Big Basin Redwoods State Park

At Portola Redwoods State Park, dogs are permitted in campsites, picnic areas, paved roads, and the Upper and Lower Escape Roads. The park's trails, unfortunately, are not dog-friendly. Portola is the place to go if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of Silicon Valley and the South Bay Area. This 2,800-acre shady redwood forest is just down the road from some of California's busiest areas. The park is open from 6 a.m. to sunset every day of the week.

Butano State Park is a calm canyon with babbling creeks and redwood trees that is dog-friendly. Dogs on leashes are permitted in the campground and developed areas. Dogs must be kept in a tent or car at night and are not permitted on the trails. From sunrise to dusk, Butano State Park is open.

Shark Fin Cove welcomes pets. When you arrive, park in the little parking lot off Highway 1 and go down the left-hand route. Take the trail to the right for a magnificent sunset walk with your dog along the cliffs. Please keep in mind that dogs are permitted on the walk but not on the beach.

This lovely Davenport beach is a wonderful spot to soak up some rays, and your pet is free to join you as long as they stay on a leash.

Pets are welcome to explore the rocky shores of this Pescadero beach with you on a leash. This is an excellent location for tide-pooling and beachcombing.

On the trails of this gorgeous Saratoga nature area, pets are welcome on a leash. It's a terrific area to go hiking!