Trails near San Francisco Bay Area
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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…
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…
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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…
Alston Park
Napa
Hikers can explore broad swaths of open space offering beautiful views of Napa Valley vineyards, and dogs can run freely…
Alta Trail
Sausalito
The Alta Trail, located on the eastern side of the Marin Headlands in Sausalito, Marin County, offers a rewarding hiking…
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…
Andrews Park
Vacaville
Andrews Park is a spacious park in Vacaville that spans nearly 18 acres. The park is home to many events…
Antelope Lake-Taylor Lake Trail
Greenville
The Antelope Lake-Taylor Lake Trail, located near Greenville in the Santa Clara County area of the San Francisco Bay Area,…
Arastradero Creek Loop
Palo Alto
A nice mix of rolling grassland and broadleaf evergreen forest, this is a favorite for joggers and dog-walkers. The preserve…
Argyres Orchard
Camino
Argyres Orchard, located in Camino, El Dorado County, within the East Bay Area, invites visitors to enjoy a delightful apple…
Back Meadow Trail
Sonoma
Back Meadow Trail is a level, easy trail at Maxwell Park in Sonoma through mature trees, meadows and the remnants of a…
Bald Hill
Ross
Marin County Parks Open Space Leash Policy: Dogs on leash are welcome to enjoy trails. Dogs are allowed off-leash under…
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…
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…
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…
Bartholomew Estate Winery
Sonoma
Bartholomew Estate Winery is situated in the heart of the 375-acre Bartholomew Park in Sonoma. A visit to the winery…
Bartholomew Park Hike
Sonoma
The Bartholomew Park hike traverses a moderate to difficult trail on the grounds of dog-friendly Bartholomew Estate Winery.
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…
Bay Tree Trail
Sonoma
Bay Tree Trail is a level, easy trail at Maxwell Park in Sonoma through mature trees, meadows and the remnants of a…
Bayview Trail
San Pablo
With comfortably rocked paths, and friendly visits from the local wild life, the Bayview Trail will take you right along…
Bedwell Bayfront Park
Menlo Park
Dogs must remain on leash and under full control at all times at Bedwell Bayfront Park. Bedwell Bayfront Park is located at…
Beelard Park
Vacaville
Dog-friendly Beelard Park spans 5.2 acres between the Putah South Canal and Beelard Drive in Vacaville. Shade trees provide
Bernal Heights Park
San Francisco
In the heart of San Francisco, Bernal Heights Park offers a peaceful escape for dog owners and nature enthusiasts alike.…
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…
Black Point Coastal Access Trail
The Sea Ranch
Black Point Coastal Access Trail – 0.25 miles one way – crosses the bluffs to a curving, quarter-mile beach reached…
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…
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…
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…
California Coastal Trail – San Francisco
San Francisco
The California Coastal Trail (CCT) is a network of public trails for walkers, bikers, equestrians, wheelchair riders and others along…