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Dogs in the North Bay
Marin and Solano counties: Point Reyes, Muir Beach, Rodeo Beach and the towns across the Golden Gate.
Can I bring my dog in the North Bay?
32 of 39 verified places in the North Bay allow dogs in at least some areas. Off leash is stated for 7 places, including Centennial Off-leash Dog Park, Cordelia Community Park Dog Park, and Lagoon Valley Dog Park. 5 beaches allow dogs. 10 places to stay take dogs.
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Big parks and beaches
Regional and national parkland and shoreline that spans cities or sits outside any. Each is also listed on the nearest city pages.
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kehoe Beach (Point Reyes National Seashore) | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Leashed pets only, on the part of the beach north of the Kehoe Beach trail. Sections can close temporarily to dogs. | Required | October 31, 2026 | |
| Limantour Beach (Point Reyes National Seashore) | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Leashed pets only, on the stretch southeast of the parking lot to the beach adjacent to Coast Camp. Sections can close temporarily to dogs. | Required | October 31, 2026 | |
| Muir Beach | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. On the beach itself, dogs may be on leash or under voice control. On Kaashi Way and the Coastal Trail, dogs must be leashed. The Redwood Creek lagoon and riparian area are closed. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 26, 2026 | |
| Muir Woods National Monument | No | No. Pets are not permitted in Muir Woods, including on trails and at ranger-led programs. The park suggests nearby Muir Beach and some Marin Headlands trails instead. | Pets are not permitted in Muir Woods, including on trails an | October 26, 2026 | |
| Point Reyes Beach / Great Beach (Point Reyes National Seashore) | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Leashed pets only, on the stretch the Park Service lists. Sections can close temporarily to dogs. | Required | October 31, 2026 | |
| Point Reyes National Seashore | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Leashed pets are allowed in parking lots, along public roads, on the Kehoe Beach Trail and the Niman Ranch/Commonweal area paths, and on sections of Kehoe Beach, Limantour Beach and Point Reyes (Great) Beach. All other trails, beaches and off-trail lands are closed to pets. Since May 30, 2023, pets are not permitted on National Seashore beaches on the west side of Tomales Bay or anywhere in the Tomales Point Elk Reserve. | Required | October 26, 2026 | |
| Rodeo Beach (Marin Headlands) | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may be on leash or under voice control on Rodeo Beach and South Rodeo Beach, excluding the lagoon. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 26, 2026 |
Other towns
Towns with fewer verified places. A town gets its own page once it has its own dog rules on file or five verified places with a dog area, beach or trail among them.
Belvedere-Tiburon
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Island State Park | Belvedere-Tiburon | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | October 26, 2026 |
Benicia
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benicia Capitol State Historic Park | Benicia | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | October 26, 2026 | |
| Benicia State Recreation Area | Benicia | Yes | Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. | Required | October 26, 2026 |
Corte Madera
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Pet fee | Weight limit | Pets | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Western Corte Madera Inn* | Corte Madera | Varies by location | Depends on the hotel: Best Western lets each hotel decide. Where pets are accepted: up to 2 pets per room; up to 80 lb each; up to $40 per room per night. | Up to $40 per room per night | Up to 80 lb per pet | Up to 2 | October 26, 2026 |
* Brand policy: the chain's published rules, not yet confirmed by this hotel.
Dixon
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Pet fee | Weight limit | Pets | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Western Plus Dixon Davis* | Dixon | Varies by location | Depends on the hotel: Best Western lets each hotel decide. Where pets are accepted: up to 2 pets per room; up to 80 lb each; up to $40 per room per night. | Up to $40 per room per night | Up to 80 lb per pet | Up to 2 | October 26, 2026 |
| Motel 6, Dixon* | Dixon | Yes | Yes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee. | No pet fee | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 |
* Brand policy: the chain's published rules, not yet confirmed by this hotel.
Fairfield
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Pet fee | Weight limit | Pets | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Western Cordelia Inn* | Fairfield | Varies by location | Depends on the hotel: Best Western lets each hotel decide. Where pets are accepted: up to 2 pets per room; up to 80 lb each; up to $40 per room per night. | Up to $40 per room per night | Up to 80 lb per pet | Up to 2 | October 26, 2026 |
| Cordelia Community Park Dog Park | Fairfield | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | October 31, 2026 | |||
| Extended Stay America - Fairfield - Napa Valley* | Fairfield | Yes | Yes, under the Extended Stay America brand policy: up to 2 pets per room, more with approval; no longer than 36 inches and no taller than 36 inches; up to $25 per pet per night. | Up to $25 per pet per night | Up to 2; more with approval | October 26, 2026 | |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites Fairfield* | Fairfield | Yes | Yes, under the La Quinta by Wyndham brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; weight limits set by each location; $25 per room per night, up to $75 per stay. | $25 per room per night, up to $75 per stay | Set by each location | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 |
| Motel 6, Fairfield* | Fairfield | Yes | Yes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee. | No pet fee | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 |
* Brand policy: the chain's published rules, not yet confirmed by this hotel.
Lagunitas
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel P. Taylor State Park | Lagunitas | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in the picnic day-use area, campground, and on the Cross Marin Trail. Dogs not allowed in the hike-and-bike site, in the creek, in the cabins, and on any other trails or undeveloped areas. | Required | October 26, 2026 |
Marshall
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park | Marshall | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Please contact Maroni Conference Center at (415) 663-9020 or visit their website at Marconi State Park - Marconi Conference Center for information regarding their dog policy. | Required | October 26, 2026 |
Mill Valley
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Tamalpais State Park | Mill Valley | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: trails, dirt roads, and backcountry areas. | Required | October 26, 2026 |
| The Junction (Tam Junction beer garden) | Mill Valley | Yes | Yes. | The venue calls itself dog and bike friendly; its page does | October 31, 2026 |
Novato
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Pet fee | Weight limit | Pets | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn* | Novato | Varies by location | Depends on the hotel: Best Western lets each hotel decide. Where pets are accepted: up to 2 pets per room; up to 80 lb each; up to $40 per room per night. | Up to $40 per room per night | Up to 80 lb per pet | Up to 2 | October 26, 2026 |
| Olompali State Historic Park | Novato | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: trails, dirt roads, backcountry areas, historic buildings, and historic gardens. | October 26, 2026 |
* Brand policy: the chain's published rules, not yet confirmed by this hotel.
Point Reyes Station
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomales Bay State Park | Point Reyes Station | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only at Vista Point Picnic Area. | Required | October 26, 2026 |
San Rafael
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Pet fee | Weight limit | Pets | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Camp State Park | San Rafael | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: trails, dirt roads, backcountry areas, historic buildings, and historic gardens. | October 26, 2026 | |||
| Extended Stay America, San Rafael* | San Rafael | Yes | Yes, under the Extended Stay America brand policy: up to 2 pets per room, more with approval; no longer than 36 inches and no taller than 36 inches; up to $25 per pet per night. | Up to $25 per pet per night | Up to 2; more with approval | October 26, 2026 | |
| Motel 6, San Rafael* | San Rafael | Yes | Yes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee. | No pet fee | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 |
* Brand policy: the chain's published rules, not yet confirmed by this hotel.
Sausalito
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H. Dana Bower Rest Area (northbound US-101) | Sausalito | Yes | Yes. This rest area has a designated pet area. | October 28, 2026 | |
| Sausalito Seahorse | Sausalito | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs and service pets are welcome in the garden and covered patio. | Dogs and service pets are welcome in the garden and covered | October 31, 2026 |
Vacaville
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Pet fee | Weight limit | Pets | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial Off-leash Dog Park | Vacaville | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | October 31, 2026 | |||
| Extended Stay America Sacramento-Vacaville* | Vacaville | Yes | Yes, under the Extended Stay America brand policy: up to 2 pets per room, more with approval; no longer than 36 inches and no taller than 36 inches; up to $25 per pet per night. | Up to $25 per pet per night | Up to 2; more with approval | October 26, 2026 | |
| Lagoon Valley Dog Park | Vacaville | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | October 31, 2026 | |||
| Motel 6, Vacaville* | Vacaville | Yes | Yes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee. | No pet fee | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 | |
| Owl Off-leash Dog Park | Vacaville | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | October 31, 2026 |
* Brand policy: the chain's published rules, not yet confirmed by this hotel.
Vallejo
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter Hill Rest Area (westbound I-80) | Vallejo | Yes | Yes. This rest area has a designated pet area. | October 28, 2026 | |
| Wardlaw Dog Park | Vallejo | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | October 30, 2026 |
Elsewhere in the North Bay
Places whose records name no town.
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Pet fee | Weight limit | Pets | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motel 6 Fairfield* | Yes | Yes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee. | No pet fee | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 | ||
| Red Roof Inn & Suites Vallejo* | Yes | Yes, under the Red Roof Inn brand policy: up to 2 pets per room, more with approval; up to 80 lb each; first pet stays free. | First pet free | Up to 80 lb per pet | Up to 2; more with approval | October 26, 2026 |
* Brand policy: the chain's published rules, not yet confirmed by this hotel.
Counties
County rules apply in unincorporated areas: Marin County · Solano County.