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Heather Dog Exercise Area
Park · San Carlos · San Mateo County · California
Are dogs allowed at Heather Dog Exercise Area?
Yes. Dogs may be off leash.
- Leash
- Off leash allowed
410.2 On US-101 at mile 410.2, 1.8 mi off the freeway. See every dog stop on US-101.
489.6 On Highway 1 at mile 489.6, 8.8 mi off the highway. See every dog stop on Highway 1.
Rules
| Rule | Value | Source | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs allowed | YesEntrance on Melendy Drive next to Heather School, west of the school parking lot. Partly enclosed. | [1] City of San Carlos | October 29, 2026 |
| Leash | Off leash allowed | [1] City of San Carlos | October 29, 2026 |
| Amenities | Waste stations and pooper scoopers, Shade, Trails | [1] City of San Carlos | October 29, 2026 |
Location
2700 Melendy Drive, San Carlos, 94070 · San Mateo County · California · Map (OpenStreetMap)
Managed by City of San Carlos. Official page
Sources
- Heather Dog Exercise Area (cityofsancarlos.org), City of San Carlos. Government agency, checked October 29, 2026.
Entrance: On Melendy Drive, adjacent to Heather School, west of the school parking lot The Heather Dog Exercise Area is a lovely destination for dog owners and their furry companions to enjoy off-leash fun and socialization. ... This spacious, partially enclosed park offers a safe and welcoming environment where dogs can run freely, play, and explore.
- Location: Census Geocoder match for 2700 MELENDY DR, SAN CARLOS, CA, 94070 (geocoding.geo.census.gov), U.S. Census Bureau. Government agency, checked October 29, 2026.
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Heather Dog Exercise Area (San Carlos, CA): Yes. Dogs may be off leash. Source: City of San Carlos, checked 2026-10-29. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/heather-dog-exercise-area/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).
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