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Dog-Friendly Activities in Novato, CA

There are 2 dog-friendly activities in Novato, and 151 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 Novato.

Pet Friendly Indian Tree Preserve

Indian Tree Preserve

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.

Pet Friendly Dog Bone Meadows at O'Hair Park

Dog Bone Meadows at O'Hair Park

Dog Bone Meadows at O'Hair Park

Take Fido for a play date at Dog Bone Meadows in Novato, CA. This off-leash area in O'Hair Park offers two separate fenced-in sections, providing dedicated spaces for small and larger dogs. The dog park has agility equipment, a walking path and more.

Crissy Field

San Francisco, CA

Your dog will love strolling on the pet-friendly promenade, catching a frisbee in the grassy field, and playing in the sand and surf at the designated off-leash beach at Crissy Field in San Francisco, CA. A dog water fountain and washing station are available.

Point Isabel Regional Shoreline

Point Isabel Regional Shoreline

Point Isabel Regional Shoreline is a pet-friendly recreation area in Richmond, CA. Dogs are welcome to explore off leash on over 23 acres! The park also offers a variety of recreational options including bay fishing, hiking, birdwatching, biking and jogging. Dogs must either be leashed or under voice control if they're off leash.

Bartholomew Estate Winery

Bartholomew Estate Winery

Bartholomew Estate Winery is a dog-friendly establishment in Sonoma, CA. They offer the perfect day in wine country. You and your pooch can arrange a tasting on the oak knoll, purchase a glass or bottle of wine while picnicking in the wine garden and explore one of the many dog-friendly, scenic trails on the Bartholomew property. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners in all tasting areas. Water bowls and treats are always provided.

Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruises

San Francisco, CA

Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruises

Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruises is a dog-friendly activity in San Francisco, CA. Leashed pups are welcome to join you on the one-hour Bay Cruise Adventure and the "Escape from the Rock" tours which take in gorgeous views of the bridges, piers and Alcatraz. Dog owners are responsible for their pup and must keep Fido on a leash or in an approved carrier at all times while on board. Please note that pets aren't permitted Angel Island.

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.

Viansa Winery

Viansa Winery offers tastings on their vineyard property in Sonoma, CA. This dog-friendly winery has a variety of lovely wines, excellent food and great views. Enjoy a walk with your leashed pup on their spacious property and feel transported to the Italian countryside, or relax at an umbrella-covered picnic table where Fido can stretch out on the lawn while you indulge in a glass of wine.

Palace of Fine Arts

San Francisco, CA

Palace of Fine Arts

Bring Fido for a stroll on the grounds of the pet-friendly Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. The area features an iconic Greco-Roman rotunda and colonnades and is one of the most photographed sites in the city, boasting a peaceful lagoon and paved path for walking your four-legged friend. Dogs must be leashed while visiting.

Alston Park

Alston Park is a pet-friendly large nature preserve in Napa, CA, with an enclosed area for dogs to run free. The enclosed area has some agility equipment, lots of balls to throw, a large water pan with running water, and a double entry system to ensure the safety of all dogs going in or out. Dog waste bags are provided. A large portion of the park is off leash for dogs under good voice control, and there is also another large portion that is restricted to dogs on leash only.

Marina Green

San Francisco, CA

Leashed dogs are welcome at Marina Green in San Francisco, CA. An expansive grassy area with views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, this dog-friendly park is a popular spot within the community. The nearby marina, Little Marina, and harbor areas also permit dogs if they are leashed. Marina Green is an ideal destination for a waterfront stroll with Fido.

Mount Tamalpais State Park

Mill Valley, CA

Mount Tamalpais State Park

The 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's no main entrance fee; however certain trailheads have cash only parking fees.

St. Clair Brown Winery

St. Clair Brown Winery

St. Clair Brown Winery is a dog-friendly winery and tasting room in Napa, CA, producing small lot, hand-crafted wines. The Greenhouse Tasting room is surrounded by lush vegetable gardens and a heated, pet-friendly patio. It's the perfect spot to sip on a glass of wine and nosh on a few small plates from the menu. Favorites include roasted rosemary almonds, local cheeses, marinated olives, and baguettes from Model Bakery.

Bartholomew Park

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.

B.R. Cohn Winery and Olive Oil Company

B.R. Cohn Winery and Olive Oil Company

B.R. Cohn Winery and Olive Oil Company in Glen Ellen, CA is dog friendly and welcomes Fido to all outdoor spaces at the property. This Californian winery specializes in creating fine wine and olive oil. Enjoy a tasting of both at an outdoor table alongside your four-legged companion. Live music is hosted outside on weekends, and food can be purchased from on-site vendors.

Ashes & Diamonds Winery

Ashes & Diamonds Winery

Ashes & Diamonds Winery is a dog-friendly winery in Napa, CA. Your leashed, well-behaved dog is welcome to join you on the outdoor grounds, but please note dogs are not allowed inside the facility. Ashes & Diamonds is known for their 'mid-century approach' to winemaking and their properties architecture, to culture a relaxing feel and atmosphere for your experience.

Dog-Friendly Wine Tours

Dog-Friendly Wine Tours

Fido is welcome on private Dog-Friendly Wine Tours conducted by a professional dog trainer who will pick you and your dog up for a tour of Napa or Sonoma Valley. Enjoy visiting personally-selected wineries or have your guide give you some insider secrets on the best local wineries to put on your itinerary.

Rodeo Beach

Take Fido to enjoy a day at this dog-friendly beach in Sausalito, CA. Rodeo Beach features a shoreline of multicolored pebbles. Rodeo Beach is just a few miles away from the Golden Gate Bridge. Dogs must be on a leash.

Bolinas Beach

Dogs are welcome to run off leash at Bolinas Beach, a pet-friendly beach in Bolinas, CA. Enjoy watching people ride the waves at this popular surfing spot.

Great Meadow Park at Fort Mason

San Francisco, CA

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.

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