged guests. This modern, all-suite hotel is not just dog-friendly;…

Hyatt House Pleasant Hill

Hyatt House Pleasant Hill offers a delightful retreat in Northern California's East Bay area, welcoming both guests and their furry companions.

Pleasant Hill Inn

The dog-friendly Pleasant Hill Inn, situated in the East Bay in Contra Costa County, offers a peaceful retreat in the serene city of Pleasant Hill.

Residence Inn Pleasant Hill

Comfort meets convenience at Residence Inn Pleasant Hill. This dog-friendly extended-stay hotel offers a prime location near downtown, John F. Kennedy University, and the Sunvalley Shopping Center.

Where to eat & drink in Pleasant Hill

Restaurants, wineries & patios that welcome dogs

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Batter ‘N Icing

In the charming town of Pleasant Hill in Contra Costa County, Batter ‘N Icing is not just a bakery; it's a haven for cupcake enthusiasts and their furry…

Crescent Bistro

Crescent Bistro in Pleasant Hill is a charming and dog-friendly dining establishment that welcomes both two-legged and four-legged guests with open arms.

Five Guys

Located in downtown Pleasant Hill, Five Guys is not just a burger joint; it's a haven for burger enthusiasts and their furry companions.

Gotta Eatta Pita

Gotta Eatta Pita in Pleasant Hill is not just a place to satisfy your Mediterranean food cravings; it's a haven for dog owners looking to enjoy a delicious…

Jack’s Restaurant & Bar

Jack’s is a family-run business with a focus on genuine, old-school hospitality.

Trails, parks & water in Pleasant Hill

Hikes, dog parks, off-leash spots & beaches

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Briones Regional Park

Although Briones Regional Park is close to Pleasant Hill, Concord, Martinez, Lafayette and Walnut Creek, there are peaks within it from which you can see only park and…

California Canoe & Kayak

Dog-friendly California Canoe & Kayak is committed to providing safe and enjoyable classes and trips, and would love to help you discover and develop your paddlesport endeavors.

Contra Costa Canal Trail

As part of the East Bay Regional Park District which is one of the most dog-friendly park districts in California, dogs must be on a leash where posted…

Del Valle Regional Park

Please check Del Valle Regional Park website for cyanobacteria (toxic algae) warnings before your visit. Del Valle Regional Park, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, is…

Diablo Foothills Regional Park

Diablo Foothills Regional Park is the gateway to the parklands of Mount Diablo State Park and Walnut Creek Open Space.

Things to do in Pleasant Hill

Attractions & activities with your dog

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Briones Regional Park

Although Briones Regional Park is close to Pleasant Hill, Concord, Martinez, Lafayette and Walnut Creek, there are peaks within it from which you can see only park and…

Buchanan Field Airport

Buchanan Field boasts a recently renovated runway, premier aviation services and facilities, emergency response services, access to Bay Area transportation and business centers, and amenities to connect the…

Del Valle Regional Park

Please check Del Valle Regional Park website for cyanobacteria (toxic algae) warnings before your visit. Del Valle Regional Park, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, is…

Diablo Foothills Regional Park

Diablo Foothills Regional Park is the gateway to the parklands of Mount Diablo State Park and Walnut Creek Open Space.

East Bay Regional Park

The East Bay Regional Park District, 90 years young this year, spans Alameda and Contra Costa counties east of San Francisco with more than 125,000 acres in 73 parks and…