Your Dog's Guide to the Bay Area

Discover the best trails, dog-friendly restaurants, parks, shops, and everything your pup needs to live their best life in the Bay.

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Carmel Beach

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Carmel Beach (City of Carmel-by-the-Sea) allows dogs off-leash year-round under voice control — a policy established and maintained by the City of Carmel. Soft white sand, Monterey cypress trees, and Pacific sunsets. The entire downtown is dog-friendly: shops, galleries, and patios welcome leashed dogs. Approximately 2 hours south of San Francisco via Highway 1 or 101.

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Summer Safety

Avoid hiking 10am-4pm — hot pavement burns paws! Stick to beaches and shaded trails. Always bring extra water.

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Trails & Hiking

Off-leash trails, beach walks, and scenic hikes rated by fellow dog owners.

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Eat & Drink

Dog-friendly restaurants, cafes, breweries, and the best raw food shops.

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Play & Fun

Dog parks, beaches, events, meetups, and activities for you and your pup.

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Pet stores, raw food suppliers, grooming salons, and vet clinics.

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