Featured canoes/river rafting
California Canoe & Kayak
Oakland
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.
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Martin Luther King Jr
Oakland
Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline is a dog-friendly 741-acre park leased from the Port of Oakland, protecting the remainder of a once-extensive marshland at San Leandro Bay.
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Russian River Adventures
Healdsburg
Yes! Russian River Adventures are inviting back adventurers on their all-day excursions. Russian River Adventures offers canoe rentals on the most secluded section of Russian River. The company’s custom-designed SOAR inflatable canoes are stable enough for the entire family.
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101 Surf Sports
San Rafael
Located in the vibrant city of San Rafael, 101 Surf Sports is a haven for water enthusiasts and their furry companions in the picturesque Marin County of the San Francisco Bay Area.
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Half Moon Bay
California Canoe & Kayak is a dog-friendly boat or houseboat experience in Half Moon Bay in California’s San Francisco Peninsula.
Read moreCloverdale River Park
Cloverdale
Cloverdale River Park runs along the west bank of the Russian River in northern Sonoma County.
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Forestville
The trail leads to a spectacular view, perfect for swimming and enjoying the scenery. Fishing is excellent but challenging. A great place to spend an enjoyable day.
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Santa Rosa
Embark on a memorable adventure with your furry companion at Getaway Adventures, where the beauty of Sonoma and Napa Valley awaits to be explored.
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Sonoma
The Hudeman Slough boat launch is located in the Carneros region of southeastern Sonoma County and provides paddlers access to the tidal waterways that link to San Pablo Bay.
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Napa
Napa Valley Paddle offers a unique and exciting way to experience the beauty of Napa Valley with your furry companion by your side.
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