Featured parks
Phenix Community Dog Park
Benicia
Phenix Community Dog Park in Benicia, Solano County, California Coast, is a haven for furry companions seeking outdoor adventures.
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Benicia State Recreation Area
Benicia
Benicia State Recreation Area, located in Solano County along the California Coast, spans 720 acres of diverse landscapes, including marshes, grassy hillsides, and rocky beaches along the Carquinez Strait.
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A big bark for Sonoma’s bark park
Bartholomew Park Winery near Sonoma Plaza sits within a 400-acre preserve locals call Bart Park. Hike the 3-mile loop through oak hills and redwood groves, then spread a picnic overlooking the vineyards at this little-known Sonoma gem.
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Take a walk on the wave side
When the heat rises inland, the coast calls. Half Moon Bay's six-mile Coastside Trail, dog-friendly beaches at Montara and Bean Hollow, and patio dining with ocean views make it an ideal cool-weather escape with your pup.
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Day by the bay in Benicia
The waterfront town of Benicia on the Carquinez Strait charms dog owners with art galleries, off-leash shoreline stretches, and the Bay Area Ridge Trail. Grab a table with your pup at Sailor Jack's or First Street Cafe.
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Dog-friendly Sacramento River Delta: where to take your pup
If you're scouting a spring getaway that doesn't require a four-hour drive or a June reservation made in February, point the car east from the Bay Area toward the Sacramento River Delta.
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California’s best dog-friendly sports bars
Catch the big game with your dog at these 10 California sports bars, from Riddick's in Redding to spots in Big Bear, Fort Bragg and South Lake Tahoe. Few things are better than catching the big game with good friends…
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Vacaville: Your wine country HQ
Vacaville offers affordable, dog-friendly lodging just 30 minutes from Napa Valley and even closer to the laid-back Suisun Valley wine region. Between tastings, enjoy off-leash play at Lagoon Valley Dog Park and patio dining downtown. For wine lovers craving a…
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