Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Santa Rosa, CA

There are 3 dog-friendly hiking trails in Santa Rosa, and 8 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 Santa Rosa.

Pet Friendly Crane Creek Regional Park
Crane Creek Regional Park Crane Creek Regional Park is a128-acre, dog-friendly park in Santa Rosa that features rolling grasslands and beautiful oaks. Explore the 3.5 miles of trails with your leashed pooch, and the 18-hole disc golf course. Along the way, discover Crane Creek flowing through the middle of the park, ridges that offer sweeping views of the countryside and meadows covered with wildflowers. Bring your own water for your pooch to rehydrate. There is a parking fee. See Details
Pet Friendly West County Regional Trail
West County Regional Trail The West County 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 Santa Rosa! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the West County 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. See Details
Spring Lake Regional Park Spring Lake Regional Park is a pet-friendly recreational space in Santa Rosa, CA. This 320-acre park features camping, fishing, picnic areas with barbecues, and five group picnic areas. Trails are available for walking, hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. The park includes a par course, a 3-acre swimming lagoon and a 72-acre lake. Dogs are permitted on leashes no longer than 6' in length. License required. Dogs are allowed on the lawn around the swimming lagoon but not on the beach. See Details
Bartholomew Park 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. See Details
The Petrified Forest The Petrified Forest is pet friendly. The forest was created after Mount. St. Helena (seen from the Silverado Trail) erupted 3.4 million years ago and engulfed a redwood forest in volcanic ash, preventing decay and preserving the trees. It wasn’t until 1870 that the forest was discovered underneath a pasture and became a point of interest for paleontologists. These days, visitors and their dogs can take to the trails of the forest and enjoy the natural phenomenon together. See Details
West County Regional Trail West County 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 Sebastopol! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the West County 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. See Details
Riverfront Regional Park Riverfront Regional Park, located in Healdsburg, CA, is a pet-friendly destination with a redwood grove picnic area, two lakes for water activities, and scenic hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. Explore the 2.18-mile Lake Trail, circling Lake Benoist, or the .5-mile Redwood Hill Trail through coast redwood trees. Restroom facilities, a drinking fountain and waste receptables are available. Be sure to pack water and waste bags for your pup. See Details
Oat Hill Mine Trail Oat Hill Mine Trail in Calistoga, CA is pet friendly. Soak up the gorgeous views of California Wine Country with your pet on this beautiful hike. Pets are allowed off leash if under voice control and all mess is cleaned up after. See Details
Ernie Smith Park 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. See Details
Ragle Ranch Regional Park Leashed dogs are welcome throughout pet-friendly Ragle Ranch Regional Park in Sebastopol, CA. The park features over 3 miles of unpaved trails, some of which follow a creek. There are also picnic areas and gardens to explore. Fido can even enjoy some off-leash fun at the dog park located within the larger park. Featuring a large, open space and a small agility course, the dog park does not have separate areas for small and large dogs. However, "Small Dog Hours" are held daily when the park is reserved for dogs 30 lbs and under (designated times can be found on the park's website). See Details
Sonoma Bike Path The Sonoma Bike Path 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 Sonoma! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Sonoma Bike Path. 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
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