Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Crockett, CA

Bull Valley Staging Area is a dog-friendly hiking trail in Crockett, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on this easy 2.8 mile loop. Enjoy excellent views of the Carquinez Strait during your hike.

Located on a decommissioned military post, the Presidio of San Francisco is a dog-friendly, 1,500-acre park and major outdoor recreation center. There are lush forests, miles of hiking trails and picturesque scenic overlooks of the Pacific Ocean. Other highlights include grassy Crissy Field with Golden Gate Bridge views, sandy Baker Beach and Tunnel Tops, a 14-acre public park with lawns for picnics. Leashed dogs are permitted to explore the area, unless otherwise marked.

Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park is a dog-friendly recreational area in Oakland, CA. You and Fido can wander down the trails lined by impressive redwoods. Please note that entry for all, including dogs, require a fee.

Las Trampas Wilderness Regional Preserve is a dog-friendly recreation area in San Ramon, CA. The more than 5700 acres includes hiking trails, picnic areas, historic sites and more. Please bring your own water as the park's water supply is inconsistent.

Explore the 3-mile trail within Bartholomew Park with your dog. Take in the duck pond and windmill, weave through mature oaks, madrones, redwoods and vineyards, and follow wildflowers up the log steps and cresting at a view of San Francisco Bay. Free parking is available within the park, in the designated area. The trail is moderate to difficult in places and dogs must remain on leash at all times. Wine bottles to go can be purchased at Bartholomew Estate Winery to enjoy at the picnic tables inside the park.

Briones Regional Park in Martinez, CA, offers rolling East Bay hills, scenic ridgelines and pet-friendly hiking routes. Dogs are welcome but must remain on a six-foot leash in designated areas, and visitors should be mindful of cattle, wildlife and foxtails along the trails. Parking fees may apply.

Lands End Trail is a beautiful dog-friendly hike in San Francisco, CA. The route winds around rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean and offers spectacular views at every turn. This 3.4 mile coastal hike is moderately challenging and should take 1.5 hours to complete. Pets on leashes are welcome to join you as you take in the stunning views on this famous San Francisco trail.

Leona Canyon Open Space Regional Preserve in Oakland, CA, offers 290 acres of natural space for you to enjoy some exercise with your pup. This pet-friendly preserve welcomes you and your leashed dog to explore the Leona Trail, which runs through gorgeous wooded canyons along Rifle Range Creek. Please note that dogs and people are not allowed in the creek or on the banks as the creek is a protected area.

Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve is a dog-friendly recreational area in Oakland, CA. The preserve features hiking trails, interpretive displays and more. Please note that cattle roam the park seasonally, so please keep pets on a leash.

Dogs are welcome at Benicia State Recreation Area in Benicia, CA, as long as they're on a leash no longer than 6' long. This dog-friendly park is home to 2.5 miles of road and bike paths for you and Fido to wander. Although tents are not permitted, there are three campsites available for people with motor homes or vehicles with trailers.

Take your dog out for a stroll on the paved trails of Great Meadow Park at Fort Mason, a historical landmark along the bay in San Francisco, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for an afternoon of fun as you explore the grounds of this historic army post. The grassy hilltops and hollows also offer the perfect opportunity for you to enjoy a picnic with your pup.

The Tiburon Historical 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 Belvedere Tiburon! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Tiburon Historical 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.

The Lafayette-Moraga Regional 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 Moraga! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lafayette-Moraga Regional 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.

The San Francisco Bay 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 Richmond! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the San Francisco Bay 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.

Ernie Smith Park is a dog-friendly community park in Sonoma, CA, named after Ernest Maynard "Ernie" Smith, a pioneer in Bay Area sports announcing. The park features a children's playground, basketball court, dog park, and a half-mile paved trail with picnic tables and a wildlife viewing platform. During your visit Fido is sure to lure you towards Ernie Smith Dog Park, a fully-fenced area perfect for off-leash play.

Featuring outstanding views, a small network of trails, and a dune plant community, pet-friendly Grandview Park Trail is a favorite with locals and visitors alike. Located in the Sunset District of San Francisco, the majority of the climb is made up of wooden stairs while the short trail around the top of the hill consists of soft soil. The dune community is extremely fragile, so please stay on the path at all times. Dogs must be leashed on the trail.

Presidio Ecology Trail is a 1.7-mile, moderately trafficked, dog-friendly loop trail located near San Francisco. The trail loops to the top of Inspiration Point where you can take in stunning views of the Bay and Alcatraz Island. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Leashed dogs are permitted.

Golden Gate National Recreation Area is a dog-friendly national park in Mill Valley, CA. The park consists of over 81,000 acres filled with a variety of flora and fauna. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on trails in Marin County, San Francisco County, and San Mateo County. Some of the trails allow dogs that are under voice control. Please note that dogs are not allowed in public buildings, Muir Woods, Alcatraz Island, shuttle buses, public fishing piers, and campgrounds.

Iron Horse Regional Trail is a paved "rail-trail" that was formerly a railroad track. Now, it's a great place to walk Fido in San Ramon! 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.

Sequoia Bayview Trail is a popular walking and biking path located inside Joaquin Miller Park in Oakland, CA. Fido is welcome to join you for a stroll, but dogs must be kept on a leash. Sequoia Bayview Trail is known for its beautiful wildflowers, views of San Francisco and the occasional redwood. Hikers can extend the three mile journey with one of the many connected trails in Joaquin Miller Park and Redwood Regional Park.