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Walnut Creek, CA

Walnut Creek, CA

Where to stay in Walnut Creek

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Diablo Mountain Inn, a dog-friendly hotel in Walnut Creek, California

Diablo Mountain Inn

Diablo Mountain Inn has been welcoming visitors and business travelers to the charming town of Walnut Creek for over twenty years.

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Holiday Inn Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek

Holiday Inn Walnut Creek

Discover the allure of the East Bay Area at Holiday Inn Express Walnut Creek in Contra Costa County. This pet-friendly hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, blending…

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Motel 6 Walnut Creek, a dog-friendly hotel in Walnut Creek, California

Motel 6 Walnut Creek

Motel 6 Walnut Creek is a dog-friendly hotel in Walnut Creek in California’s San Francisco Bay Area, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.

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Where to eat & drink in Walnut Creek

Restaurants, wineries & patios that welcome dogs

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Baja Fresh Mexican Grill

Baja Fresh Mexican Grill in Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, East Bay Area, is a haven for Mexican food enthusiasts and their furry companions.

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Bierhaus, a dog-friendly bar in Walnut Creek, California

Bierhaus

Bierhaus, a German-inspired bierhaus in Walnut Creek, is a must-visit spot for both beer enthusiasts and dog lovers in Contra Costa County's East Bay Area.

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Broadrick Road House, Walnut Creek

Broadrick Road House

In the vibrant city of Walnut Creek in Contra Costa County, Broadrick Road House is a culinary gem that has evolved from its humble beginnings as a food…

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Denica's Real Food Kitchen, a dog-friendly restaurant in Walnut Creek, California

Denica’s Real Food Kitchen

Located in Walnut Creek, Denica’s Real Food Kitchen is a hidden gem for both food enthusiasts and dog owners alike.

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Gott’s Roadside Walnut Creek

Gott's Roadside Walnut Creek, located in Contra Costa County's East Bay Area, is a haven for food enthusiasts seeking California-inspired dishes made with locally sourced ingredients.

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Trails, parks & water in Walnut Creek

Hikes, dog parks, off-leash spots & beaches

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Briones Regional Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Concord, California

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…

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Diablo Foothills Regional Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Pleasant Hill, California

Diablo Foothills Regional Park

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

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Heather Farms Dog Park, a dog-friendly dog park in Walnut Creek, California

Heather Farms Dog Park

Heather Farms Dog Park in Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, East Bay Area, offers separate areas for Small Dogs and Large Dogs to play and socialize on a…

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Lime Ridge Open Space, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Concord, California

Lime Ridge Open Space

Lime Ridge Open Space, with trailheads and parking in both Concord and Walnut Creek, is located on the eastern edge of Walnut Creek on a dominant ridge leading…

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Shell Ridge Open Space, a dog-friendly park in Pleasant Hill, California

Shell Ridge Open Space

Shell Ridge Open Space in Pleasant Hill, Contra Costa County, within the East Bay Area, is a sprawling natural oasis managed by the City of Walnut Creek.

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Things to do in Walnut Creek

Attractions & activities with your dog

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Briones Regional Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Concord, California

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…

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Diablo Foothills Regional Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Pleasant Hill, California

Diablo Foothills Regional Park

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

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Local services in Walnut Creek

Vets, groomers & boarding

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Canine Rehabilitation Center, Walnut Creek

Canine Rehabilitation Center

The Canine Rehabilitation Center in Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, East Bay Area, is a premier destination for pet owners seeking top-notch Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation services for…

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Canyonwyck Kennels, a dog-friendly pet boarding facility in Walnut Creek, California

Canyonwyck Kennels

Canyonwyck Kennels, located in Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, in the East Bay Area, offers a range of top-notch services for your furry companion.

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East Bay Veterinary Emergency

East Bay Veterinary Emergency Walnut Creek in Contra Costa County's East Bay Area is a premier emergency pet care facility that prioritizes the well-being of your furry companions.

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Encina Veterinary Hospital

Encina Veterinary Hospital has been providing extraordinary pet care for the Walnut Creek and surrounding East Bay areas since 1977. They pride themselves on the exceptional client and…

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Four Paws

Four Paws, located in Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, East Bay Area, is a top choice for pet grooming services. With nationally certified master groomers who specialize in…

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Upcoming events in Walnut Creek

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Where to adopt a dog in the Bay Area

Where to adopt a dog in the Bay Area

The Bay Area has dozens of rescue groups across San Francisco, the East Bay, South Bay, Peninsula, North Bay, and Wine Country. We round up the shelters, breed-specific rescues, and senior dog sanctuaries ready to match you with your next trail partner.

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Discover dog-friendly Pleasant Hill

Discover dog-friendly Pleasant Hill

Pleasant Hill in Contra Costa County offers dog-friendly wineries, off-leash parks, scenic trails and a welcoming downtown with patio dining. Nearby regional parks and nature preserves round out a perfect East Bay outing with your pup.

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Welcome to spring – and the 2024 event season!

Welcome to spring – and the 2024 event season!

Spring kicks off a packed calendar of dog-friendly events across California, from the Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash and SF Giants Dog Days at Oracle Park to adoption fundraisers, costume contests, and brewery tasting tours. Here are our top picks through mid-summer.

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Pleasant Hill has gone to the dogs!

Pleasant Hill has gone to the dogs!

Pleasant Hill makes a fantastic Bay Area base camp for dog owners. With off-leash trails winding through Briones Regional Park's 6,250 oak-studded acres and welcoming hotels and restaurants downtown, this Contra Costa County gem has everything pups and people need.

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Animals on Broadway

Animals on Broadway

The Animal Rescue Foundation's Animals on Broadway fundraiser at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek features a pet walk, live music, food trucks, vendor booths, and pet adoptions. Proceeds support ARF's lifesaving programs for homeless Bay Area animals.

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Special events for you and your dog

Special events for you and your dog

Spring event season is here, and California's dog-loving community has plenty to look forward to. From the Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash to DogFest in San Francisco, these fundraisers and adoption events bring people and pups together for a great cause.

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