Hikes near Central Valley
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American River Parkway
Sacramento
The American River Parkway is a greenbelt along the American River where leashed dogs are welcome.
Balsam Meadows SNO-Park
Shaver Lake
Balsam Meadows is located on the north side of Highway 168, east of Shaver Lake. Ideal for snow play. No snowmobiling allowed.
Coyote SNO-Park
Big Creek
Coyote SNO-Park is located on the north side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake. Recommended activities include cross-country skiing,…
Eastwood Sno-Park
Lakeshore
Eastwood is located on the east side of Highway 168 at Huntington Lake Road in Sierra National Forest, which maintains…
Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
Folsom
Located at the base of the Sierra foothills, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area offers opportunities for hiking, biking, running, camping,…
Hagan Community Park
Rancho Cordova
Hagan Community Park is the largest park within the Cordova Recreation & Park District with nearly 80 acres. It is…
Highway 108 SNO-Park
Strawberry
California State Highway 108 traverses the Sierra Nevada at an elevation of 9,628 feet and is subject to winter closure…
Huntington Lake
Lakeshore
Huntington Lake is a popular summer and winter recreation area. This beautiful high sierra lake provides wonderful opportunities for camping,…
Tamarack SNO-Park
Shaver Lake
Tamarack SNO-Park is located on the south side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake. Enjoy cross-country skiing, dog sledding,…
William Land Park
Sacramento
William Land Park is a sizable park offering many amenities, including a zoo, amphitheater, golf course & ball fields.
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Agoura Equestrian Center Connector Trail
Los Angeles
This trail provides a great connection from the Old Agoura Park equestrian-friendly parking lot to the trails in Cheeseboro Canyon. The trail…
American River Bend Park
Sacramento
American River Bend Park is one of Sacramento’s oldest county parks. A long central road paralleling the river links you…
Ancil Hoffman Park
Sacramento
Ancil Hoffman Park, dotted with ancient oaks and bordered on two sides by the American River, is home to the…
Bannon Creek Park
Sacramento
Sacramento's Bannon Creek Park has a 1.17 mile bike trail, dog park and picnic areas. The park has walking paths,…
Blackbird Park
Sacramento
Blackbird Park is a 9.9‐acre community park in the North Natomas area of Sacramento. The park features a community garden,…
Blue Ridge Trail North
Rumsey
This is not a trail for beginners. The terrain is rough and very steep. The best time to hike this…
Blue Ridge Trail South
Rumsey
The hike starts at the parking area at the headwaters of Fiske Creek and climbs about 200 feet up to…
Bodfish Preserve
Orinda
With its dream-like woodlands and footpaths that connect to nearby trails, the 7-acre Bodfish preserve is now known as a…
Clarksburg Branch Line Trail
West Sacramento
The Clarksburg Branch Line Trail in West Sacramento, Yolo County, is a 3.25-mile path that meanders along the former bed…
Craig’s Creek Trail (Smith River NRA)
Gasquet
(Before 2nd bridge and junction with Douglas ParkRoad/Howland Hill Road) Distance: 3.7 miles Elevation: 200-200 feet Difficulty: Moderate Drive time…
Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Park
Pilot Hill
Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Park is 1,418 scenic acres laced with 12 miles of dog-friendly hiking and riding trails leading…
Dave Moore Nature Area
Sacramento
One of the main features of the dog-friendly Dave Moore Nature Area is a loop trail about a mile long…
Discovery Park
Sacramento
Located beside I-5 in downtown Sacramento, Discovery Park is a 302-acre park with a 32-mile bike trail, ball fields, picnic…
Dry Creek Parkway
Sacramento
The Dry Creek Parkway provides boundless recreational opportunities for its surrounding communities including a golf course, horse trails, picnic facilities,…
El Dorado Trail (Camelia Lane Entry)
Sacramento
The El Dorado Trail stretches approximately 35 miles between Placerville and the Camino area of Northern California, offering a scenic…
El Dorado Trail (Missouri Flat Road Entry)
Sacramento
The El Dorado Trail stretches approximately 35 miles between Placerville and the Camino area of Northern California, offering a scenic…
El Dorado Trail (Mosquito Road Entry)
Sacramento
The El Dorado Trail stretches approximately 35 miles between Placerville and the Camino area of Northern California, offering a scenic…
Fiske Creek Trail
Rumsey
The Fiske Creek Trail is one of the best undiscovered gems in Yolo County. Breathtaking views of Blue Ridge, a…
Folsom Parkway Rail Trail
Sacramento
The dog-friendly Folsom Parkway Rail Trail spans from downtown Folsom to the Iron Point Light Rail station.
Frog Pond Trail
Rumsey
The Frog Pond Trail hike takes you through oak woodlands to a small pond. The pond is said to have some…
Gateway Oaks Trail
Sacramento
Dog-friendly Gateway Oaks Trail offers hikers an easy jaunt on a 3.5-mile out-and-back trail in Sacramento, California.
Gibson Ranch Regional Park
Elverta
Any day is a good day to experience the country at Gibson Ranch Regional Park. There are so many things to…
Glenbrook Park
Sacramento
Glenbrook Park is a 17.46 acre park in Sacramento with sports fields, playgrounds, picnic areas and a dog park.
Granite Regional Park
Sacramento
Granite Regional Park is an 80.45 acre park with picnic areas, BBQ grill, horseshoe pits, sport fields a skate park…
Gristmill Access Area
Sacramento
The Gristmill Access Area is primarily used by hikers, anglers, rafters, and boaters. Dogs are permitted provided they are leashed.
Heartland Dog Park
Gilroy
Heartland Dog Park is a fully fenced, off-leash dog park located within Hecker Pass Park on 3rd St. in Gilroy.
Heron Landing Community Park
Rancho Cordova
At just over 20 acres, Heron Landing Community Park offers visitors a variety of recreational amenities with its innovative features
Hinkle Creek Nature Area
Sacramento
Hinkle Creek Nature Area is a thirty-six-acre lot of pure nature. It consists of a stunning dog-friendly trail that coils…
Humbug-Willow Creek Trail
Sacramento
Covering nearly 15 miles, the Humbug-Willow Creek Trail system, accessible from many points in the city, is the most extensive…
Jacinto Creek Park
Sacramento
Jacinto Creek Park is in South Sacramento, adjacent to Irene B. West Elementary School. This 11.81 acre community park includes…
Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail
Sacramento
The Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail offers the best trail access in the Sacramento area. This dog-friendly trail winds from Folsom…
Lake Natoma
Sacramento
Lake Natoma, part of Folsom State Recreation Area, is the site of many rowing, sailing, sculling and outrigger canoe regattas…
Lake Natoma Loop Trail
Sacramento
Dog-friendly Lake Natoma Loop Trail spans 11 miles and has enough topography change to keep things interesting but not strenuous.
Lava Tube Trail
The lava tube is located about 5 miles east of Kelbaker Road on the unpaved and unsigned Aiken Mine Road.…
Levee Path
Sacramento
Levee Path is a dog-friendly 3.5-mile out-and-back trail from Sutter's Landing Regional Park in Sacramento, California.
Mather Regional Park
On land previously operated by the Air Force, Mather Regional Park has now become the home to a wide range…
McKinley Park
Sacramento
Sacramento's McKinley Park has more than 30 acres for you and your dog to explore. The park was built in…
Meccacopia Trail
Mecca
Level: Strenuous Elevation Gain: 300 ft. Hiking Time: 6 hours Trail Length: 14.5 miles Directions: Take I-10 several miles past…
Michael-David Winery
Lodi
“Michael-David Winery, founded by brothers Michael and David Phillips, stands as a testament to the family’s deep-rooted history in Lodi,…
Mill Creek Falls
Mineral
Mill Creek Falls, located in Mineral, Tehama County, within the Central Valley region, is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts…
North Natomas Regional Park
Sacramento
North Natomas Regional Park in Sacramento is a 212.31 acre park with sports fields, bikeways, bridges and large and small…
North Tahoe Regional Park
Tahoe Vista
In the serene beauty of Tahoe Vista, the North Tahoe Regional Park offers a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and their…
Oak Grove Regional Park
Stockton
Located in Stockton, Oak Grove Regional Park offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions in San…
Oak Parkway Trail
Sacramento
The dog-friendly Oak Parkway Trail stretches just over 2 miles through Folsom, a Sacramento suburb, connecting the eastern and western…
Olmstead Loop Trail
Sacramento
Olmstead Loop Trail parallels Hwy 49 on one side and the American River Canyon on the other, passing through open,…
Paradise Beach
Sacramento
Paradise Beach is located near California State University, Sacramento, on an oxbow bend in the river which creates a cove…
Putah Creek Reserve Trail
Davis
The trail is basically a long, relatively flat loop along the north side of Putah Creek. When on the trail, stay…
Rancheria Falls National Recreation Trail
Big Creek
This popular, well maintained trail along Rancheria Creek has about 900 feet of elevation gain starting from the trial head…
Rayhouse Road / Road 40 Trail
Rumsey
You start out by crossing the low water bridge, and turning right, following the road. Follow the road the entire…
Regency Community Park
Sacramento
Regency Community Park is a 41.67 acre joint-use park/detention basin in Sacramento.
River Bend Park
Sacramento
444-acre River Bend Park is one of Sacramento’s oldest county parks. A long central road paralleling the river links you…
Road 53 to Pierce Canyon Fall
Guinda
Be aware that while this is a public route of access, it does cross over private property. This means that if…
Rossmoor Bar
Sacramento
Rossmoor Bar is a peninsula, bordered on three sides by the American River. Located in Rancho Cordova, this park provides…
Sacramento River Parkway Trail
Sacramento
The dog-friendly Sacramento River Parkway Trail stretches for more than 9 miles along the Sacramento River, offering a delightful walk…
Salmon Falls & Darrington Trail
Sacramento
Embark on a pawsome adventure along this dog-friendly 15.7-mile out-and-back trail nestled near El Dorado Hills, California.
Sierra Trails RV Park
Mojave
Located two miles north of Highway 58 on Highway 14 in the Mojave area. Nearby attractions: Poppy Reserve, Red Rock…
Smittle Creek Trail
Woodland
The Smittle Creek Trail in Woodland, Yolo County, is a delightful 2.6-mile path that offers a leisurely stroll along the…
Stone Creek Community Park
Rancho Cordova
Stone Creek Community Park is one of Rancho Cordova's busiest parks and for good reason- it's packed with amenities the…
Sunrise Recreation Area
Rancho Cordova
Sunrise Recreation Area is a waterfront park with hiking and biking trails, river access and barbecue grills. The park is…
Sutter’s Landing Park
Sacramento
Sutter's Landing Park in Sacramento is a 166.83 acre park with multi-use trails, basketball and bocce ball courts, and a…
Tanzanite Community Park
Sacramento
Tanzanite Community Park is a a 31.26 acre park in Sacramento with sports fields, a dog park, playground, skate park…
The Johnny Cash Trail
Sacramento
On October 4th, 2014, the City of Folsom proudly opened Phase I of The Johnny Cash Trail – a 1.2-mile…
Town & Country Trailer Park
Sacramento
Town & Country Trailer Park in Sacramento, Sacramento County, offers clean, shady spaces perfect for overnight stays. Conveniently located off…
Trail of 100 Giants
Springville
Feeling tiny among giants. Photo Credit: ziggy_surfdog Trail of 100 Giants is an easy, accessible walk through Long Meadow Grove, one…
Two Rivers Trail
Sacramento
wo Rivers Trails is a 1.7-mile long dog-friendly paved bike path that runs adjacent to the American River.
University Park Discovery Trail
Stockton
The Discovery Trail features over a dozen stops that highlight art in public places, the rose garden, and lake with…
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…
Valley Oak Park
Sacramento
Valley Oak Park is a 8.69 acre park in Sacramento with 2 dog parks, jogging and bike trails and picnic…
White Rock Community Park
Rancho Cordova
White Rock Community Park is located across the street from White Rock Elementary School in Rancho Cordova. Updated in 2011,
Woodward Park
Fresno
Woodward Park is a the biggest park in Fresno County spanning 300-acres. The park includes five miles of trails, an…
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
Sacramento
On Interstate 80 at the Yolo Causeway between Davis and Sacramento, you will see signs identifying the dog-friendly Vic Fazio…