East Bay Regional Park District

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Great news for Bay Area dog owners. The East Bay Regional Park District has dropped dog fees in 2025, giving pups free access to 73 parks with 1,250 miles of trails across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Pleasant Hill makes…

Spring dog adventures at East Bay Regional Park District

The East Bay Regional Park District spans 73 parks and over 1,250 miles of trails across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Spring brings wildflowers, green hills, and perfect conditions for hiking with your dog.

Hiking with your dog near Pleasant Hill

Now celebrating its 90th anniversary, the impressive East Bay Regional Park District spans more than 125,000 acres in Alameda and

Pleasant Hill has gone to the dogs!

Pleasant Hill makes a fantastic Bay Area base camp for dog owners. With off-leash trails winding through Briones Regional Park's 6,250 oak-studded acres and welcoming hotels and restaurants downtown, this Contra Costa County gem has everything pups and people need.

10 dog-friendly hiking trails in California

California's varied terrain offers incredible hiking for dogs and their people. This roundup covers 10 standout trails, from the rugged Black Butte summit in Shasta-Trinity to the wildflower-lined Mount Judah Loop near Truckee and waterfall hikes along the McCloud River.

Rattlesnake advisory summer 2023

As temperatures rise across California, rattlesnakes become more active on hiking trails. The East Bay Regional Park District shares essential safety tips for protecting yourself and your pup, including what to do if a snake bite occurs.

East Bay Regional Parks: closed areas off-limits to dogs

After severe storms caused downed trees, flooding, and mudslides, most East Bay Regional Parks closed for safety. The Park District urges visitors and their dogs to stay out of closed areas due to hidden hazards.

How to snag a dog-friendly camping rez

Snagging a dog-friendly campsite in California takes some strategy. From Reserve America to Recreation.gov to glamping options, here's where to search for reservations at public, private, and luxury campgrounds that welcome four-legged guests.

Nervous about your dog on a train? Start small

Not sure how your dog will handle a train ride? The miniature steam train at Tilden Regional Park in Berkeley makes a great test run. The park itself offers swimming, hiking, and a botanical garden across more than 2,000 acres.

Putting paws to paths around Concord

The East Bay Regional Parks District offers 125,000 acres of open space near Concord. Lime Ridge has 25 miles of dog-friendly trails, Briones features hilly canyons, and Mount Diablo rewards with one of the most expansive views in California.

Bark at the bots, but don’t give up

Bots are snatching up popular campsite reservations before humans can click, but don't give up. Try lesser-known campgrounds on public and private lands, go midweek, check for cancellations, or wait until after Labor Day when competition thins out considerably.

So, what’s to do with your dog in Concord?

Concord has plenty to get tails wagging, from off-leash romps at Baldwin Dog Park to miles of trails at Lime Ridge and Shell Ridge Open Space. Drive up Mount Diablo for panoramic views or cruise the Iron Horse Trail.