Sausalito Dog Park

(41 reviews)

2.2 mi

We were in town. So we decided to take the boys for a walk…read more The dog run area is beyond the fenced play fields. Plenty of signs stating No Dogs Allowed On the Field. My dogs really wanted to run on the soft looking grass. We made our way to dog run. The grass was dead ,but not too many foxtails. There's plenty of room for the dogs to run around. We walked along the trail for about an hour. Not sure how long or how far the trail goes. The views along the trail were great. We saw plenty of other people walking their dogs off leash. Didn't encounter one aggressive dog. It made it a great walk not having to worry about untrained dogs being aggressive.

Great location. Very spacious. Beautiful and well maintained. Was a little hard to find and it's…read morenot technically fenced in but it's also not easy for dogs to run away.

Large open area for the dogs to run

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My little dog meeting a really large dog

Red Hill Dog Park

4.0

(31 reviews)

8.4 mi

So nice - it is big & the wood chips are replenished frequently- there is a nice gazebo & plenty of…read morefresh water for the dogs

Very well maintained, people are engaged with their dogs and each other, some shade, lots of places…read moreto sit, a smaller enclosed area for small dogs or time-out. Two entrances, both with double gates. Rules are clearly posted and mostly followed. Water is available. Please be careful about bringing snacks or treats as some dogs may have food issues. I've always shied away from dog parks as I was concerned about fights, my dog learning bad behavior (more than she has), or other problems, but our trainer had me watch the dogs here (and the people) before we brought our rescue girl. After a few times observing, I was comfortable that she could be her shy self and other dogs would respect that, or their people would redirect them. It's worked out well. We go once every other week--she's always excited to go, but doesn't feel like it's "hers."

They do have a small dog happy hour.

A little pampering on the beautiful mosaic bench created & donated by Kiki and Cooper

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Fort Cronkhite

4.6

(35 reviews)

3.2 mi

If you have never been here, you were really missing one of the crown jewels at the San Francisco…read moreBay Area. Long Beach is smooth the brakes of water not that bad but you should still be careful because it's always sneaky anywhere you go near the ocean. If you get a nice sunny day, you're about a half hour out of San Francisco to get to this place. It's a perfect place to take your friends and family and easy access to the beach whether you're in a wheelchair or whether you are able to walk down on the many different routes.

A beautiful area with views, hikes, and history! We saw dolphins in the water, river otter in the…read morelagoon, and plenty of heron and other birds on the shore. You can hike up to the old lighthouse or World War I battery, around the lagoon, and any number of trails. Just watch out for poison oak! With a beautiful array of succulents, trees, and flowers, there is so much to see and experience. The sunsets over the water are beautiful, we had a great time.

The tunnel you go through to get to the old lighthouse

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River otter

Ring Mountain Preserve

4.6

(56 reviews)

3.6 mi

#23 of 2026! I'm trying to do at least one a day this month! Just 9 days to go…read more This was such a pleasant hike. A bit of an incline at the trailhead but other than that, it was pretty easy. I liked that we went on a sunny day in January. Such gorgeous views!!!

I found Ring Mountain on AllTrails and mapped to the pinned location but was completely lost. After…read moredriving around the residential areas, my friend and I finally found an unmarked trail head. The first part of the trail was extremely muddy (which was strange because it hadn't rained in a few days) and our shoes + my white dog were covered in mud. We decided to venture up the mountain and found the actual trail which was very pleasant. There was no shade so definitely bring your sunscreen and sunglasses! I also found two ticks on my dog so make sure to check yourself/your dogs when you get home. The overall hike was very pleasant & fairly easy and the VIEWSSS were amazing! Pros: VIEWS, dog friendly (on leash), not many people, easy hike Cons: Ticks, no shade, difficult to find the actual trailhead All in all, my friend and I both agreed we would definitely do this hike again!

Turtle rock before mt tam.

Rocks

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Turtle Rock before mt tam.

Muir Beach

4.5

(254 reviews)

3.9 mi

Nice beach with a hiking trails as well. It's a pretty clean beach, and when we were there some…read morepeople were walking around looking for trash to pick up, so it's nice that there seems to be locals looking out for the well-being of the environment. Free parking lot. Empty when I arrived in the morning, but no spaces by the afternoon. It is a pretty peaceful beach. It doesn't really have a tourist feel that some beach areas have since it's just the beach itself (no shops/food or anything like that). It's not a huge area, but we came during low tide and walked around the more rocky area before the tide started rising. They do have restrooms at the parking lot. Although, the restrooms were disgusting when I was there, so I'd avoid it if possible. (Not flushing toilets.)

Muir Beach feels like the California people imagine, but quieter and more honest…read more Instead of a crowded boardwalk or lines of shops, you come down a winding road through coastal hills and suddenly the land just opens up. The ocean isn't bright blue like postcards, it's deep gray-green, powerful, and constantly moving. The waves don't gently roll in... they crash. You feel it in your chest before you even step on the sand. The sand is darker and softer than most beaches, almost cool even in the sun. Behind you are tall grasses and weathered driftwood, not hotels. In front of you is nothing but horizon. There's a small creek cutting through the beach and a wooden bridge crossing it, which somehow makes the whole place feel more like a nature preserve than a tourist stop. People aren't blasting music or playing volleyball, they're walking, breathing, taking pictures, or just sitting quietly watching the water. If you want a loud beach day, this isn't it. If you want to slow down and actually feel the ocean, this is one of the most peaceful places near San Francisco.

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Brickyard Park

(2 reviews)

0.9 mi

In these crazy Coronavirus times, it's important that we take care of ourselves (mentally,…read morephysically, and emotionally). Although we can't play social sports for the time-being, we can still go outside for a little R & R. Thanks God for Brickyard Park. This property (which is owned by the Strawberry Rec. Dept.) is a hidden beach, children's playground, picnic ground, all rolled into one. For me and my dog, it's our own private oasis. We'll walk here, sit on a bench, and soak in the sun and serene bayside views. It's a great spot to watch seals playing in the water and paddle boarders doing their thing with glorious Mt. Tam in the background. It's picture perfect. In challenging times like these, beautiful spots like Brickyard Park give me solace and hope. This place doesn't draw tons of visitors, nor does it exist to make money off admission or parking fees. It's just a lovely park whose sole purpose is to bring joy and peace to folks in the area. What's not to love about that? So if you're looking to commune with nature, type Brickyard Park into your GPS and reward yourself with some much needed moments of zen. You'll thank for me it later.

A hidden gem!! This adorable park is basically your own private mini-park with gorgeous water…read moreviews. There are two picnic tables (one shaded), two sets of benches. The playground is well-kept with two slides and a fun boat motif. There are two swings for children under 5. No dogs allowed. There is a surprisingly clean handicap accessible port-o-let (easy for a parent & child to go into together). The only real downside i can see is that the park is open to the waterway, with just a mini stone wall separating the playground with the beach. The kiddos listened and didn't go past the wall... but the wall certainly wouldn't have stopped them. Logistics: when driving to the park, you have to keep your eye out for a small walkway that heads down a cement path to the park. Not a far walk from the car!

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Mission Bay Dog Park

(14 reviews)

9.1 mi

Small but very busy park in a perfect, safe and clean neighborhood…read more I'm not a big fan of artificial man-made dog parks with fake grass. I mean... why fake grass if you can give your dogs the real experience instead of touching plastic with their paws.... anyways that's another topic. This dog park is small but gets very busy. Most people are residents or live nearby. If you're not sure where to find a lot of dogs for yours to play with, this park might just be it. Watch out. Because it's fake grass, even if the owners pick up the poop it'll leave doodooo residuals EVERYWHERE on the grass.

We love Mission Bay Dog Park!…read more The dog park itself is a long rectangle situated between apartment buildings in the Mision Bay area. The park is covered primarily in astroturf and includes two fire hydrants, some benches, a three port water fountain, and 3 poop bag dispensers (one on each end and one in the middle). The park itself is pretty much always clean. Many of the dogs are from the neighborhood so there are a lot of regular. Practically all the owners we have met are also pretty nice. If you're driving to the park, there is a ton of parking in the area. Only downside is that meters in Mission Bay go until 10pm, but that's no fault of the park. The park is open from 6am until 10pm and we have found that the best time to go is in the morning before work or in the later evening, post 8pm. The park can be especially busy right after working hours and, for us, we try not to go during this time. We love this park and go to it almost daily!

Neighborhood off-leash park for dogs - of all sizes, along Long Bridge St leading up to Mission Creek.

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Marin Headlands

4.8

(415 reviews)

3.0 mi

Marin Headlands is one of the best regional parks in Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA)…read more It is one of the best places to not only hike but to take pictures. This is also great for photographers. Pretty much the hills, grass, trails, rocks, and trails are amazing! This is also a great place for photographers. There are other places like those Battery ones and Hill 88, but my friend and I didn't really get a chance to go there since we pretty much missed the path and we didn't want to turn around. Honestly, it's really hot here and thank goodness that I bring water and snacks in case I'm thirsty or hungry. Most importantly, bring water! You'll need it if you're ever going to hike here. The trip is short in my opinion since I'm used to hiking for a long time. In the future, I am planning to come back here to revisit scenic spots that we missed. The hike might be longer since I enjoy hiking at regional parks.

My buddy and I love doing challenging long hikes and today we did 31 miles at Marin Headlands. It…read morewas an amazing hike full of different terrain and sightseeing opportunities. It was overcast when we hiked, but I like it this way only because it was very cool and the exposure to the sun was limited. We saw so many unique historical sites also, which I did not expect. The route we took had a lot of elevation gain and I had to put on some gloves for rock scrambling, but there are so many easy trails also. We also crossed the Golden Gate Bridge also, which is a first for me! Please come and create your own adventure.

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Gorgeous views

Old Mill Park

(33 reviews)

3.6 mi

I had a pretty great childhood, but I didn't have a park with a playground surrounded by redwoods…read more This park is amazing!! But wait, there's more! It's not just for kids here, as there are often people sitting or lying amongst the redwoods... reading, listening to the creek, or even forest bathing. I've done this and let hours slip away while I just zenned out here. It's also in a fantastic location- right next to the MV Library and the Friends of the Library Bookstore. It is a smaller park, and it's a very peaceful place. Come and enjoy, and please leave no trace. =)

It's tranquil. Beautiful. Quiet. And full of peace. It's a great place to read, walk talk or see…read moredogs and humans shuttle to and from.

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Creek at the park!

George "Rocky" Graham Park

4.4

(8 reviews)

0.6 mi

A clean, modern playground. Reasonable parking. It was a hot day during our visit and there was not…read moremuch shade at all. Restrooms were also not well-kept.

Gorgeous renovated park in Sausalito perfect for the kids and family!…read more Free fitness classes offered throughout the week, no registration required! Kokoro Healing and Empowerment (Pilates/yoga/cardio/meditation) *Tuesdays - 5:30 to 6:30 pm Zumba *Wednesdays - 5:30pm to 6:30pm

Soft spongy turf that kids love

Abdominal chairs

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Slackers Hill

4.8

(23 reviews)

2.5 mi

Not crowded, very good view of the bridge. Nice easy walk to see the skyline, bridge and mountain…read more There is an old bunker that made it interesting. Restrooms are availble which is a bonus.

Great view, I always bring visitors here or Kirby cove. Not a long hike so I'd say you could bring…read morekids. But it is a hike.

View of San Francisco

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Off we go

Schoonmaker Beach

3.9

(13 reviews)

0.9 mi

Such a beautiful day out. The wind is strong but the breeze feels amazing! The sky is beautiful,…read morecalm, crystal blue with clouds slowly passing by. The beach is clean, the sand warm and it's the place to sit and take it all in - that's what I'm doing. My little one is at camp close by. After finishing my massage, I wanted a place to just exist and this place is definitely it. Thank you to Mary and Ritual Spa for recommending it. The sound of little campers plays as a backdrop close by then nothing but the sound of the wind dancing an occasional horn sound from a boat. So peaceful. Come. Enjoy. Relax. Play. Exist.

THIS BEACH IS CONTAMINATED!!!! It is absolutely disgusting and there are chemicals on both the…read morebeach and in the water. I will never bring my children or family there and no one should be sitting there or going in that horrid water, which also has sharp floating debris from the bay. On top of all that, people have their dogs illegally off leash, even though it says dogs must be on a leash. There were two off leash dogs FIGHTING right next to my kids and the owners could not control them. Dog owners also let their dogs' poop and pee everywhere and do not even clean it up!! It is unbelievable how unsanitary this beach is. DO NOT GO.

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Morning Sun Trail

4.4

(5 reviews)

1.3 mi

This is a half mile connector trail to other hikes in the headlands. I like it because you don't…read morehave to go through that creepy tunnel to get to the Marin Headlands. Parking can be limited since it's a commuter parking spot for the bus if you walk under the overpass across the highway, it's not so bad. It's a fairly trail steep surrounded by eucalyptus and oak trees. On a clear day can see all the way to Mount Diablo, the East Bay, and Angel Island.

The Morning Sun Trail is a short hike located right off Hwy101…read more Overall, it's a brisk and charming little trail--you can enjoy a nice cool breeze even in the hot summer. The path is easy to follow and shaded by many large eucalyptus trees, adding to the pleasant atmosphere. Morning Sun Trail 是一条位于101号公路旁的短途徒步路线。整体来说，这是一条轻松又迷人的小径，即使在炎热的夏天，也能享受凉爽的微风。步道非常好走，沿途有许多高大的桉树，增添了舒适宜人的氛围。

Can see Tiburon East Bay Angel Island and 101

Flowers along the way

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Flowers along the way

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Loved!! The perfect spot for my pup! Safe, fun, so enjoyable! And our pup feels the same

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Great park in every way.

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