Featured dog parks
Greer Park
Palo Alto
Greer Park in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, is a 22-acre multipurpose park offering a fenced dog park for furry companions to roam and play freely.
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J. Pierce Mitchell dog park
Palo Alto
A fenced dog run can be found at J. Pierce Mitchell Park Dog Park, located within the expansive 21.4-acre district park in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area.
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Mitchell Park Dog Park
Palo Alto
Mitchell Park Dog Park is a well-loved off-leash destination for dogs and their owners in Palo Alto, California.
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Palo Alto
Peers Park Dog Park is a popular off-leash facility located in North Palo Alto at 1899 Park Boulevard. This fenced dog park provides a safe and welcoming space for dogs of all sizes to exercise, play, and socialize off leash.
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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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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…
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Catch a wave
Santa Cruz County's 29 miles of coastline include 15 dog-friendly beaches and a leash-free strand at Mitchell's Cove. Stroll West Cliff Drive for coastal views, hit the sand at Seabright Beach, or camp under the stars at Manresa State Beach.
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Why Bay Area leash rules aren’t bureaucracy
The Bay Area is arguably the best urban dog-hiking region in America. Here's why its leash rules exist — and why following them protects access.
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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in the Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area offers one of the most extensive networks of accessible, dog-friendly trails in California. From the paved waterfront promenades of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area to the wide levee paths maintained by the East Bay…
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DogTrekker® 15th anniversary
DogTrekker.com celebrates 15 years of helping California dog lovers travel together, supporting animal welfare groups and inspiring millions of readers since launching in June 2011. DogTrekker.com launched 15 years ago, guided by a mission to leave no dog behind --…
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