Dog Friendly Stories

Northern CA

Greater by the Dozen
This hike is anything but a dime a dozen. The all-new "Golden Gate Dozen Trail" links 12 National Park sites on a spectacular 13-mile journey across San Francisco's coastline.
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Poplar Beach
Take a stroll and catch the surf scene from the bluffs above popular beaches or get your feet in the sand (dogs welcome, too) at sublime spots like Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay.
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Beers, Bites, and Buck’s
Grab lunch and enjoy beer-garden bliss in the historic towns of Woodside and Portola Valley, just west of Silicon Valley.
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Bike to Aardvark Beach
Two wheels, a fresh sea breeze, birds, and a beach stop: now that's a California bike ride. Pack a beach blanket and set out on this 16-mile out-and-back pedal along the San Francisco Bay to Aardvark Beach.
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The Big Chill
In LA, finding a place to chill can be the ultimate flex. So flex, in Franklin Canyon! This unexpected oasis has plenty of shade, cool lake breezes, and ample picnicking spots. Enjoy it on an easy-going 1-mile stroll along its reservoir and duck pond.
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Hastain for a Change
Los Angeles is famous for its canyon hikes, but you don’t have join the crowds on those ones! The 2.5-mile Hastain Loop, tucked into the southern end of Franklin Canyon, is every bit as scenic as some of the city’s more famous trails, only with less people.
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Franklin High
Visiting Franklin Canyon’s peaceful reservoir is a no brainer. But once you’ve covered that, then what?Our answer: Blinderman. This lesser-known trail is the perfect add-on for exploring the wild beauty of upper Franklin Canyon.
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Zoom Up Zuma
Some hikes just rise above the rest. The Zuma Ridge Trail is a 5.2-mile out-and-back hike that begins in a posh Malibu neighborhood before climbing to a stunning ridgeline with sweeping mountain and ocean views.
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