Hikes near East Bay Area
Featured hikes
Alameda Creek Regional Trail
Fremont
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District, dogs must be on leash in parking lots, developed areas and where…
Alamo Creek Park
Vacaville
At 9.5 acres, Alamo Creek Park in Vacaville has a lot to offer visitors, including dogs. The park is packed…
Albany Bulb Beach
Albany
Behind Golden Gate Fields racetrack, Albany Bulb Beach offers one of the few locations where dogs can romp in the
Anthony Chabot Regional Park
Castro Valley
Camping and a wealth of other outdoor activities are available only 20 minutes from downtown Oakland at the East Bay…
Big Break Regional Park
Oakley
Big Break Regional Shoreline, part of the so-called “Inland Coast” at the mouth of the massive San Francisco/San Joaquin river…
Bishop Ranch Regional Preserve
San Ramon
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park districts in California, dogs at…
Briones Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
Although Briones Regional Park is close to Pleasant Hill, Concord, Martinez, Lafayette and Walnut Creek, there are peaks within it…
Briones to Mount Diablo Regional Trail
Lafayette
The Briones to Mount Diablo Regional Trail connects Briones Regional Park and Mt. Diablo State Park, serving the communities of…
Brushy Peak Regional Preserve
Livermore
Brushy Peak Regional Preserve is part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park districts…
Carquinez Strait Regional Park
Martinez
Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline comprises 1,415 acres of bluffs and shoreline along Carquinez Scenic Drive between the town of Crockett…
Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve
Oakland
Dog-friendly Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve is a part of the dog-friendly East Bay Regional Park District.
Contra Costa Canal Trail
Pleasant Hill
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District which is one of the most dog-friendly park districts in California,
Contra Loma Regional Park
Antioch
Contra Loma Regional Park in Antioch, Contra Costa County, East Bay Area, is a sprawling 780-acre oasis offering a range…
Coyote Hills Regional Park
Fremont
Coyote Hills Regional Park, dedicated in 1967 and covering 1,266 acres along the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, offers…
Del Valle Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
Del Valle Regional Park, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, is a 5,000-acre park set amid oak-studded hills.
Diablo Foothills Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
Diablo Foothills Regional Park is the gateway to the parklands of Mount Diablo State Park and Walnut Creek Open Space.…
Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
Oakland
Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park's 1,829 acres also coast redwoods, evergreens, chaparral, and grasslands. Dogs on leash welcome.
East Bay Regional Park District
Pleasant Hill
For dogs and the humans who follow, the EBRPD is one of the most dog-friendly entities in the state of…
Five Canyons Open Space
Castro Valley
Discover the dog-friendly Five Canyons Open Space in Castro Valley, boasting over 300 acres of natural landscapes and five miles…
Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks
Hayward
Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park is part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park…
Hayward Regional Park
Hayward
Hayward Regional Shoreline, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, consists of 1,811 acres of salt, fresh, and brackish…
Iron Horse Regional Trail
Pleasant Hill
The dog-friendly Iron Horse Regional trail is a multi-use, whole-access trail between the cities of Concord and Pleasanton follows the…
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area
El Sobrante
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, offers a comfortable setting for either small…
Lafayette Reservoir Recreation Area
Lafayette
The Lafayette Recreation Area is a year-round, day-use park ideal for hiking, jogging, fishing, boating and picnicking, located off Highway…
Lake Chabot Regional Park
Castro Valley
The Lake Chabot Regional Park, reservoir, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, was built in 1874-75 as a…
Leona Canyon Regional Open Space Preserve
Oakland
Leona Canyon Regional Open Space Preserve, beautiful wooded canyon, is protected in this 290-acre parkland near Merritt College in Oakland.
Lime Ridge Open Space
Pleasant Hill
Lime Ridge Open Space, with trailheads and parking in both Concord and Walnut Creek, is located on the eastern edge…
Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Park
Oakland
Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline is a dog-friendly 741-acre park leased from the Port of Oakland. Dogs on leash…
Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline
Richmond
The 307-acre Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline in Richmond, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, offers a beautifully landscaped shoreline…
Mission Peak Regional Preserve
Fremont
Rising steeply to the east behind the city of Fremont, Mission and Monument peaks form a dramatic backdrop to the…
Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
Livermore
Most of the Morgan Territory Regional Preserve’s 4,708-acre park trails are named to commemorate indigenous peoples (Coyote, Fox and Eagle…
Ohlone Wilderness Regional Preserve
Fremont
You have to hike or ride horseback to see the Ohlone Wilderness Regional Preserve magnificent 9,737-acre parkland, accessible only by…
Oyster Bay Regional Park
San Leandro
Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline waterfront parkland is on the site of a former landfill is a work in progress popular…
Paso Nogal Open Space and Dog Park
Pleasant Hill
Paso Nogal Park features approximately 63 acres of scenic hiking trails (dogs on leash welcome), picnic areas and two fenced dog…
Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park
Fairfield
Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park spans 470 acres and is located on Pena Adobe Road just off Interstate 80 between Vacaville…
Point Isabel Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
There are beautiful views of the Golden Gate and Marin County from this landscaped, 23-acre dog park at the west…
Point Pinole Regional Shoreline
Pleasant Hill
The journey is as scenic as the destination at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline, a 2,315-acre parkland right next to densely…
Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area
Fremont
Part of the dog-friendly East Bay Regional Park District, Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area is a great destination for outdoor…
Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area
Pleasant Hill
Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area is a 266-acre park that includes an 80-acre lake, ample parking, picnic grounds and miles
Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve
Oakland
East Bay residents have a volcano in their backyard at Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve. Dogs are welcome to join you…
Sobrante Ridge Botanic Regional Preserve
Richmond
The Sobrante Ridge Botanic Regional Preserve’s 277-acre oak/bay parkland preserves the habitat of the extremely rare Alameda manzanita as well…
Sunol Regional Wilderness
Pleasant Hill
Bedrock mortars used by Native Americans for pounding acorns that were found in the area are reminders of Sunol’s first…
Ted and Kathy Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline
Martinez
At Ted and Kathy Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline, managed by the dog-friendly East Bay Regional Park District, there is an…
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Tilden Regional Park
Berkeley
One of the East Bay Regional Park District‘s three oldest parks, Charles Lee Tilden Regional Park has been called the…
Wildcat Canyon Regional Park
Richmond
Wildcat Canyon Regional Park encompasses 2,430 acres along the Wildcat Creek watershed and the surrounding hills and ridges. It is…
More hikes
Acalanes Ridge
Lafayette
While the 23-acre Acalanes Ridge is physically small compared to other John Muir Land Trust properties, it is of exponential…
Alamo Creek Bikeway
Vacaville
The Alamo Creek Bikeway is a shaded, dog-friendly path along Alamo Creek in Vacaville. The trail connects residents with several…
Andrews Park
Vacaville
Andrews Park is a spacious park in Vacaville that spans nearly 18 acres. The park is home to many events…
Argyres Orchard
Camino
Argyres Orchard, located in Camino, El Dorado County, within the East Bay Area, invites visitors to enjoy a delightful apple…
BART Linear Park
Concord
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Linear Park is located on Port Chicago Highway between Salvio Street and the North Concord BART Station…
Bayview Trail
San Pablo
With comfortably rocked paths, and friendly visits from the local wild life, the Bayview Trail will take you right along…
Beelard Park
Vacaville
Dog-friendly Beelard Park spans 5.2 acres between the Putah South Canal and Beelard Drive in Vacaville. Shade trees provide
Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve
Antioch
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park districts in California, dogs must…
Brazil Quarry Park
Concord
The 4-acre Brazil Quarry Park is at the end of Kent Way off Sutherland in Concord. This park includes an…
Browns Valley Open Space
Vacaville
Browns Valley Open Space provides multiple dog-friendly hiking trails and large boulders for rock climbing in Vacaville.
Browns Valley Park
Vacaville
Browns Valley Park spans 4.4 acres and includes a TGIFun youth building, play equipment for 2-5 year-olds, play equipment for…
Canyon View Trail
Sunol
This hiking trail in Sunol Regional Wilderness is suitable for the whole family. It leads through Jacob's Valley to the…
Centennial Park
Vacaville
Centennial Park consists of 265 acres of open and developed park space in Vacaville. The developed portion includes four baseball…
Corderos Park
Vacaville
Corderos Park, situated on Parkside Dr. in Vacaville, offers open grassy areas, shaded picnic tables, and a children's playground.
Dunn Trail Loop
Oakland
The Dunn Trail Loop, located in Oakland within Alameda County’s East Bay Area, is a scenic 3+ mile hiking trail…
Dutra Ranch
Martinez
The Franklin Hills represent an important wildlife corridor that allows animals to roam and thrive in natural habitat. By 2003,…
Eagles’ View Trail
Sunol
The Eagles’ View Trail is a great dog-friendly hiking trail is located inside of Sunol Regional Wilderness. You will see…
Fairmont Ridge
Castro Valley
Fairmont Ridge, located within Anthony Chabot Regional Park in the dog-friendly East Bay Regional Park District, offers a picturesque escape…
Fernandez Ranch
Martinez
Located just off Highway 4, between Hercules and Martinez, Fernandez Ranch offers stunning views, shaded hiking trails and a variety…
Finley Road Loop Jeremiah Trail
Clayton
Jeremiah Trail, located in Clayton, Contra Costa County, within the East Bay Area, is a challenging 8.4-mile loop that showcases…
Flag Hill Trail
Sunol
The dog-friendly Flag Hill trail is located inside of Sunol Regional Wilderness. It shows off beautiful views of the park, Alameda…
Franklin Canyon
Hercules
One of the most important projects ever undertaken by John Muir Land Trust, Franklin Canyon is a 483-acre property comprised…
Gustin Ranch
Martinez
To the north of Dutra Ranch lies Gustin Ranch – 80 acres of thick woods and grass-covered hills, offering sweeping…
Hampton Trail
Martinez
In the scenic countryside of Martinez, the Hampton Trail offers a delightful escape for dog owners seeking a leisurely stroll…
Highlands Park
Concord
Highlands Park is located next to Highlands School off the north side of Pine Hollow Road between Pennsylvania Boulevard and…
Hume Grove Loop
Vacaville
Hume Grove Loop is a dog-friendly, 1.4-mile loop trail in Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park that winds through Jack Hume Grove.
Indian Joe Creek Trail
Sunol
The Indian Joe Creek Trail is a great hiking trail is located inside of Sunol Regional Wilderness. There is a…
Iron Horse Park Trail
Concord
Iron Horse Park is located on Solano Way between Hilltop Road and Olivera Road in Concord. This .18-acre park features…
Joaquin Miller Park
Oakland
Enter dog-friendly Joaquin Miller Park and you will quickly forget that you are minutes away from the hustle and bustle…
Kings Canyon Loop
Moraga
The Kings Canyon Loop, located in Moraga, Contra Costa County, in the East Bay Area, is a picturesque trail that…
Lagoon Valley Loop
Vacaville
The dog-friendly Lagoon Valley Loop trail circles the lake at Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park in Vacaville. The loop is
Lagoon Valley Park Mtb Trail
Vacaville
Lagoon Valley Park Mtb Trail is a dog-friendly 7.5-mile loop trail at Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park in Vacaville.
Larsen Park
Vacaville
Larsen Park, also known as Larsen Fields, is primarily a sports field park with softball fields, but it also has…
Len Hester Park
Concord
Len Hester Park is located at the corner of Hookston Road and Hampton Drive in Concord.
Maguire Peaks Loop Trail
Sunol
This 4-mile loop in Sunol Regional Wilderness is the longest in the park and filled with fascinating sights.
Markham Nature Park and Arboretum
Concord
Markham Nature Park and Arboretum is a dog-friendly 17-acre island full of natural beauty near the heart of downtown Concord.
Middle Creek Falls Trail
McCloud
There are actually three levels to McCloud Falls: lower, middle and upper. There is a picnic area and swimming hole…
Montclair Railroad Trail
Oakland
The dog-friendly Montclair Railroad Trail connects to Redwood Park through the residential streets in the Montclair Hills.
Mulholland Ridge Open Space Preserve
Moraga
Mulholland Ridge Open Space Preserve Mulholland Ridge is a 250 acre open space area along Donald Drive on the boundary…
Nashe Mesto Park
Vacaville
Located on Honeysuckle Drive in charming Vacaville, Nashe Mesto Park is a medium-sized, dog-friendly neighborhood park.
Nelson Park
Vacaville
The Alamo Creek Bikeway runs through Nelson Park in Vacaville, making it ideal for dog walking. Located next to Vaca…
North Orchard Park
Vacaville
North Orchard Park is a hidden gem for dog lovers in Vacaville. Its main features include a basketball court and…
Oursan Trail
Orinda
The Oursan Trail, located in Orinda, Contra Costa County, in the East Bay Area, offers a serene escape for outdoor…
Padan Park
Vacaville
Padan Park is a neighborhood park in Vacaville that provides a wonderful spot for dog walking, with jogging paths/biking trails.
Patwin Park
Vacaville
Patwin Park is a small neighborhood park on Elmira Drive in Vacaville. The park has basketball courts, playground equipment,
Pena Adobe Hill
Vacaville
The dog-friendly Pena Adobe Hill trail is a 3.2 out-and-back trail in Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park just off
Pheasant Country Park
Vacaville
Pheasant Country Park is a small neighborhood park in Vacaville known for being safe, clean and well-maintained. Leashed dogs are…
Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park
Pleasanton
The Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park 5,271-acre open space is centered on an oak-covered ridge overlooking Pleasanton and the Livermore Valley…
Point Pinole Road
San Pablo
Does a view of the bay, access to play, picnic and fishing areas sound good to you? Then join the…
Rocky Hill Trail
Vacaville
Rocky Hill Trail offers dog walkers a short urban walk on a paved path in Vacaville. Pick up the trail…
Southside Bikeway
Vacaville
The dog-friendly Southside Bikeway connects downtown Vacaville via a former Sacramento Northern Railway corridor to the city's southern neighborhoods near…
Southwood Park
Vacaville
Southwood Park is a charming little park nestled in a Vacaville neighborhood. Alamo Creek runs behind the park,
Stonehurst
Martinez
A large parcel of 150 acres of pastoral land in Alhambra Valley was at risk of subdivision and development, but…
Stonewall Panoramic Trail
Berkeley
The Stonewall Panoramic Trail in Claremont Canyon, Berkeley, offers a challenging yet rewarding outdoor experience for hikers and their furry…
Stream Trail
Oakland
The Stream Trail is a beautiful scenic and shaded trail in Redwood Canyon for you and your dog. Most of…
Sycamore Grove Park Valley View Trail
Livermore
In 2015 a trail was added to turn this old, steep ranch road into a rewarding loop trail. Follow directions…
Sycamore Valley Short Ridge Trail
Danville
Located within the Sycamore Valley Open Space Preserve in Danville, the Sycamore Valley Short Ridge Trail is a popular destination…
Thylenanti Trail to Malaka Trail
Vacaville
Thylenanti Trail Loop is a dog-friendly loop trail in Vacaville's Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park. The loop is
Thylenanti Trail, Lagoon Tower Road and Jepson Loop Trail
Vacaville
Thylenanti Trail, Lagoon Tower Road and Jepson Loop Trail connect to make a dog-friendly loop trail in Vacaville's Pena Adobe/Lagoon…
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Vineyard Trail behind Meritage Resort and Spa
Vacaville
There are acres of hillside vineyards behind the Meritage Resort and Spa with a hiking trail for your dog
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Water Dog Lake Park
Belmont
Water Dog Lake Park in Belmont, Alameda County, East Bay Area, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry…
West Ridge Trail
Oakland
The dog-friendly West Ridge Trail offers a mixture of beautiful panoramic views and woods filled with redwoods.
Ygnacio Valley Park
Concord
The 9.5-acre Ygnacio Valley Park is located at the northeast corner of Oak Grove Road and David Avenue in Concord.