Dog-Friendly Parks near San Francisco Bay Area

Thornewood Open Space

Woodside

Conveniently located in the hills above the Town of Woodside and ideally situated for a quick morning or afternoon getaway, Thornewood Open Space Preserve is a 167-acre preserve offering easy hikes or horseback rides through beautiful surroundings.

Three Meadows Trail

Sonoma

This level and easy trail wind through mature trees, expansive meadows, and the remnants of a historic orchard, providing a tranquil setting for leisurely strolls with your furry companion.

Tiburon Bike Path

Tiburon

If you're seeking a serene rail-trail experience in Marin County with breathtaking vistas of San Francisco Bay and Mt. Tamalpais, the Tiburon Bike Path, also known as Tiburon Linear Park, is the ideal destination.

Tiburon Ridge Open Space

Corte Madera

Marin County Parks Open Space Leash Policy: Dogs on leash are welcome to enjoy trails. Dogs are allowed off-leash under strict voice control on fire protection roads. Please follow posted rules.

Tiburon Uplands Nature

Tiburon

Marin County Parks Open Space Leash Policy: Dogs on leash are welcome to enjoy trails. Dogs are allowed off-leash under strict voice control on fire protection roads. Please follow posted rules.

Timberhill Park Trail

Napa

The Timberhill Park Trail in Napa, Napa County, California, is a delightful dog-friendly outdoor escape for both locals and visitors. This easy 1.4-mile out-and-back trail offers a serene setting for leisurely walks with your furry companion.

Trancas Crossing Park

Napa

Trancas Crossing Park in north Napa, California, spans 33 acres, offering a serene urban escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.

Twin Peaks

San Francisco

Twin Peaks in San Francisco stands as the second-highest peak in the area at 922 feet high, just after Mt. Davidson. It's dog-friendly, making it a great...

Ulistac Natural Area

Santa Clara

All dogs must be kept on a 6 ft. leash at all times within Ulistac Natural Area. Please be aware that there is foxtail grass at Ulistac, and this can cause a problem for dogs.

Union Point Park

Oakland

Union Point Park is a dog-friendly nine-acre waterfront park located near Coast Guard Island, just south of the Embarcadero.

Upper Douglass Dog Play Area

San Francisco

Upper Douglass Dog Play Area is a dog park in San Francisco County in California’s San Francisco Bay Area.

Upper Meadow Trail

Sonoma

Upper Meadow Trail is a versatile multi-use trail located within Maxwell Park in Sonoma, Sonoma County, California Wine Country.

Uvas Creek Levee Trail

Gilroy

“The Levee” is a nickname that locals use to refer to a paved jogging/biking path that runs from the Gilroy Sports Park all the way to Hecker Pass Highway/Highway 152.

Vasona Lake County Park

Los Gatos

Vasona Lake County Park, located in Los Gatos within the Santa Clara County region of the San Francisco Bay Area, spans 152 acres and is a beloved destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Verano Trail

Sonoma

Verano Trail, located within Maxwell Park in Sonoma, is a delightful addition to the dog-friendly outdoor offerings in Sonoma County, California Wine Country. This short, wheelchair-accessible packed dirt trail provides a scenic stroll for both two-legged and four-legged visitors alike.

Verissimo Hills

Novato

Marin County Parks Open Space Leash Policy: Dogs on leash are welcome to enjoy trails. Dogs are allowed off-leash under strict voice control on fire protection roads. Please follow posted rules.

Villa Dog Park

Healdsburg

Villa Dog Park is a dog park in Sonoma County in California’s San Francisco Bay Area.

Villa Montalvo

Saratoga

Villa Montalvo, managed by the Villa Montalvo Association in Saratoga, Santa Clara County, is a picturesque destination within the San Francisco Bay Area.