Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in San Rafael, CA

There are 34 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of San Rafael. 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 San Rafael.

Pet Friendly Fort Funston
Fort Funston Located off of Skyline Blvd, Fort Funston is one of the best places in San Francisco to bring your dog for a day of fun. This recreation area has lots of room for Fido to run and play, several dog-friendly trails, and beach areas. Dogs must be on a leash in the Bank Swallow habitat areas. Keep an eye out for fenced or signed areas were dogs are not permitted, and note that the Coastal Trail north of Horse Trail intersection is closed due to erosion. See Details
Pet Friendly Marin Headlands
Marin Headlands Leashed pets are welcome to join you as you relax or play at Marin Headlands, in beautiful Sausalito, CA. Enjoy hiking trails with dramatic cliffs and sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Dog-friendly trails are marked and notify hikers of leash or voice control rules. Picnic areas are also available. See Details
Lands End Trail 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. See Details
Great Meadow Park at Fort Mason 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. See Details
Indian Tree Preserve Indian Tree Preserve is pet-friendly. This natural area is full of winding pet-friendly trails you are welcome to explore with your pooch. Big Trees Trail lives up to its name. Bring your leashed dog on a walk through stands of redwoods and mature woodlands that open up to scenic views of Stafford Lake. Dogs are also allowed off-leash on fire roads, as long as they are under voice control. Ship’s Mast Trail is a forested traverse through a quiet redwood grove. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Glen Canyon Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Glen Canyon Park, a 66.6-acre recreation area in San Francisco, CA. The park offers dog-friendly hiking trails and open space to enjoy with Fido. The canyon itself is one of the city's "Significant Natural Resource Areas" with important plant species and native chert outcroppings. See Details
Tiburon Historical Trail 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. See Details
NWP Railroad Trail 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. See Details
Cascade Canyon Preserve Bring Fido for a visit to pet-friendly Cascade Canyon Preserve in Fairfax, CA, located on over 504 acres in the Madera Creek watershed. Take your four-legged friends for some exercise on the cool shaded trails through evergreen forests, and enjoy a hike up to the beautiful Cascade Falls. Leashed dogs are welcome on signed fire roads and trails. A maximum of three pups are allowed per person and leashes must not exceed six feet in length. See Details
Mount Tamalpais State Park Pet-friendly Mount Tamalpais State Park in Mill Valley, CA welcomes leashed dogs on paved roads, parking lots, campsites and picnic areas. Dogs are only allowed in these areas. The State Park consists of deep canyons, sweeping hillsides, cool redwood forests, oak woodlands, and open grasslands. At night, Fido must sleep in a tent or vehicle. There is no main entrance fee; however certain trailheads have cash only parking fees. See Details
Presidio of San Francisco 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. See Details
San Francisco Bay Trail 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. See Details
Candlestick Point State Recreation Area Candlestick Point State Recreation Area is a pet-friendly park in an urban setting in San Francisco, CA. The park is located just behind where Candlestick Stadium once proudly stood as the home of the Major League Baseball outfit, the San Francisco Giants. Dogs are welcome on leashes under 6 feet on all the trails in the park. You'll also find bathrooms, ponds, fishing and picnic areas. See Details
Golden Gate National Recreation Area 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. See Details
Samuel P. Taylor State Park Dogs are welcome on the Cross Marin Trail bike path of Samuel P. Taylor State Park in Lagunitas, CA. This pet-friendly trail runs along Lagunitas Creek about three miles through the park, following the old North Pacific Coast Railroad right-of-way into the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. You can also camp with your pup in the campground, or enjoy a picnic in the day-use area. Please note that dogs are not allowed on any other trails, the hike-and-bike campsites, in the cabins or in the creek. See Details
Napa Valley Vine Trail Napa Valley Vine Trail is pet-friendly. The trail will one day stretch for 47 scenic miles from the Vallejo Ferry to Calistoga. So far, 12.5 miles of Class I trail from Kennedy Park Off Leash Area in Napa to Yountville are completed. The project hopes to connect all of Napa Valley to provide locals and visitors alike with a safe place to walk dogs and cycle, plus a healthy alternative for pedestrians to explore the region’s vineyards. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. Napa Valley Vine Trail is open all day, every day. See Details
Presidio Ecology 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. See Details
Mount Davidson Park The dog-friendly Mount Davidson Park features the highest point in San Francisco. At 938', Mt. Davidson also features a 103' concrete cross at the peak. Bring Fido on a hike through a myriad of landscapes like a eucalyptus forest, coastal scrub and grasslands. See Details
San Francisco Bay Trail 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 San Francisco! 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. See Details
Dawn Falls 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. See Details
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