Dog-Friendly Hikes near Napa County

Featured hikes

Alston Park

Napa

Hikers can explore broad swaths of open space offering beautiful views of Napa Valley vineyards, and dogs can run freely on almost 30 off-leash acres at the top of this hilly, 157-acre park northwest of downtown Napa.

Long Canyon Trail

Napa

To get to Long Canyon Trail cross the gate at the corral and follow the old ranch road up Long Canyon. The route is fairly obvious, as it is the path of least resistance up the canyon.

Oat Hill Mine Trail

Calistoga

The 8.3 mile long Oat Hill Mine Trail follows the original route between Calistoga and the western end of Aetna Springs Road in Pope Valley. The old mercury mines are further to the north, and are not open to the public.

Pope Canyon Trail

Napa

This scenic trail follows the original Pope Canyon Road roadbed for about 1 1/2 miles until the roadbed disappears into the lake. The trailhead is 2.1 miles west along Pope Canyon Road from the Knoxville Road intersection.

Stebbins Cold Canyon Trail

Napa

The full hike is a 4 mile loop hike up Cold Canyon and then to the Blue Ridge with spectacular views of Lake Berryessa and the surrounding area.

The Petrified Forest

Calistoga

The Petrified Forest in Calistoga, Napa County, California, offers a captivating journey through time, transporting visitors back over 3 million years.

Moore Creek Park

St. Helena

Moore Creek Park encompasses 673 acres of canyon open space with perennial Moore Creek, and 900 acres of Oak Woodland on the northern side of Lake...

Napa Valley Vine Trail

Calistoga

The Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition is a grass-roots nonprofit with a vision to build a walking/biking trail system to connect the entire Napa Valley—physically, artistically, and culturally.

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.

Vineyard Trail behind Meritage

Vacaville

In Vacaville, Solano County, California Wine Country, the Vineyard Trail behind Meritage Resort and Spa offers a serene escape for both you and your furry companion.