Portola Redwoods State Park

Big Basin Redwoods State Park is the oldest state park in California and is home to the biggest stretch of old-growth Redwoods south of San Francisco. Dogs must be on a leash in the campgrounds, picnic areas, and on paved roads. They must always be on a leash and supervised. Dogs are also allowed on North Escape, a 2.5-mile one-way (5-mile round trip) paved road that runs beside old-growth redwoods, a creek, and lush undergrowth and is mostly closed off to motorists. Big Basin's official website has information on day-use and camping fees for dog owners. Dogs are not allowed on any of the trails or fire roads, with the exception of the campground connection trail that connects the Sempervirens and Blooms Creek campgrounds to the park headquarters.Dogs are not permitted anywhere in Rancho del Oso, including Waddell State Beach.

Except for the Lost and Razorback Trails, all trails in Windy Hill Open Space Preserve are dog-friendly.

Bring your pet to this great Palo Alto public park to play off-leash. Pets are only allowed on weekdays.

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.

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

As you walk the trails of this gorgeous Palo Alto preservation area, keep your pet on a leash.