Featured parks
Big River State Beach
Mendocino
Big River State Beach is located on the south side of Mendocino, about 2 miles north of Little River. The west side of the beach is dog-friendly. Access the beach by vehicle from Highway 1, or by trails down the bluffs.
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Big River Trail
Mendocino
In 2002, Mendocino Land Trust completed the purchase and transfer of 7,334 acres around Big River to California State Parks. This includes a wonderful haul road that travels about 10 miles east to connect Big River Beach with Mendocino Woodlands State Park.
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Brewery Gulch Drive
Mendocino
Brewery Gulch Drive, located in Mendocino County, California, offers a picturesque stroll along the bluffs of Mendocino Bay. This serene trail, following the path of the old Highway 1, provides a tranquil escape for both humans and their furry companions.
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Mendocino Dog Park
Mendocino
The Mendocino Dog Park in Merced County, Central Valley, offers a serene retreat for furry companions. This charming park may be on the smaller side, but it provides a peaceful environment with fewer dogs sharing one fenced field.
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Mendocino Headlands State Park
Mendocino
Much photographed Mendocino Headlands State Park is one of few state parks to allow dogs on dirt trails.
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Russian Gulch State Park
Mendocino
Russian Gulch State Park and Beach in Mendocino, Mendocino County, California, offers a picturesque coastal escape where leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the sandy shores.
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Secret Trail to a Waterfall
Mendocino
This secret trail to a waterfall is an enchanting spot that is only a 20 minute walk off of County Road 409, between Mendocino and Fort Bragg. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet.
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Spring Ranch Trail
Mendocino
Spring Ranch trail is found the northwest corner of Van Damme State Park. This is a very lovely spot, offering spectacular views of the Pacific, and trails that wind above an interesting rocky intertidal shelf.
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Pups for the planet: leaving only paw prints
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