Roll, stroll and sniff: California’s most wheelchair-accessible dog-friendly beaches

Sand is where good intentions go to get stuck. A boardwalk ends, the dunes begin, and suddenly a wheelchair, a walker or a 14-year-old dog…

Stay together on the San Francisco Peninsula

Traveling with your dog has never been easier or more enjoyable on the San Francisco Peninsula. From sleek, design-forward hotels in the heart of Silicon…

Splash hits: Summer delights for water-loving dogs

The dog days of summer are here! Got a pup who loves the water? California's rivers, lakes and coastal landscapes welcome four-legged family members with…

Fetch sun and sea on the San Francisco Peninsula

Home to 60+ miles of Pacific coastline and 30 miles of San Francisco Bay shores, The San Francisco Peninsula puts beach adventures in easy reach.…

Explore The San Francisco Peninsula – paws welcome!

Welcome to the San Francisco Peninsula — where family-friendly travel includes your four-legged companions. From scenic hiking trails and dog-friendly beaches to charming, walkable downtowns,…

Where dogs ride the waves

Held at Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica, along the Peninsula’s coast, the World Dog Surfing Championships showcases talented canine athletes

Best dog-friendly breweries and wineries on The Peninsula

Welcome to the San Francisco Peninsula — where family-friendly travel includes your four-legged companions. From scenic hiking trails and dog-friendly beaches to charming, walkable downtowns,…

Enjoy the outdoors – parks, trails, beaches and more

Exercise and social time are important for you and your pet to stay happy and healthy — The Peninsula makes it easy! With everything from…

Northern California coast trails, Pacifica to Bodega Bay

The Northern California coast between San Francisco and Bodega Bay is one of the best stretches of shoreline in the country to explore with a…

Dog-friendly Bay Area spring getaways under 2 hours

Five spring dog-friendly escapes under two hours from San Francisco or Oakland: Half Moon Bay and Pescadero, Healdsburg and the Russian River, Calistoga and upper…

Hop Dogma Brewing Company

Miramar Inn & Suites

Miramar Inn & Suites is a casual, budget-friendly option if you want easy access to Half Moon Bay without paying resort prices. Located near Miramar…

Pedro Point Headlands

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.

Francis Beach Campground

Francis Beach Campground in Half Moon Bay is a stunning coastal destination on the San Francisco Peninsula combining beachfront access with campground facilities. Leashed dogs…

BytheSea Inn

BytheSea Inn is a charming bed and breakfast on Main Street in Half Moon Bay welcoming dogs of any size.

Cafe Pacifica

Cafe Pacifica is a coastal coffee shop in Pacifica, California, that has become a favorite among dog owners for its generous outdoor patio and genuinely…

Cafe Society

Cafe Society is a charming artisan coffee shop on Main Street in Half Moon Bay that welcomes dog owners to enjoy their handcrafted beverages at…

Old Princeton Landing Public House and Grill

Old Princeton Landing Public House and Grill is a lively and welcoming restaurant in the Princeton-by-the-Sea harbor area of Half Moon Bay, and it is…

The Barn

The Barn is a dog-friendly burger joint located along the Cabrillo Highway in Half Moon Bay, making it an ideal pit stop for anyone exploring…

Chit Chat Cafe at the Pier

Chit Chat Cafe at the Pier is a coastal coffee shop perched right on the historic Pacifica Pier, offering stunning ocean views at any cafe…

Quality Inn Half Moon Bay/Miramar Beach

The Quality Inn Half Moon Bay/Miramar Beach is a dog-friendly hotel along the scenic Northern California coastline, offering pet-owning travelers a comfortable and convenient base…

Nantucket Whale Inn

The Nantucket Whale Inn is a bed and breakfast located at 779 Main Street in Half Moon Bay, offering dog owners a pet-friendly lodging option…

Rockaway Beach Brewery

Rockaway Beach Brewery in Pacifica is a coastal brewery that offers a thoroughly dog-friendly experience along the San Mateo County coast.

Humble Sea Brewing Co.

Humble Sea Brewing Co. in Pacifica is a craft beer destination that welcomes dogs and their owners.

Half Moon Bay Coffee Co

Half Moon Bay Coffee Co. is an inviting coffeehouse in downtown Half Moon Bay on Main Street.

Puerto 27 Restaurant

Puerto 27 is a celebrated Peruvian kitchen and pisco bar located at 525 Crespi Drive in Pacifica, set alongside the Pacifica Beach Hotel with stunning…

The Oceanfront Beach Villa

The Oceanfront Beach Villa is a boutique oceanfront retreat perched directly on the shores of Miramar Beach in Half Moon Bay, offering one of the…

Moss Beach Distillery

Moss Beach Distillery is a stunning oceanfront restaurant perched on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Moss Beach, California, and it happens to be…

Laguna Salada Trail

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…

Best-kept dog secrets on the San Francisco Peninsula

Beyond the tech campuses and tidy downtowns, the San Francisco Peninsula hides off-leash meadows, quiet bluffs and redwood trails that most visitors never find. These…

Best dog-friendly places to eat in San Mateo County

San Mateo County serves up some of California's best dog-friendly dining, from beachside lobster rolls at Sam's Chowder House to craft beer at Half Moon…

Explore the San Mateo coast like a pro

The San Mateo Coast packs 60 miles of rugged Pacific shoreline into one compact region, and much of it welcomes dogs. Expect off-leash beaches, tide…

Pacifica Esplanade Beach

Pacifica Esplanade Beach in Pacifica is a beautiful stretch of Pacific coastline on the San Francisco Peninsula where dogs can enjoy the sand, surf, and…

San Pedro Valley Park

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

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters is a beachfront cafe in Pacifica on the San Francisco Peninsula that has become a favorite gathering spot for locals, surfers,…

Cantina @ San Benito House

Cantina @ San Benito House is a dog-friendly restaurant in Half Moon Bay on California's San Francisco Peninsula.

Ketch Harbor Grill

Ketch Harbor Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant in Half Moon Bay on California's San Francisco Peninsula.

Flying Fish & Grill

Flying Fish and Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant in Half Moon Bay on California's San Francisco Peninsula.

Nick’s Rockaway

Nick's Rockaway is a dog-friendly restaurant in Pacifica on California's San Francisco Peninsula. The eatery welcomes dogs at its outdoor patio seating, making it easy…

Pacifica Dog Park

Pacifica Dog Park, officially known as Sanchez Dog Park, is the primary off-leash dog park serving the coastal community of Pacifica, California.

Planning a California coast trip around your dog

Planning a California coast trip around your dog isn't a compromise. From off-leash sand at Huntington Dog Beach to boutique inns in Mendocino, the Golden…

California’s best coastal dog-friendly towns

From Mendocino's Victorian headlands to Laguna Beach's gallery-lined streets, California's best coastal towns have quietly reshaped themselves around four-legged visitors. Expect water bowls at storefronts,…

California glampsites your dog will dig

A curated guide to California's top dog-friendly glamping escapes, from Mendocino Grove's safari tents under the redwoods to desert retreats and vineyard stays. Each property…

Glamping by the sea

Three DogTrekker-approved coastal glamping destinations where dogs are truly welcome. Mendocino Grove offers platform tents near the beach, Costanoa features eco-resort cabins, and each property…

Sea breezes and sand on the San Francisco Peninsula

Half Moon Bay on the San Francisco Peninsula is a natural getaway where dogs can romp on beaches, dine at patio restaurants with special pet…

Top dog-friendly beaches in California

California's coastline is full of amazing dog-friendly beaches. Fort Funston and Baker Beach in San Francisco, Montara State Beach, Kiva Beach at Lake Tahoe, and…

We love California state parks

California state parks offer wonderful outings for dogs and their owners. From the secluded sands of Bean Hollow State Beach to the trails of Hearst…

Breakers

Breakers Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch is a locally owned beachside cafe in Pacifica that welcomes dogs on its outdoor patio.

Pelican Point RV Park

Pelican Point RV Park, located in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, in the San Francisco Bay Area, offers a serene coastal retreat for RV…

Cooper loved to travel

Cooper the Lab mix lived ten adventure-packed years as an avid DogTrekker, from winery visits at Gundlach Bundschu in Sonoma to Shirley Canyon hikes at…

Put paws to GGNRA paths in San Mateo County

San Mateo County's GGNRA lands offer scenic coastal walks with your dog, from the dramatic headlands at Mori Point in Pacifica to the sweeping ridgeline…

Dog-friendly pumpkin patches in NorCal

Northern California has dog-friendly pumpkin patches worth a fall visit. Cool Patch Pumpkins in Dixon features the world's largest corn maze on 40 acres, while…

Inn at Rockaway

The Inn at Rockaway is a boutique hotel in the coastal town of Pacifica, just minutes from San Francisco.

Take a walk on the wave side

When the heat rises inland, the coast calls. Half Moon Bay's six-mile Coastside Trail, dog-friendly beaches at Montara and Bean Hollow, and patio dining with…

Pillar Point RV Park

Pillar Point RV Park is a dog-friendly campground in Half Moon Bay in California’s San Francisco Peninsula, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.

San Francisco RV Resort

San Francisco RV Resort in Pacifica is a dog-friendly coastal campground perched on a 60-foot bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, offering some of the most…

Companions in Waiting

Companions in Waiting, a 501(c)(3) California non-profit corporation established in 2007, has been a vital part of the Half Moon Bay community since 2003.

Let’s go coasting: Pacifica to Carmel

Highway 1 between Pacifica and Carmel packs 122 miles of dog-friendly beaches, coastal trails, and charming towns. Walk the Devil's Slide Trail, lunch seaside in…

Pacified in Pacifica

Pacifica offers six miles of coastline just over the hills from San Francisco, with leash-free beach romps, a spectacular hike to Mori Point, and thousands…

Rancho Corral de Tierra

Rancho Corral de Tierra is a dog-friendly park in Moss Beach in California’s San Francisco Peninsula.

Milagra Ridge

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,…

Pet Food Express Pacifica

Pet Food Express is one of the country's leading independent pet food and supply retailers. With stores located throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area,…

Cameron’s Pub, Restaurant

Cameron's Pub, Restaurant and Inn offers a British pub experience on the San Mateo coast in Half Moon Bay.

Half Moon Bay RV Park

The Half Moon Bay RV Park is clean, private, dog-friendly and accessible to the coastal trails and beaches for outdoor recreation.

Jean Lauer Trail

Jean Lauer Trail wanders the windswept heights of Pillar Point Bluff, offering scenic and accessible coastal hiking on the San Mateo County coast.

Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay welcomes dogs with off-leash beach time at Francis Beach, hidden coves at Montara, and five miles of coastal bluff trails. Pair your…

A Grape in the Fog

A Grape in the Fog is a charming wine bar in Pacifica, California, celebrating the best of coastal living and boutique wines from around the…

Mirada Surf

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.

Quarry Park

Quarry Park in El Granada is tucked into the hills of the San Mateo County coastside, offering dog owners an excellent outdoor experience on the…

Mavericks Beach

Mavericks Beach in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, is where the annual big wave surfing competition takes place, and dogs are welcome on-leash.

Poplar Beach

Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, along the California Coast, offers a serene escape for beach-loving dog owners. Visitors can take a…

Rockaway Beach

Rockaway Beach in Pacifica, located in San Mateo County along the California Coast, offers a range of activities for visitors. Dogs are allowed on-leash, making…

The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay

This retreat welcomes guests and their dogs to enjoy unparalleled comfort and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay provides a…

Pillar Point Bluff

Pillar Point Bluff in Moss Beach, San Mateo County, is a standout destination for outdoor enthusiasts and their dogs in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, located in Moss Beach within San Mateo County in the San Francisco Bay Area, offers a unique coastal experience for visitors and…

Wavecrest Open Space Preserve

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

Costanoa Lodge and Resort

Costanoa Lodge and Resort is a dog-friendly camp resort and lodge set between the Pacific Ocean and the coastal mountains of San Mateo, showcasing California's…

Pampered Pup

Pampered Pup, a doggie spa in Half Moon Bay, offers a range of services for your dog. This self-serve and full-serve grooming establishment is a…

Kibbles ‘n Gifts

Kibbles 'n Gifts, an established pet supply shop in Half Moon Bay and the Coastside region of San Mateo County, has been serving pet owners…

It’s Italia

It's Italia, located in Half Moon Bay in San Mateo County within the San Francisco Bay Area, offers a delightful Tuscan-style courtyard patio where...

Sam’s Chowder House

Located on a cliff with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean in Half Moon Bay, Sam's Chowder House is a top destination for seafood lovers…

Happy Tails

Happy Tails, located at Morgan Ranch in Montara, San Mateo County, in the San Francisco Bay Area, is the only full-service dog experience on the…

Klaws, Paws, and Hooves

Klaws, Paws, and Hooves is a dog boarding and pet sitting service in Montara in California’s San Francisco Peninsula.

Pacifica Pet Care

Pacifica Pet Care is a dog boarding and pet sitting service in Pacifica in California’s San Francisco Peninsula.

The Old Princeton Landing

The Old Princeton Landing is a dog-friendly bar and taproom in Half Moon Bay in California’s San Francisco Peninsula that welcomes well-behaved dogs, also offering…

Barbara’s Fish Trap

Located right on the harbor at 281 Capistrano Road in Half Moon Bay, Barbara's Fishtrap has been a coastal institution for decades, drawing locals and…

Pasta Moon

Pasta Moon in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, is a welcoming dining spot in the San Francisco Bay Area that gladly accommodates dogs.

Half Moon Bay Brewing Company

What started as some hops and a dream for a group of locals has become an award-winning restaurant and certified independent craft brewery right on…

La Costanera

La Costanera, located in Montara along the stunning San Mateo County coastline, warmly welcomes dogs on their outdoor patio year-round.

Miramar Beach Restaurant

The Miramar Beach Restaurant in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, is a historic restaurant that was originally designed and built as a prohibition speakeasy.…

High Tide Restaurant Cafe

High Tide Restaurant Cafe and Creperie, located in Pacifica, San Mateo County, is a dog-friendly dining spot in the scenic San Francisco Bay Area.

The Inn at Mavericks

Located in the village of Princeton-by-the-Sea just north of historic Half Moon Bay, The Inn at Mavericks offers a picturesque retreat for travelers and their…

Coastside Trail

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…

Gray Whale Cove Trail

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…

Butano State Park

Butano State Park is a dog-friendly park in Pescadero in California’s Shasta Cascade.

Pacifica State Beach/Linda Mar

The most popular and frequently visited beach in Pacifica is a picturesque three-quarter-mile crescent-shaped shoreline that serves as the northern gateway to the coastline stretching…

Montara State Beach

Montara State Beach is a popular location for visitors who enjoy exploring the beach tide pools or surf fishing.

Bean Hollow State Beach

This is one of the best dog-friendly beaches on the San Mateo coast.

McNee Ranch State Park

McNee Ranch State Park, on the southern flank of Montara Mountain, offers magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean and the San Mateo County coast.

Half Moon Bay Inn

Half Moon Bay Inn is an award-winning boutique property built in 1932, showcasing restored Spanish Revival architecture and luxurious dog-friendly rooms on the coast.

Vallemar Station

The Vallemar Station in Pacifica, San Mateo County, has a rich history dating back to its roots as a train station along the Ocean Shore…

Half Moon Bay dog park

The Half Moon Bay Coastside Dog Park is a popular spot on the San Mateo County coast for your dog to stretch their legs, socialize…

La Nebbia Winery

La Nebbia Winery, situated in the picturesque hills of Half Moon Bay, is a dog-friendly gem in the San Mateo County region of the San…

Santa’s Tree Farm

Santa's Tree Farm is a dog-friendly attraction in Half Moon Bay in California’s San Francisco Peninsula.

Rancho Siempre Verde Christmas

Rancho Siempre Verde Christmas Tree Farm in Pescadero, San Mateo County, within the San Francisco Bay Area, is a popular destination for families seeking a…

Mori Point Trail

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…

Sanchez Dog Park

Sanchez Dog Park in Pacifica, San Mateo County, is a well-maintained dog-friendly destination located behind the Pacifica Center for the Arts.

Devil’s Slide Coastal Trail

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…

Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge is a charming coastal retreat located in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, offering a resort-like experience just steps from the…

California Canoe & Kayak

California Canoe & Kayak is a dog-friendly boat or houseboat experience in Half Moon Bay in California’s San Francisco Peninsula.

Via Uno Restaurant

Via Uno Restaurant in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, offers a delectable journey through the culinary landscapes of Southern Italy.