Pleasant Hill has gone to the dogs!

A dog stands on top of a hill at Sunol Regional Wilderness in Pleasant Hill, gazing out over the valley below. - Dogtrekker

Sunol Regional Wilderness. Photo by Kevin Noble on Unsplash.

Pleasant Hill, California is one of the most centrally located and pet-friendly destinations in the San Francisco Bay Area, making it a great home base for pet parents who are eager to explore all Northern California’s many attractions, including some mountainous parks where dogs can roam off leash. To begin, Pleasant Hill has its own canine global travel critic, Tshaka Zulu, who recently shared his unique perspectives on a journey to this Bay Area pet destination. Read more.

Outdoor activities and off-leash surprises

golden retriver dog stands on rocky overlook with valley view

Sunol Regional Wilderness. Photo by Kevin Noble on Unsplash.

Dogs with wanderlust love Pleasant Hill’s tree-lined trails and parks. Tshaka looks for grassy playgrounds with room to roam, Read more.

Seasonal delights at the Stanford Inn

Holiday welcome at Stanford Inn. Photo by Stanford Inn.

Autumn presents an ideal opportunity to explore California's North Coast. The Stanford Inn, nestled in picturesque Mendocino, invites guests and their dogs to experience a special retreat this holiday season.

Innkeepers Joan and Jeff Stanford mark more than 40 years of dog-friendly hospitality; and as DogTrekker recently observed while at the Inn, they are gearing up for the festive period with an array of seasonal decorations to greet visitors.

Explore what the Inn has to offer guests this holiday season!