Dog-Friendly Hikes near San Francisco Bay Area

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Albany Bulb Beach

Albany

Albany Bulb Beach, situated behind Golden Gate Fields racetrack along the Alameda County coast in California, is a haven for dog lovers seeking a waterfront adventure.

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.

Alto Bowl Open Space

Mill Valley

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.

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 Regional Park District's 5,067-acre Anthony Chabot Regional Park.

Back Meadow Trail

Sonoma

Back Meadow Trail at Maxwell Park in Sonoma, Sonoma County, California Wine Country offers a serene escape for both two-legged and four-legged visitors.

Baltimore Canyon Open Space

Larkspur

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.

Barbary Coast Trail

San Francisco

The Barbary Coast Trail is a San Francisco walking tour that connects the City’s most important historic sites, drawing you into a world of gold seekers and railroad barons, writers and visionaries, shanghiers and silver kings.

BART Linear Park

Concord

BART Linear Park in Concord, situated in Contra Costa County's East Bay Area, offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.

Bartholomew Estate Winery

Sonoma

Bartholomew Estate Winery is situated in the 375-acre Bartholomew Park in Sonoma.

Bartholomew Park Hike

Sonoma

The Bartholomew Park hike traverses a moderate to difficult trail on the grounds of dog-friendly Bartholomew Estate Winery. Explore the 3-mile trail within Bartholomew Park, taking in the duck pond and windmill, weaving through mature oaks, madrones, redwoods and vineyards, following wildflowers up the log

Bay Tree Trail

Sonoma

Bay Tree Trail is a serene, level path located within Maxwell Park in Sonoma, part of the beautiful Sonoma County, California Wine Country.

Black Point Coastal Access

The Sea Ranch

Sonoma County Regional Parks manages 6 public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community south of Gualala. Trails start at Highway 1 parking areas and cross bluff-top meadows and forests to rugged coastline.

Blithedale Summit Open Space

Mill Valley

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.

Bluff Top Sea Ranch Access

The Sea Ranch

Sonoma County Regional Parks manages the Bluff Top Sea Ranch Access Trail, one of six public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community located south of Gualala.

Brazil Quarry Park

Concord

Located in Concord, Contra Costa County, the 4-acre Brazil Quarry Park offers a serene escape for both locals and visitors in the East Bay Area.

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 from which you can see only park and watershed lands for miles in every direction.

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 in California.

Canyon View Trail

Sunol

The Canyon View Trail in Sunol Regional Wilderness is suitable for the whole family.

Cascade Canyon Falls Open

Fairfax

Marin County Parks Open Space Leash Policy: Dogs on leash are welcome to enjoy trails. Due to sensitive wildlife (endangered Foothill Yellow-Legged Frogs), dogs are not allowed off-leash or in the streams (neither are people) in this particular area.

Cataract Falls

Fairfax

Despite its strenuous nature, the 2.6-mile round trip to Cataract Falls on the north slope of Mount Tamalpais is definitely not the road less traveled.

Christmas Hill Park

Gilroy

Located in Gilroy, Santa Clara County, within the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, Christmas Hill Park is a sprawling 57-acre community park managed by the City of Gilroy.

Claremont Canyon Regional

Oakland

Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve is part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park districts in California. Note that dogs must be on a leash where posted and under full verbal control elsewhere.

Coastside Trail

Half Moon Bay

The Coastside Trail in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, is a picturesque coastal pathway that winds along the ocean bluffs, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.

Colgan Creek Trail

Santa Rosa

The Colgan Creek Trail in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, offers a delightful 1.2-mile path for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions to explore.

Corona Heights Park

San Francisco

Corona Heights Park is not just a great spot for panoramic views, wildflowers, and hiking; it also features an off-leash dog park, making it a fantastic destination for both you and your four-legged companion.

Corte Madera Creek Multi-Use

Kentfield

There’s a wonderful dog walking path in Kentfield that runs along Corte Madera Creek from Bon Air Road at the east end to the bridge crossing at Kent Middle School on the west (where Stadium Avenue deadends).

Coyote Lake Harvey Bear

Gilroy

Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park is a 6,695 acre regional recreation area, located in the hills east of Gilroy, CA. The park features a 449 acre lake for fishing and boating, campground, and hiking trails.

Crane Creek Regional Park

Santa Rosa

This 128 acre park features rolling grassland meadows and a seasonal creek in the Sonoma Valley foothills, east of Sonoma State University. The park's open space is bordered by stands of California Buckeye, White Alder, Black Oak and Maple.

Crissy Field

San Francisco

Crissy Field is a great place to enjoy with your dog in San Francisco. It used to be an airfield that belonged to the United States Army.

Del Valle Regional Park

Pleasant Hill

Please check Del Valle Regional Park website for cyanobacteria (toxic algae) warnings before your visit. Del Valle Regional Park, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, is a 5,000-acre park set amid oak-studded hills.

Devil’s Slide Coastal Trail

Pacifica

Devil's Slide Trail is a 1.3-mile paved multi-use trail converted from a former segment of Highway 1, giving hikers, runners, bicyclists, and equestrians access to the rocky heights of Devil's Slide above the Pacific Ocean.

Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood

Oakland

In the mid-1800s, what is now Dr.

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 chapparal, oak woodland, and grassland communities.

East Bay Regional Park

Pleasant Hill

The East Bay Regional Park District, 90 years young this year, spans Alameda and Contra Costa counties east of San Francisco with more than 125,000 acres in 73 parks and 1,250 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, nature study—and, of course, dog walking/hiking.

Ernie Smith Community Park

Sonoma

The park is named after Ernest Maynard "Ernie" Smith, one of the pioneers in live sports announcing from the mid-1920's into the 1950's.

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 for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions in Castro Valley, Alameda County.

Fairway Falls Open Space

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.

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 of trails, perfect for a day out with your furry friend.

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 Creek watershed and Calaveras Reservoir. You will see oak woodland and grassland communities; fossiliferous sandstone ourcrops.

Garin Dry Creek Pioneer

Hayward

Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park is part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park districts in California. Note that dogs must be on a leash where posted and under full verbal control elsewhere.

Gilroy Sports Park

Gilroy

Gilroy Sports Park, a sprawling 79-acre recreational haven in Gilroy, Santa Clara County, is a beloved destination for sports enthusiasts and families alike.

Gray Whale Cove Trail

Pacifica

Gray Whale Cove Trail climbs the coastal bluffs just south of Devil's Slide along Highway 1, offering some of the most dramatic ocean views on the San Mateo County coast.

Grizzly Island Wildlife Area

Suisun City

Grizzly Island Wildlife area consists of 8,600 acres in the 84,000-acre Suisun Marsh, largest contiguous estuarine marsh in the United States.

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 water marshes, seasonal wetlands and public trails. Cogswell Marsh, a 250-acre tidal marsh restoration and enhancement project, was completed in 1980.

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.

Hecker Pass Park

Gilroy

Hecker Pass Park, located in Gilroy, is a 3-acre recreational haven in Santa Clara County within the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area.

Highlands Park

Concord

Highlands Park is located next to Highlands School off the north side of Pine Hollow Road between Pennsylvania Boulevard and Louisiana Drive in Concord.

Homestead Trail Sonoma

Sonoma

Homestead Trail in Sonoma's Maxwell Park is a delightful multi-use trail perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.

Hood Mountain Regional Park

Santa Rosa

Hood Mountain Regional Park contains more than 19 miles of trails, the most extensive trail system within the Sonoma County Regional Parks system. Trails climb through mixed-conifer forests, over meadows, and cross several creeks, including the headwaters of Santa Rosa Creek.

Huddart Park

Woodside

Huddart Park is a scenic park and hiking destination in Woodside on California's San Francisco Peninsula.

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 ton of things for you and your dog to see on this trail!

Indian Tree Open Space

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.

Iron Horse Park Trail

Concord

This multi-use, whole-access trail between the cities of Concord and Pleasanton follows the Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way established in 1891 and abandoned in 1978.

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 of the city. Hikers, equestrians, bicyclists, joggers and picnickers from all over the Bay Area regularly frequent the 500-acre park.

Joe Rodota Trail

Santa Rosa

The Joe Rodota Trail is 7.5 miles of paved trail running between Santa Rosa and Sebastopol.

Laguna de Santa Rosa Trail

Santa Rosa

This 1.8-mile multi-use trail is open to hikers and equestrians and includes an overlook with benches and Laguna and vineyard views.

Laguna Salada Trail

Pacifica

Laguna Salada Trail in Pacifica is a gentle, scenic path that winds along the shore of Laguna Salada, a coastal lagoon set between Mori Point and the Pacifica neighborhoods near Linda Mar.

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 primary source of water for the East Bay. The 315-acre lake was closed to recreation for 91 years.

Leona Canyon Regional Open

Oakland

In the serene woodlands of Oakland, Leona Canyon Regional Open Space Preserve offers a tranquil escape for both two-legged and four-legged visitors alike.

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 of Walnut Creek on a dominant ridge leading to Mount Diablo.

Little Mountain

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.

Loma Alta Open Space

Fairfax

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.

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.

Maguire Peaks Loop Trail

Sunol

This 4-mile loop in Sunol Regional Wilderness is the longest in the park and filled with fascinating sights. It affords excellent views of San Antonio Reservoir, the Ohlone Wilderness and Mount Diablo.

Marin Headlands

Sausalito

You've seen the views a million times in photographs, but if you haven't soaked them up in person, well...don't forget your camera!

Martial Cottle Park

San Jose

Martial Cottle Park in San Jose, Santa Clara County, is a sprawling green oasis in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area.

Martin Luther King Jr

Oakland

Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline is a dog-friendly 741-acre park leased from the Port of Oakland, protecting the remainder of a once-extensive marshland at San Leandro Bay.

Milagra Ridge

Pacifica

On the windswept coast south of the City, Milagra Ridge offers views to the edge of the Pacific horizon. This scrub-covered ridgeline is critical habitat, home to Red-tailed Hawks and the endangered mission blue butterfly.

Mirada Surf

El Granada

Mirada Surf in Half Moon Bay is a 15-acre coastal bluff park that welcomes dogs on all paths as long as they are on leash.

Miwok Trail

Mill Valley

Miwok Trail, the only dog-friendly trail in Tennessee Valley, offers a rugged yet rewarding hiking experience in Mill Valley, Marin County, within the San Francisco Bay Area.

Morgan Territory Regional

Livermore

Most of the Morgan Territory Regional Preserve's 4,708-acre park trails are named to commemorate indigenous peoples (Coyote, Fox and Eagle trails), while other names refer to natural features (Valley View, Blue Oak and Highland Ridge trails).

Mori Point Trail

Pacifica

Mori Point is a scenic headland affording stunning views of the coast. It's accessible via an easy, three-mile trail with lots of interpretive signs and resting points along the way.

Mount Madonna County Park

Gilroy

Mount Madonna County Park is one of the most majestic of Santa Clara County's regional park and recreation areas.

Mount Tamalpais State Park

Mill Valley

In Mill Valley, Marin County, within the picturesque San Francisco Bay Area, Mount Tamalpais State Park offers a dog-friendly escape along the Old Stage Road. While most trails within Mt.

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.

Old Railroad Grade Trail

Mill Valley

The Old Railroad Grade trail/fire road from Mill Valley to the top of Mount Tamalpais follows the route of the "crookedest railroad in the world," which from 1896 until 1930 hauled tourists on scenic excursions.

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 with dog owners from surrounding communities.

Pebble Beach Coastal Access

The Sea Ranch

Sonoma County Regional Parks oversees six public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community located south of Gualala along the stunning California Coast.

Pedro Point Headlands

Pacifica

Pedro Point Headlands is a spectacular 246-acre preserve of dog-friendly wildlands tucked between Pacifica and Devil's Slide on the San Francisco Peninsula.

Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park

Vacaville

Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park, spanning 470 acres, offers a diverse range of amenities for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.

Phoenix Lake

Ross

No matter what kind of shape you are in, there is a hike at Phoenix Lake for you and your dog. This is also popular place for families and cyclists, but everyone seems to have a smile on.

Pinnacle Gulch Coastal Access

Bodega Bay

The Pinnacle Gulch Coastal Access Trail leads to a beautiful, quiet beach on Bodega Bay. Each access point is a steep, half-mile trail that leads to a spectacular view of hidden coves and rock formations.

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.

Presidio Tunnel Tops park

San Francisco

The Presidio Tunnel Tops is a dog-friendly great escape park in San Francisco – a beautiful 14-acre park at the center of the Presidio National Park featuring views, nature, and play.

Rancho Cañada del Oro

Morgan Hill

In the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains in South Santa Clara County lies the renowned Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve.

Ring Mountain Open Space

Corte Madera

This windswept ridge high atop the Tiburon Peninsula is truly one of the most valuable pieces of real estate on this planet.

Riverfront Regional Park

Healdsburg

Riverfront Regional Park in Healdsburg is a peaceful retreat for both dog owners and their pets, set along the scenic Russian River.

Rosa Vista Trailer Park

Santa Rosa

Rosa Vista Trailer Park, a dog-friendly RV Park in Santa Rosa, offers a serene retreat in Sonoma County, California Wine Country.

San Pedro Valley Park

Pacifica

San Pedro Valley Park is a scenic park and hiking destination in Pacifica on California's San Francisco Peninsula.

Santa Maria Beach

Point Reyes Station

Santa Maria Beach, located in Point Reyes National Seashore, is a serene coastal gem on Drakes Bay.

Sea Ranch Public Access Trails

The Sea Ranch

Shadow Cliffs Regional

Pleasant Hill

Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area, located in Pleasant Hill, Alameda County, in the East Bay Area, offers a delightful retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.

Shell Beach Coastal Access

The Sea Ranch

Sonoma County Regional Parks manages 6 public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community south of Gualala. One of these trails, the Shell Beach Coastal Access Trail, offers a picturesque 0.65-mile one-way journey through pines and coastal landscapes.

Sibley Volcanic Regional

Oakland

East Bay residents have a volcano in their backyard at Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, part of the dog-friendly East Bay Regional Park District. Dogs are welcome to join you on trails.

Sierra Azul Open Space

Los Gatos

Overlooking the town of Los Gatos and the south bay, Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve is the District's largest preserve, encompassing over 18,000 acres of mostly rugged and steep terrain.

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.

Stengel Beach Coastal Access

The Sea Ranch

Temporary Closure: Stengel Beach access is closed for stairway repairs. Sonoma County Regional Parks manages 6 public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community south of Gualala.

Stillwater Cove Regional Park

Jenner

This 210 acre park includes a campground with coin operated shower facilities and flush restrooms, and day use parking. There is a half-mile trail leading to the historic one-room Fort Ross Schoolhouse.

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 inhabitants.

Sycamore Grove Park Valley

Livermore

In 2015 a trail was added to turn this old, steep ranch road into a rewarding loop trail. Follow directions above but turn left onto Valley View Loop where Wagon Road Trail makes a hairpin turn.

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.

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 jewel of the system, and its recreational activities have become a happy tradition for generations of East Bay youngsters.

Walk On Beach Sea

The Sea Ranch

Sonoma County Regional Parks oversees 6 public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community located south of Gualala along the stunning California Coast.

Wavecrest Open Space Preserve

Half Moon Bay

With sweeping views of the Pacific, it's no wonder Wavecrest Open Space Preserve is a favorite for local dog walkers and hikers alike.

West County Regional Trail

Sebastopol

The West County Regional and Joe Rodota Trails offer a combined 14 miles of scenic paths perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and their leashed dogs.

White Hill Open Space Preserve

Fairfax

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.

Wunderlich County Park

Woodside

Wunderlich County Park is a scenic park and hiking destination in Woodside on California's San Francisco Peninsula.

Agents of Discovery at San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

San Francisco

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Bald Hill

Ross

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.

Bay Area Ridge Trail

San Francisco

More than 400 miles of Bay Area Ridge Trail, which eventually will stretch 550-plus miles around the Bay Area, are open for dogs and their people, equestrians and cyclists.

Bernal Heights Park

San Francisco

In San Francisco, Bernal Heights Park offers a peaceful escape for dog owners and nature enthusiasts alike. This is a place where the beauty of the surroundings speaks for itself.

Bird Walk Coastal Access Trail

Bodega Bay

The Bird Walk Coastal Access Trail offers those interested in viewing wildlife a unique opportunity to see a new side of Bodega Bay.

Bolinas Ridge Trail

Olema

The Bolinas Ridge Trail in Olema, Marin County, within the San Francisco Bay Area, offers a picturesque 10.5-mile trek with breathtaking views of Tomales Bay, Bolinas Lagoon, the Pacific Ocean, and expansive rolling landscapes.

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.

Brannan Island loop trail

Rio Vista

Brannan Island Loop Trl at Brannan Island State Recreation Area. 2.2 miles.

California Coastal Trail

San Francisco

The California Coastal Trail (CCT) is a network of public trails for walkers, bikers, equestrians, wheelchair riders and others along the 1,200-mile California coastline. It is currently more than half complete.

Camino Alto Open Space

Mill Valley

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.

Carson Falls

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.

Cloverdale River Park

Cloverdale

Cloverdale River Park runs along the west bank of the Russian River in northern Sonoma County.

Cross Marin Trail

Lagunitas

This scenic path, also known as the Sir Francis Drake Bikeway, follows the roadbed of the North Pacific Coast Railroad that once ran between Cazadero and Larkspur.

Cross Marin trail

Ross

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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 that starts at Roberts Recreation Area and winds through picturesque sections of Redwood Regional Park.

Dutra Ranch

Martinez

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East Ridge trail Connection

Guerneville

East Ridge Trail Connection at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. 0.1 miles.

Ecology Trail at the Presidio

San Francisco

The dog-friendly Ecology Trail at the Presidio is a 1.4 mile pathway in San Francisco with distinctive habitats from shaded forests to serpentine grasslands. Dogs are welcome on this trail as long as they are on leash.

Fernandez Ranch

Martinez

Located just off Highway 4, between Hercules and Martinez, Fernandez Ranch offers stunning views, shaded hiking trails and a variety of wildlife,...

Gary Giacomini Open Space

Woodacre

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.

Glen Canyon Park

San Francisco

Dog-friendly Glen Canyon Park is a 66.6-acre recreation area in San Francisco located off Elk Street and O’Shaughessy Boulevards in the Glen Park District. It's known for its colorful wildflowers in the spring and interesting chert rock formations.

Golden Gate Promenade

San Francisco

Visitors can enjoy the beautiful San Francisco Bay shoreline while dog walking, running, rollerblading, or biking the Golden Gate Promenade.

Golden Gate Trailer Park

Greenbrae

Located just off Highway 101 North of The Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Trailer Park is close to all the San Francisco area attractions, ferry terminals, and bus routes.

Gravity Car Road Trail

Mill Valley

Located in Mill Valley, Santa Barbara County, the Gravity Car Road Trail is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.

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