Stern Grove & Pine Lake Park, San Francisco, California

Another super popular off-leash dog park in San Francisco, also connected to Pine Lake where coyotes can be found sometimes, but still one of favorite spots.  A nice two mile walk if you do the perimeter.

Pedro Point, San Mateo County, California

This is a short hike out to the coast from Devil's Slide, at the end you're rewarded with views of the coast and Pacifica and beyond.

Bernal Heights Park, San Francisco, California

Popular off-leash dog park in San Francisco with great views of the city and bay.

Glen Canyon Park, San Francisco, California

Popular park for dogs in San Francisco, can extend the hike by going up to Twin Peaks, but lots of trails to explore in the bottom and along the ridges of Glen Canyon.

Solstice Canyon, Malibu, California

Dog friendly hike in Malibu up the canyon and back passing some historic ruins of an old ghost town.

Photo is from a nearby pit stop and not the hike itself.

Marshall's Beach, San Francisco, California

This is a fun beach to explore at low tide, but be warned at high tide it may not be passable.  Also note that this is an isolated spot and popular nude beach during the afternoons, but mornings are safe.

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Twin Peaks, San Francisco, California

You can drive up to the top for a quick tourist pit stop or hike up from Glen Canyon Park or just explore the trails around Twin Peaks.