Dog-Friendly Activities in Blackhawk, CA

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.

Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline is a dog-friendly recreation area located in San Leandro, CA. The shoreline features picnic areas and miles of trails for you and Fido to enjoy. Some of the wildlife you may encounter includes jackrabbits, garter snakes, birds of prey and more!

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.

Dogs are welcome at Sycamore Grove Regional Park, a wine country public park in Livermore, CA. The pet-friendly trails follow winding streams through fields and woodlands, and Fido can join you as long as they are on a leash. The park itself spans a massive 847-acres and includes hiking, biking, walking, and jogging sections of trails.

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.

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.

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.

Black Diamond Railroad Trail in Antioch, CA, 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Antioch! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Black Diamond Mines Regional Perserve. 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.

NewBark Dog Park in Newark, CA, offers agility equipment, double-gate portals, drinking fountains, seating areas with shade and more. The 1-acre park is located within Newark Community Park and features a smaller area for dogs under 30 lbs. Dog handlers are limited to two dogs under their care and are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind.

Max Baer Dog Park is a good-sized, fenced dog park in Livermore, CA.The off-leash area at this park spans 28,000 square feet. Max Baer Dog Park features shady trees, benches, water fountains and waste stations.

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.

Lakeshore Park is a pet-friendly space in Newark, CA. Your pet will love to join you as you enjoy the 10 acres of turf and 16 acres of water. The park also features a par course and fishing areas. Leashed pets are welcome.

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.

Lake Chabot Regional Park in Castro, Valley, CA is a busy dog-friendly park packed with fun activities, from fishing to running trails. Pets are welcome to join you on-leash in designated areas. There's an entrance fee per dog, and guide or service dogs may enter for free. Swimming is not permitted at the park.

Sugarloaf Open Space in Walnut Creek, CA is dog-friendly. This popular recreational space offers 2,000 acres of grasslands with multi-use trails, picnicking, an amphitheater and group camping by reservation.

Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park is a dog-friendly recreational area in Sunol, CA. The preserve features more than 9000 acres of woodlands for you and Fido to explore. Hop on one of the hiking trails and enjoy views of Pleasanton and Livermore Valleys.

Leashed dogs are welcome in outdoor seating areas at pet-friendly Page Mill Winery in Livermore, CA. Guests can enjoy their quality wines and incredible views in an intimate atmosphere. Wine sampling with staff can be arranged in advance.

Fido is welcome to join you in the garden at Retzlaff Vineyards and Estate Winery, a dog-friendly winery in Livermore, CA. Enjoy a glass of wine with your canine companion while seated at a shaded table on the grass. Only two dogs are permitted per group and Fido must be leashed, well-behaved and quiet during your visit. Please bring a water bowl and water for your pets.

Occupying 5,300 acres of land, the dog-friendly Morgan Territory Regional Preserve in Livermore, CA, is popular for hiking, horseback riding, cycling, picnicking and camping. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Hikers can admire expansive ridgetop views of Mount Diablo to the west, Mount St. Helena to the north and the snow-covered Sierra to the east. The preserve also boasts over 90 species of wildflowers which bloom each spring. Reservations are required for overnight camping.