Other Dog Activities in Pleasant Hill, CA

The Redwood Valley Railway, also known as the Tilden Steam Train, is a dog-friendly attraction in Orinda, CA. This 15 inch gauge steam railway circles through the forest lined with more than 600 coast redwood trees, specifically planted by the railway. The cars are small, open air with benches and the trip lasts about 15 minutes. There are restrooms and a small gift shop at the boarding site. Any size dog is welcome but all dogs must remain leashed while on the train. Hours vary by season so be sure to check their website for current schedule.

Four Fools Winery in Rodeo, CA, is a small urban winery with a tasting room at the Rodeo Marina. Dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly waterfront patio, where visitors can sip on handcrafted wines and take in views of the bay.

The Ruth Bancroft Garden is a dog friendly, one-of-a-kind garden featuring an outstanding collection of drought-tolerant plants, plus a retail nursery that specializes in similar plants. The Garden also houses important collections of aloes, agaves, yuccas, and echeverias. Whether you’re looking for a breath of fresh air, inspiration, or a fun day with loved ones, the Garden is the perfect getaway. Each season offers something new among the largest collection of succulents from around the world. Please ensure Fido is kept on a leash at all times.

Kick back in the spacious dog-friendly outdoor seating area at Mike Hess Brewing in Walnut Creek, and enjoy the full lineup of beer and hard seltzers. Grab a group of friends and hang out under our 70-year-old Valley Oak on the deck or grab a couch on the patio. Play a game of cornhole, battle it out with a board game, or catch your favorite team on one of multiple TVs.

Almanac Beer Co in Alameda, CA is pet-friendly. This industrial-style taproom offers beers brewed onsite that you can enjoy in an indoor beer hall or in the outdoor beer garden. They occasionally host a local food truck vendor.

Calicraft Brewing Company in Walnut Creek, CA is pet friendly. This brewery and taproom pours California-inspired beers in industrial-chic digs and has an outdoor garden with shade and heaters for you and your pooch. Leashed pups are welcome inside and out.

San Francisco Bay Ferry in Alameda, CA is pet-friendly. Pets can only be brought aboard San Francisco Bay Ferry if they are within an enclosed pet carrier that can fit on your lap and they do not pose a threat to passengers or crew members. Contact them directly for specific ferry times.

Dashe Cellars SF City View Patio in Alameda, CA welcomes dogs outside with an amazing view of the San Francisco Bay complete with passing sailboats and the city skyline. Enjoy table service, and choose between a bottle to share, a glass, or a flight of three delicious Dashe wines.The patio is open by reservation on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Jack London Square, named after the famed author, is a pet-friendly attraction in Oakland, CA that boasts restaurants, hotels, stores, walking and biking trails, a farmers market and more. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you in exploring the outdoor areas and activities.

East Brother Beer Co. is a pet-friendly establishment in Richmond, CA. Whether you choose to relax in the indoor taproom or bask in the fresh air on the outdoor patio, you can savor a diverse selection of beverages from their taps, including IPAs, lagers, stouts, and more. Please note your pup must remain leashed during your stay.

Your pup can join you as you enjoy a pint of one of the many beers on tap at pet-friendly Faction Brewing in Alameda, CA. Located on the old Alameda Naval Base, Faction Brewing offers more than 20 beers on tap to enjoy as tasters, pints or growlers.

Epidemic Ales is a pet-friendly brewery in Concord, CA. They run a 10bbl brewing system and distribute to bars, taprooms, restaurants, and pour at beer fests! Sample flights of beer and have your outside growler filled. Grab a bite from one of the visiting food trucks and even peruse their pet merchandise.

Dogs are allowed at pet-friendly Mount Diablo State Park, where Fido can join you at the campsites and built up areas, including the picturesque picnic areas. Located in Walnut Creek, CA, Mount Diablo is known for the observation deck that overlooks the valleys and forests below. Unfortunately, pets are not permitted on any of the trails or fire roads at the park. Mount Diablo State Park is open every day of the week from 8am until sunset.

Grace North Church in Berkeley, CA is pet-friendly. Lots of churches allow animals once a year, on St. Francis Day, but they welcome animals every Sunday of the year! This mostly means dogs—at every service they have at least one, and often many. Cats are theoretically welcome, but they find them less interested in organized religion. Dogs are given communion with everyone else.

Bring Fido to Temescal Brewing in Oakland, CA. This dog-friendly attraction invites two- and four-legged friends to sit together either inside the taproom or outside at a partially shaded table in the concrete beer garden. Visitors can sip craft beers like Powder Day, Passion Rules the Game and Double Black while enjoying bites from daily rotating food trucks.

Brix Factory Brewing is a dog-friendly taproom located in Oakland, CA. Known for brewing a wide array of beer styles, Brix Factory focuses on creativity, deliciousness and joy in every pour. Guests can bring their dogs along to enjoy a relaxing time while sampling unique and flavorful brews in a welcoming atmosphere.

Rosenblum Cellars Winery is a dog-friendly winery located in Oakland, CA. Fido is welcome to join you at one of the outside tables as you sip on a glass of vino. You can pair your wine with small bites like cheese plates and charcuterie.

Rotator Taproom is pet-friendly. You, your family and your pooch are invited to enjoy this Walnut Creek taproom together. Sit outside on the sunny patio or inside in the taproom, where you'll find a games room that contains pool, darts, beer pong, foosball and a table top video game console with over 60 classic games, all for free. While enjoying a draft beer, patrons can watch the big games on one of the flat screens. Rotator Taproom is open Tuesday from 3pm to 9pm, Wednesday to Thursday from 3pm to 10pm, Friday from 2pm to 10pm, Saturday from 12pm to 10pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 7pm.

Summers Estate Wines in Calistoga, CA boasts a small but cozy tasting room that welcomes leashed dogs. This dog-friendly winery offers hand-crafted vinos made from grapes grown in Knights and Napa Valleys.

Ghost Town Brewing is a pet-friendly brewery in Oakland, CA. Fido is welcome to join you for a drink in their tap room. Try one of their many handcrafted beers on tap and play a round of board games with friends. They also have corn hole and foosball.