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San Carlos, CA

San Carlos, CA

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Where to stay in San Carlos

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Extended Stay America San Carlos

Extended Stay America San Carlos

Extended Stay America San Francisco – San Carlos is a practical option for travelers exploring the Peninsula with a dog. The hotel is designed for longer stays, so…

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Residence Inn Redwood City San, a dog-friendly hotel in San Carlos, California

Residence Inn Redwood City San Carlos

Residence Inn Redwood City San Carlos is an all-suite hotel located in San Carlos, CA, in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Where to eat & drink in San Carlos

Restaurants, wineries & patios that welcome dogs

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Devil’s Canyon Brewing, a dog-friendly bar in San Carlos, California

Devil’s Canyon Brewing

Open to the public during business hours for to-go growler fills and package sales. Beer Garden Friday is craft beer, live music, food trucks and a social good…

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Flying Suitcase Wines, a dog-friendly restaurant in San Carlos, California

Flying Suitcase Wines

Flying Suitcase Wines, located in San Carlos in the San Francisco Bay Area, offers a delightful wine-tasting experience without the need to travel to Wine Country.

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Johnston's Saltbox, a dog-friendly destination in San Carlos, California

Johnston’s Saltbox

Johnston's Saltbox is a dog-friendly restaurant in San Carlos on California's San Francisco Peninsula.

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Refuge, a dog-friendly restaurant in San Carlos, California

Refuge

Refuge, located in San Carlos, San Mateo County, in the San Francisco Bay Area, is a great destination for dog owners who want to enjoy Belgian beer and…

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Noelani’s Island Grill — Google Places photo

Noelani’s Island Grill

Noelani's Island Grill brings the warm, laid-back spirit of Hawaii to the charming downtown of San Carlos on the San Francisco Peninsula.

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Trails, parks & water in San Carlos

Hikes, dog parks, off-leash spots & beaches

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City Hall Dog Park, a dog-friendly dog park in San Mateo County, California

City Hall Dog Park

City Hall Dog Park in San Carlos offers a convenient, downtown off-leash experience for dogs and their owners on the San Francisco Peninsula.

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Big Canyon Park, a dog-friendly park in San Carlos, California

Big Canyon Park

Big Canyon Park is a dog-friendly park in San Carlos in California’s San Francisco Peninsula.

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City Dog Hall Park, a dog-friendly dog park in San Mateo County, California

City Dog Hall Park

City Hall Dog Park in San Carlos is a popular off-leash destination for dog owners on the San Francisco Peninsula.

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Heather Dog Exercise Area, a dog-friendly hiking trail in San Carlos, California

Heather Dog Exercise Area

Heather Dog Exercise Area in San Carlos, San Mateo County, is a premier off-leash dog area within the San Francisco Bay Area. This beloved spot attracts...

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Plugas Ridge Open Space Google Places photo

Plugas Ridge Open Space

Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve is a dog's paradise! Located in the hills above San Carlos and Redwood City, this 366-acre preserve is one of the few spots…

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Local services in San Carlos

Vets, groomers & boarding

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Bow Wow Meow Pet, a dog-friendly dog grooming salon in San Carlos, California

Bow Wow Meow Pet

Bow Wow Meow Pet Specialties and Grooming in San Carlos, San Mateo County, is a go-to destination for pet owners seeking quality grooming services and premium pet supplies…

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Holiday Kennels

Holiday Kennels is a trusted, family-owned dog boarding and grooming facility located at 221 Old County Road in San Carlos, California.

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Pet Food Express San Carlos, San Carlos

Pet Food Express San Carlos

Pet Food Express in San Carlos, San Mateo County, is one of the Bay Area's leading independent pet food and supply retailers.

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San Mateo Dog Training Club, San Carlos

San Mateo Dog Training Club

San Mateo Dog Training Club (SMDTC) in San Carlos, San Mateo County, is a licensed member of the American Kennel Club that has been providing dog training classes…

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Smilin Dogs Google Places photo

Smilin Dogs

Smilin Dogs is a full-service dog daycare, boarding, grooming, and adventure facility located at 251 Old County Road in San Carlos, California.

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More about San Carlos

Splash hits: Summer delights for water-loving dogs

Splash hits: Summer delights for water-loving dogs

The dog days of summer are here! Got a pup who loves the water? California's rivers, lakes and coastal landscapes welcome four-legged family members with paw-some adventures.

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Fetch sun and sea on the San Francisco Peninsula

Fetch sun and sea on the San Francisco Peninsula

Home to 60+ miles of Pacific coastline and 30 miles of San Francisco Bay shores, The San Francisco Peninsula puts beach adventures in easy reach. Conveniently located between Silicon Valley and the City by the Bay, this pup-focused destination features both city amenities and surprisingly…

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Explore The San Francisco Peninsula – paws welcome!

Explore The San Francisco Peninsula – paws welcome!

Welcome to the San Francisco Peninsula — where family-friendly travel includes your four-legged companions. From scenic hiking trails and dog-friendly beaches to charming, walkable downtowns, The Peninsula makes it easy to create memorable experiences with your pet by your side.

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Best dog-friendly breweries and wineries on The Peninsula

Best dog-friendly breweries and wineries on The Peninsula

Welcome to the San Francisco Peninsula — where family-friendly travel includes your four-legged companions. From scenic hiking trails and dog-friendly beaches to charming, walkable downtowns, The Peninsula makes it easy to create memorable experiences with your pet by your side.

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Enjoy the outdoors – parks, trails, beaches and more

Enjoy the outdoors – parks, trails, beaches and more

Exercise and social time are important for you and your pet to stay happy and healthy — The Peninsula makes it easy!  With everything from off-leash parks to scenic coastal trails, there’s no shortage of great places to explore together.From enclosed dog parks in San Carlos and San…

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Where to stay with your four-legged companion

Where to stay with your four-legged companion

Traveling with your dog has never been easier or more enjoyable on the San Francisco Peninsula.

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