Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Oakland, CA

There are 6 dog-friendly hiking trails in Oakland. 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 Oakland.

Iron Horse Regional Trail

Alamo, CA

Iron Horse Regional Trail The Iron Horse 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 Alamo! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Iron Horse 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

Barbary Coast Trail

San Francisco, CA

Barbary Coast Trail The Barbary Coast Trail in San Francisco, CA, is dog friendly for leashed dogs. The southern end of the Barbary Coast Trail begins at the Old U.S. Mint in the heart of downtown. From there it heads north, weaving its way through San Francisco’s most vibrant and historic neighborhoods to Aquatic Park. If you are interested in a guided tour you have the option of audio, printed or guided tours. See Details

Tehan Falls Loop

Pleasanton, CA

Tehan Falls Loop Tehan Falls Loop is a pet-friendly trail in Pleasanton, CA. This trail is open year around and is great for hiking and birding. The starting and ending point of the trail is located on private property. However, the City of Pleasanton allows for access to the trails. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you hike this moderately challenging trail. See Details

Waterdog Run/Bike Trail

Belmont, CA

Waterdog Run/Bike Trail Waterdog Run/Bike Trail is pet-friendly. Located in Silicon Valley, this little slice of nature is a great place to bring your pooch for a wander. Water Dog Lake Park has a number of trails that wind around a lake at its center. Dogs are welcome on all of the pathways in the park. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. Waterdog Run/Bike Trail is open every day of the week from 6am to 6pm. See Details

Bull Valley Staging Area

Crockett, CA

Bull Valley Staging Area Bull Valley Staging Area is a dog-friendly hiking trail in Crockett, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on this easy 2.8 mile loop. Enjoy excellent views of the Carquinez Strait during your hike. See Details

Mount Sutro Open Space Reserve

San Francisco, CA

Mount Sutro Open Space Reserve Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy the more than five miles of trails at pet-friendly Mount Sutro Open Space Reserve, adjacent to UCSF's Parnassus campus in San Francisco, CA. The reserve is home to a forest more than 100 years old along with many varieties of birds and other wildlife. There is no public parking at the reserve so visitors must park on Clarendon Avenue near Johnstone Drive and walk past the Aldea Center along Johnstone Drive to reach the trailhead. Keep See Details