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Baker Beach
San Francisco
Dog-friendly Mile-long Baker Beach in San Francisco lies at the foot of the rugged cliffs on the western shoreline of the Presidio.
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Coit Tower
San Francisco
The grounds of Pioneer Park surrounding this iconic, fluted tower on Telegraph Hill provide 360-degree views, some of the most impressive in the city. Leashed dogs are allowed in the park but not inside the tower (which at any rate is closed for renovation through
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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.
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Fort Funston
San Francisco
Fort Funston, on the western edge of San Francisco, is a 200-foot high windy bluff offering some of the best hang-gliding opportunities in the country.
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Ghirardelli Square
San Francisco
Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco, located in San Francisco County within the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, is a must-visit destination for pet owners seeking dog-friendly attractions.
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Golden Gate Bridge
San Francisco
While you can't take your dog with you to walk on the bridge itself, you and your dog can enjoy great views from several perspectives at vista points on either end of the bridge and in the Marin Headlands.
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Mile Rock Beach
San Francisco
Mile Rock Beach in San Francisco offers a peaceful setting, perfect for a leisurely stroll with your dog while exploring the natural beauty of Lands End Park.
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Ocean Beach
San Francisco
Ocean Beach in San Francisco is the widest and longest expanse of sand on San Francisco’s shores, extending from the Cliff House to Fort Funston along the Pacific Ocean, and is adjacent to Golden Gate Park.
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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.
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Fort Mason
San Francisco
Fort Mason, located in San Francisco, is a renowned destination for dog owners seeking a picturesque spot to explore with their furry companions.
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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.
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San Francisco
Surrounded by a white picket fence and until recently shaded by ghostly Monterey pines, the pet cemetery is the final resting place for hundreds of loyal animals owned by soldiers and families stationed at this famous military post.
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San Francisco
Sutro Baths, the historic ruins of an opulent public bath house established in 1896, offer a captivating experience for dog owners exploring San Francisco.
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Leptospirosis in California dogs: a Bay Area owner’s guide
Leptospirosis is now a core canine vaccine, and Northern California — especially the Bay Area, North Coast, and Sierra foothills — is one of the higher-risk pockets in the country. What the latest peer-reviewed research says about the disease, the…
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Why Bay Area leash rules aren’t bureaucracy
The Bay Area is arguably the best urban dog-hiking region in America. Here's why its leash rules exist — and why following them protects access.
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Where to adopt a dog in the Bay Area
The Bay Area has dozens of rescue groups across San Francisco, the East Bay, South Bay, Peninsula, North Bay, and Wine Country. We round up the shelters, breed-specific rescues, and senior dog sanctuaries ready to match you with your next…
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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in the Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area offers one of the most extensive networks of accessible, dog-friendly trails in California. From the paved waterfront promenades of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area to the wide levee paths maintained by the East Bay…
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Dog-friendly patios in California: Your spring outdoor dining guide
Spring in California means one thing for dog owners: patio season is officially open. California legalized dogs on restaurant patios in 2014, and since then the dining scene for pup parents has only grown. Our statewide guide to dog-friendly outdoor…
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Best dog-friendly trails in California
California has more dog-friendly trails than any reasonable person could hike in a lifetime. We've narrowed it down to ten picks that deliver the best combination of scenery, dog access, and that post-hike feeling of having actually done something with…
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