Other hikes
North trailhead
San Rafael
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.
Read moreOld St. Hilary’s Preserve
Tiburon
Old St. Hilary's Preserve, located in Tiburon within Marin County in the San Francisco Bay Area, offers a picturesque 1-mile loop trail with stunning views of San Francisco and the bay.
Read moreOursan Trail
Orinda
The Oursan Trail, located in Orinda, Contra Costa County, in the East Bay Area, offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions....
Read morePacheco Valle
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.
Read morePearsons-Arastradero Preserve
Palo Alto
Pearson-Arastradero Preserve is a beautiful mixture of rolling grassland and evergreen forest. It varies in elevation from 275 feet in the northeast to 775 feet in the southwest.
Read morePioneer Nature trail
Guerneville
Pioneer Nature Trl at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. 0.8 miles.
Read morePleasanton 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 from the west.
Read morePresidio of San Francisco
San Francisco
If you're looking for a scenic escape without leaving San Francisco, the Presidio is your go-to destination. With miles of dog-friendly trails, this historic park offers a unique blend of natural beauty and urban convenience.
Read moreRagle Ranch Regional Park
Sebastopol
Ragle Ranch Regional Park in west Sebastopol features sports fields, a playground, an off-leash dog park and group and individual picnic sites with barbecues. The park is noted for its oaks and includes backcountry trails along the prime bird-watching habitat of Atascadero Creek.
Read moreRockville Hills Regional Park
Fairfield
Rockville Hills Regional Park in Fairfield, Solano County, within the San Francisco Bay Area, spans 633 acres of picturesque grasslands and oak woodlands, complemented by a dense mixed broadleaf forest.
Read moreRoy’s Redwoods 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.
Read moreRush Creek Open Space Preserve
Novato
Rush Creek Open Space Preserve is dog-friendly preserve that allows leashed dogs on the trails. Located in northern Novato, the preserve can be seen from Highway 101. Broad, level Pinheiro Fire Road is popular with hikers, bikers, and equestrians.
Read moreSan Pedro Mountain
San Rafael
Trails from nearby parks lead to this ridge, which offers expansive views of forests & eagles. When viewed from southbound Highway 101, the forested slopes of San Pedro Ridge form an impressive backdrop to the Marin County Civic Center.
Read moreSanborn County Park
Saratoga
Hikers, picnickers, and RV & hike-in campers will find Sanborn Park has much to offer. For experienced hikers, Sanborn Park has over 22 miles of trails that showcase the geographic features of the park.
Read moreSanta Rosa Creek Trail
Santa Rosa
The 2.14 mile Santa Rosa Creek Trail starts at Willowside Road and heads eastward connecting the City of Santa Rosa's Prince Memorial Greenway into downtown Santa Rosa.
Read moreShollenberger Park
Petaluma
Shollenberger Park is a great place to spend a Saturday afternoon. The park has a 2.2-mile path for walking, running, walking the dog or biking through Alman Marsh to Petaluma Marina.
Read moreShoreline Access Path
Mill Valley
There’s a lovely but little known walkway that runs along the eastern and southern shore of the Strawberry peninsula.
Read moreShorttail Gulch Coastal Access
Bodega Bay
This steep coastal access trail leads to a spectacular view of hidden coves and rock formations. Fishing is excellent but challenging. A perfect place to spend an enjoyable day for picnicking, sightseeing and relaxation.
Read moreSir Francis Drake Bikeway
Nicasio
Sir Francis Drake Bikeway, also known as the Cross Marin Trail, is a picturesque rail-trail in Nicasio, Marin County, within the San Francisco Bay Area.
Read moreSonoma Bike Path
Sonoma
If you are attracted to the rolling, wine country landscapes and historical architecture of Sonoma Valley, the Sonoma Bike Path won't disappoint.
Read moreSonoma Valley Regional Park
Glen Ellen
Sonoma Valley Regional Park is in Sonoma Valley, near Glen Ellen. The 202-acre park features several miles of trails for dog-friendly hiking, bicycling and horseback riding.
Read moreSpring Lake Regional Park
Santa Rosa
Spring Lake Regional Park in Santa Rosa is one of Sonoma County's most popular parks, featuring dog-friendly trails, boating, camping and picnic areas.
Read moreStonewall Panoramic Trail
Berkeley
The Stonewall Panoramic Trail in Claremont Canyon, Berkeley, offers a challenging yet rewarding outdoor experience for hikers and their furry companions.
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