Dog-Friendly Activities Near Rafael Meadows, CA, US

Red Hill Dog Park in San Anselmo, CA is pet friendly. This fenced-in dog park allows pups to play off leash. Located next to the community athletic fields, there are lots of places nearby to go for a walk with your pup after you're finished playing fetch. Inside the park, you'll find seats, shade, and water fountains, as well as tennis balls and a dog rinse area.

The NWP Railroad Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Corte Madera! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the NWP Railroad Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

McInnis Dog Park in San Rafael, CA is an unofficial off-leash dog park at the end of Smith Ranch Road. There are two areas separated by a road. The area on the right is for small dogs and the area on the left is for larger dogs.

Book Passage Bookstore is a pet-friendly shop in Corte Madera, CA. Book Passage has served the Bay Area for more than 40 years, providing the community with an array of author events, writing and language classes, and highly-respected annual conferences. This community bookstore welcomes leashed dogs inside. Check out their wide variety of books ranging from children’s literature to travel guides, from top-selling fiction to mystery novels.

China Camp State Park in San Rafael, CA welcomes leashed dogs at the campground and in the day use picnic areas, which also includes the beach. Unfortunately, like most parts of California, pets are not permitted on the trails at this state park. Other than Fido, there are lots of interesting animals in the area, including deer, squirrels, coyote, fox, bats, and a number of birds. The dog-friendly Miwok Meadows Picnic Area is home to BBQs, picnic tables, a horseshoe toss area, and chemical toilets.

Dogs are welcome to join you at Robson-Harrington Park, a lovely, pet-friendly public park in San Anselmo, CA. Enjoy the community gardens, walkways, outdoor fireplaces and green lawns.

Dawn Falls in Larkspur, CA welcomes leashed pets on designated hiking trails. This beautiful, pet-friendly park includes gorgeous waterfall views, bird watching and wildflowers for you and Fido to enjoy.

Take Fido for some exercise at the dog park located inside Piper Park in Larkspur, CA. The dog park features a large, fenced-in grassy area where dogs can run off leash. The dog park is located just past the soccer fields.

The Village at Corte Madera is an open-air shopping center in Corte Madera, CA, where Fido is welcome to join you. Enjoy some fresh air and sunshine as you walk with your leashed pup through the beautifully landscaped grounds of this pet-friendly mall that offers exceptional dining, entertainment and shopping.

Main County Mart is a dog-friendly shopping plaza in Larkspur, CA that allows leashed dogs to browse the stores with their owners. There is even a small dog park on site located before the Bed Bath & Beyond. Please ask before bringing Fido inside a store, as each business has its own pet policy.

Pets are welcome on-leash for a scenic and relaxing hike along Phoenix Lake in Ross, CA. The dog-friendly loop trail is a 2.8-mile single track that is open year-round for hiking, walking and running. Be sure to keep an eye out for some of the local wildlife.

The Old Railroad Grade Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Mill Valley! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Old Railroad Grade Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Field of Dogs Dog Park in San Rafael, CA is a fenced, off-leash dog park. There is a kiddie pool, running water, shade areas, waste stations and loads of cheerfully donated tennis balls for you to toss for your pet.