Welcome to Mendocino County, where adventure awaits both you and your furry companion! Discover a plethora of dog-friendly trails and all trails that cater to outdoor enthusiasts and their four-legged friends. From coastal paths with breathtaking ocean views to lush forests teeming with wildlife, there is something for every type of adventurer. These businesses roll out the red carpet for dogs and their owners, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all. So leash up your pup, grab your hiking boots, and embark on an unforgettable journey exploring the beauty of Mendocino County together.
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Belinda Point
This 0.7-mile long trail leads to Belinda Point, as well as a stairway down to a rocky pocket beach. The…
Big River Trail
In 2002, Mendocino Land Trust completed the purchase and transfer of 7,334 acres around Big River to California State Parks. This…
Brewery Gulch Drive
Brewery Gulch Drive, located in Mendocino County, California, offers a picturesque stroll along the bluffs of Mendocino Bay. This serene…
Caspar Uplands Trail
The Caspar Uplands trail’s north end is at Caspar State Beach, a much-loved pocket beach offering surfing, snorkeling, and picnicking. Just…
Chamberlain Creek Trail
The Chamberlain Creek Trail is half way between Fort Bragg and Willits on Hwy 20, in the middle of the…
City View Trail
City View trail is a dog-friendly hike in Ukiah with views of Ukiah Valley. Dogs are allowed on leash. Find…
Cooks Beach / Bonham Trail
Cooks Beach / Bonham Trail in Gualala, Mendocino County, California, offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry…
Cow Mountain Recreation Area
Named for the longhorn cattle that once roamed wild, the 52,000-acre Cow Mountain Recreation Area offers a variety of recreational…
Eastside Lake Trail
Eastside Lake Trail in Ukiah, Mendocino County, California Wine Country offers a picturesque outdoor experience for dog owners. Accessible from…
Forest History Trail
The Forest History Trail is a moderately easy 4 mile single track trail I is a beautiful, narrow trail that…
Fort Bragg Coastal Trail – Northern Section
Open to the public for the first time in over a century, the new coastal trails in Fort Bragg have…
Fort Bragg Coastal Trail – Southern Section
Open to the public for the first time in over a century, the new coastal trails in Fort Bragg have…
Gualala Bluff Trail
The Gualala Bluff Trail is a beautiful trail created and maintained by volunteers and the Redwood Coast Land Conservancy (RCLC). It…
Gualala Point Regional Park and Beach
The Gualala Point Regional park and beach is a 195-acre park on the Mendocino/Sonoma County line with a little bit…
Hare Creek Beach Trail
The Hare Creek Beach trail is a very sweet pocket beach owned by Mendocino Land Trust, located at the south…
Haul Road Recreation Trail
To access the Haul Road recreation trail, park your car in downtown Fort Bragg near the Pudding Creek Trestle, a…
Headlands Loop Trail
Dogs are allowed on the beach and headland trails west of Highway 1 within Jug Handle State Natural Reserve on…
Hearn Gulch Trail
The Hearn Gulch Trail, located in the southern Mendocino Coast’s “banana belt,” is a must-visit destination for dog owners exploring…
Jackson Demonstration State Forest
The Jackson Demonstration State Forest 50,000-acre tract has a long history of industrial logging activity, which began in 1862 and…
Lake Mendocino Recreation Area
Nestled in the picturesque hills of Mendocino County, Lake Mendocino Recreation Area offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and…
Little River Blowhole (Punchbowl) Trail
This trail is about 0.5 miles long, to the awesome Little River Blowhole and beyond to the bluff edge. The…
MacKerricher State Park
MacKerricher State Park is a rarity in the California State Parks system in that it is more dog-friendly than most.…
Mendocino Bay Viewpoint Trail
The Mendocino Bay Viewpoint trail is a short trail that offers fantastic views of the town of Mendocino to the…
Mendocino Headlands State Park
Much photographed Mendocino Headlands State Park is one of few state parks to allow dogs on dirt trails. Keep your…
Mendocino National Forest
The Mendocino National Forest straddles the eastern spur of the Coastal Mountain Range in northwestern California, just a three hour…
Moat to Ross Creek Coastal Trail
The Moat to Ross Creek Coastal Trail follows the bluff south to Ross Creek and the north end of Bowling…
Navarro Point Trail
The Navarro Point Trail, a 56-acre preserve managed by the Mendocino Land Trust (MLT), is a must-visit destination in Albion,…
Navarro River Redwoods State Park
After winding over rolling hills and through the Anderson Valley, motorists traveling along Highway 128 suddenly enter an eleven-mile-long redwood tunnel…
Newport Coastal Trail
The dog-friendly Newport Coastal Trail is a 1.2-mile long segment of the California Coastal Trail managed by the Mendocino Land…
Noyo Headlands Coastal Trail
Bikers, strollers, roller bladers, hikers, runners, families, and dogs on leash are welcome on the Noyo Headlands Coastal Trail.
Pelican Bluffs Preserve and Coastal Trail
The dog-friendly Pelican Bluffs Preserve and Coastal Trail, a 73-acre preserve south of Point Arena, offers spectacular ocean views.
Peter Douglas Trail
The Peter Douglas Trail is a 2.3-mile trail offering a wide variety of coastal experiences, including expansive views of Mendocino’s remote…
Pogie Point Campground
Pogie Point Campground in Potter Valley, Mendocino County, California Wine Country, offers a serene camping experience near the tranquil shores…
Point Arena Stornetta National Monument
In March 2014 President Obama signed a proclamation to establish the first shoreline addition to the California Coastal National Monument. The…
Pomo Bluffs Park
Pomo Bluffs Park, which opened in April 2006, encompasses 25 acres on the southern bluffs above Noyo Bay. The park
Russian Gulch State Park and Beach
Russian Gulch State Park and Beach in Mendocino, Mendocino County, California, offers a picturesque coastal escape where leashed dogs are…
Secret Trail to a Waterfall
This secret trail to a waterfall is an enchanting spot that is only a 20 minute walk off of County…
Shakota Trail
In the heart of Ukiah, Mendocino County, California Wine Country, adventurers can explore the scenic Shakota Trail. This 6-mile round…
Spring Ranch Trail
Spring Ranch trail is found the northwest corner of Van Damme State Park. This is a very lovely spot, offering spectacular…
Ten Mile Beach Trail
Park your car in downtown Fort Bragg near the Pudding Creek Trestle, a 515-foot-long former Union Lumber Company railroad bridge…
Van Damme State Park Campground
Van Damme State Park campground offers a scenic beach, a lush fern-filled forest and year-round camping. You may make camping…
Westport Headlands Trail
The Westport Headlands trail area is a community gathering spot with a rich history of past uses. In the past,…