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Bolinas Ridge Trail
Bolinas
Leashed dogs welcome on this 11-mile Marin ridge trail through redwood forest and grassland, with views across Olema Valley to Tomales Bay.
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Bolinas
Carson Falls, located in Bolinas, Marin County, within the picturesque San Francisco Bay Area, offers a moderately strenuous out-and-back hike that promises stunning views of the falls, the bay, and Mt.
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Marin County’s best-kept secret that locals will deny exists
There are no signs to Bolinas — the locals keep taking them down. But if you find the turnoff from Highway 1, you'll discover off-leash beaches, secret waterfall hikes, and one of Marin's most dog-friendly towns.
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Dog’s guide to autumn: 5 Northern California day trips
Autumn in Northern California means cooler trails, colorful foliage and fewer crowds. These five dog-friendly day trips cover Apple Hill orchards, Gold Rush towns, ocean bluffs and redwood groves, each one perfect for a fall road trip with your pup.
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Discover California’s dog-friendly waterfalls: A nature lover’s guide
California has dozens of dog-friendly waterfalls worth visiting, from Alamere Falls cascading into the ocean at Point Reyes to Bridalveil Fall in Yosemite and hidden swimming holes in Shasta County. Leash up and go chase some mist.
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Muir Beach, Marin County
Muir Beach in Marin County is a sandy crescent bordered by bluffs where dogs under voice control can romp off-leash. It is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, with miles of trails and views of the bridge.
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Off-leash beaches for chasing waves
California's 840-mile coastline has some wonderful off-leash beaches for dogs who love chasing waves. From Mendocino's Seaside Beach to Carmel's famous strand, Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur and Coronado Dog Beach in San Diego, here are top picks by region.
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Samuel P. Taylor State Park
Samuel P. Taylor State Park in Marin offers dog-friendly camping, the five-mile Cross Marin Trail, and an ideal base for exploring nearby Point Reyes beaches. Hike the redwoods, then head to Kehoe Beach for a romp.
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