Question 1

Can dogs be off-leash at Redwood Regional Park?

Accepted Answer

Yes, on most trails. Redwood Regional Park (EBRPD) allows dogs off-leash under voice control on the East Ridge Trail, West Ridge Trail, and French Trail. The Stream Trail requires leashes year-round because it borders Redwood Creek, which is coho salmon spawning habitat. The Serpentine Prairie area also requires leashes.

Question 2

What is the Stream Trail leash rule at Redwood Regional?

Accepted Answer

The Stream Trail in Redwood Regional Park requires dogs to be on-leash at all times. This trail runs along Redwood Creek, which supports a critically rare coho salmon population that spawns October through December. Dogs in the creek can disturb salmon nests (redds) and introduce bacteria. The leash rule is enforced year-round, not just during spawning season.

Question 3

What is Salmon Poisoning Complex at Redwood Regional?

Accepted Answer

Salmon Poisoning Complex is a potentially fatal illness caused when dogs eat or mouth raw salmon, trout, or other salmonid fish infected with a Neorickettsia helminthoeca parasite (carried by a fluke). Dogs cannot distinguish infected from uninfected fish. Symptoms appear 5–7 days after exposure: vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, high fever. Without treatment, it is fatal. Do not let dogs near fish in Redwood Creek, especially October–December during salmon spawning.

Question 4

Which trails at Redwood Regional allow off-leash dogs?

Accepted Answer

Off-leash (voice control): East Ridge Trail, West Ridge Trail, French Trail, and most connecting fire roads. Leash required: Stream Trail (year-round), Serpentine Prairie area. The off-leash trails provide excellent ridge hiking through second-growth redwood forest with views of the Bay Area. Voice control is strictly required — dogs must come when called.

Question 5

How much does parking cost at Redwood Regional Park?

Accepted Answer

Redwood Gate parking (main entrance) charges $5 cash on weekends from approximately April through October. Skyline Gate (upper entrance off Skyline Boulevard) is always free. Parking at both locations requires a $2 per dog fee in addition to the vehicle fee. Weekday parking at Redwood Gate is typically free.

Question 6

What is the best time to visit Redwood Regional Park with a dog?

Accepted Answer

Fall (October–November) for coho salmon viewing (keep dogs on Stream Trail leash) and clear weather. Spring (March–May) for wildflowers and before foxtail season. Summer mornings on the shaded stream trail areas stay cool even on hot days. Avoid October–December for Stream Trail visits with dogs that might access creek water — salmon are actively spawning and the poisoning risk is real.

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