There are 3 off-leash dog parks in Palo Alto, and 62 more nearby. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Palo Alto.
Nealon Dog Park
Nealon Dog Park is an off-leash area located inside the larger Nealon Park in Menlo Park, CA. The dog park is only open for limited hours during weekdays. Please check their website for updated information on hours of operation. The park also features ballfields, paved walking paths and more.
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Old Creek Dog Park of Cherryland
Old Creek Dog Park of Cherryland in Hayward, CA is a fully fenced, off-leash park featuring two separate dog runs, each designated for large and small dogs. There is also a pet waste station and a water fountain to cool your pooch down after a game of fetch.
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Saratoga Creek Dog Park
Your pet is welcome to run and play at Saratoga Creek Dog Park in San Jose, CA. This artificial turf-covered dog run is fenced for off-leash fun and features a water fountain and benches. No more than two dogs per person are allowed at one time, and all pets must be current on vaccines and wear proof of a license. Temporary closures to the park may occur when maintenance is needed, so it's best to check the city website for updates before visiting with your pup.
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Foothills Nature Preserve
Foothills Nature Preserve is a dog-friendly, 1400-acre nature preserve located in Los Altos, CA. The preserve features multiple trails that wander through lush trees, a lake, a stream and views of the Bay Area. You may encounter wildlife like deer, coyotes or even a bobcat.
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Fontana Dog Park
Fontana Dog Park welcomes your pet to play off leash in San Jose, CA. This fenced play area is located within Jeffrey Fontana Park and features separate small and large dog areas, benches, and on-street parking. Please note, there is a maximum of two dogs per person.
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Live Oak Park
Leashed pets are welcome to join you at Live Oak Park, a clean, pet-friendly park in Santa Clara, CA. There is also a playground for you to enjoy and grass spots for a picnic.
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Shore Dogs Park
Shore Dogs Park is a completely fenced, off-leash dog park in Redwood City, CA. It has a double-gated entrance with separate areas for both large and small dogs. Benches, drinking water for dogs and waste bag dispensers are available. There is a three dog per handler limit. During the rainy season, be advised that the park is subject to closure without prior notice at the discretion of the Parks and Recreation Department.
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St. Mary's Dog Park
St. Mary's Dog Park is a pet-friendly recreational area for Fido in San Francisco, CA. This off-leash dog park in the Bernal Heights neighborhood is a small park with both grassy areas and a paved path with bench seating. Be mindful that the park closes during the winter and typically opens back up in February or March.
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Commodore Dog Park
Commodore Dog Park in San Bruno, CA, welcomes Fido to enjoy this fully fenced space for an afternoon of off-leash play. This dog park features a separate small dog area and picnic tables. Up to three dogs are allowed per adult, and all four-legged guests must be licensed and vaccinated.
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Willow Oaks Dog Park
Willow Oaks Dog Park in Menlo Park, CA is an enclosed, off-leash area with a double-gate entrance and grass coverage. The park is intended for both large and small breeds of dogs. The park also has an enclosed children's play area and tennis courts.
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Bayside-Joinville Dog Park
This off-leash dog play area is located inside larger Bayside-Joinville Park in San Mateo, CA. The dog park features a large, fenced-in grassy area, waste stations and a water station for Fido to cool off in.
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Portola Redwoods State Park
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Silicone Valley and the South Bay Area, Portola is the place to head. This shaded redwood forest spans 2,800 acres and is just down the road from some of the busiest parts of California. Dogs are allowed in campsites, picnic areas, on paved roads, and the Upper and Lower Escape Roads at Portola Redwoods State Park in La Honda, CA. Unfortunately, the trails in the park are not dog-friendly.
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Foster City Dog Park
Foster City Dog Park is an off-leash play area in Foster City, CA. The dog park has two separate fenced-in sections providing dedicated spaces for small and larger dogs. Foster City Dog Park contains a mixture of synthetic grass and decomposed granite.
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Centennial Way Dog Park
A giant dog sculpture welcomes Fido to playtime at the entrance of this 1.4-acre dog park in South San Francisco, CA. This park features one area for big dogs and another for little ones. A water station will help you keep your four-legged friend hydrated. Each dog parent is allowed to bring to two pups at a time.
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Muirwood Community Park
Muirwood Community Park is dog-friendly park in Pleasanton, CA. This park features acres of walking tracks, hiking trails, basketball courts, playgrounds, a dog park, and outdoor grills. Your dog is welcome on the hiking trails, walking track, dog park, and picnicking areas. Dogs are not allowed on the basketball courts or playgrounds.
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Village Green Dog Park
The Village Green Dog Park is located at the San Antonio Center in Mountain View, CA. Dogs can play off leash and socialize with other pups. There is a doggy water fountain, waste stations, and plenty of benches for pet owners.
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Butcher Dog Park
Butcher Dog Park is an off-leash dog park in San Jose, CA. This pet-friendly designated area located within Roy M. Butcher Park is fully fenced and comes with all of the trimmings, including a separate small dog area, benches, shade trees, artificial turf and mulched areas.
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Raymond G. Gamma Dog Park
Fido will love the chance to play off leash at Raymond G. Gamma Dog Park, a 1.5-acre fenced dog park in Santa Clara, CA. There are grassy mounds, water, benches, trees, and plenty of parking for your convenience.
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Lakeshore Park
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.
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Almaden Lake Regional Park
Soak up a healthy dose of natural beauty and tranquility at pet-friendly Almaden Lake Regional Park in San Jose, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at this lakeside public park. Please note that pets are not allowed in the water due to unhealthy conditions, and parking fees are collected daily.
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