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Dogs in the North Coast region

233 of 268 places verified here allow dogs in at least some areas (87%).

Areas

Cities with their own page: Bodega Bay (8) · Crescent City (9) · Forestville (5) · Glen Ellen (6) · Guerneville (8) · Healdsburg (20) · Santa Rosa (25) · Sonoma (9) · The Sea Ranch (6) · Trinidad (10)

Counties (county rules apply in unincorporated areas): Del Norte County (19) · Humboldt County (49) · Mendocino County (55) · Lake County (15) · Sonoma County (112) · Napa County (18)

Show only:no pet fee (7)2+ dogs OK (22)off leash (18)dog parks (24)

Questions answered for this region: Which beaches allow dogs in the North Coast region? (11) · Which parks allow dogs in the North Coast region? (106) · Where can dogs run off leash in the North Coast region? (18) · Which hotels allow dogs in the North Coast region? (23) · Which campgrounds and RV parks allow dogs in the North Coast region? (49)

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Big parks and beaches

Parkland and shoreline outside any city in this region.

Big parks and beaches in the North Coast region
PlaceTownDogsAnswerLeashVerified
Humboldt Bay National Wildlife RefugeNoNo. Retrieval dogs are allowed on designated days in designated areas during waterfowl hunting season. The refuge says the presence of dogs, even leashed, can scare wildlife away from the trail.Retrieval dogs are allowed on designated days in designated November 1, 2026
Ma-le'l Dunes Cooperative Management AreaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs are allowed only on BLM property (the southern 206 acres).Off leash allowedNovember 1, 2026
Napa Valley Vine TrailYesYes, on leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Redwood National and State ParksYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Leashed pets are allowed in developed campgrounds, on beaches (including Freshwater Beach, Gold Bluffs Beach and Crescent Beach), in picnic areas, on roads (including Cal Barrel Road and Walker Road) and at some parking areas. Pets are not allowed on park trails or at ranger-led programs.RequiredOctober 26, 2026

Hotels and lodging

Hotels and lodging in the North Coast region
PlaceTownDogsAnswerPet feeWeight limitPetsVerified
Bear Basin Butte Lookout / Pierson CabinNoNo. Pets are not allowed in the cabin or lookout.October 28, 2026
BEST WESTERN PLUS Wine Country Inn & Suites*Varies by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Extended Stay America - Santa Rosa - North*YesYes, 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 nightUp to 2; more with approvalOctober 26, 2026
Motel 6 Eureka, CA*YesYes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee.No pet feeUp to 2October 28, 2026
Motel 6 Fort Bragg*YesYes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee.No pet feeUp to 2October 28, 2026
Motel 6 Napa*YesYes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee.No pet feeUp to 2October 28, 2026
Motel 6 Ukiah*YesYes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee.No pet feeUp to 2October 28, 2026
Best Western Arcata Inn*ArcataVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Best Western Plus Stevenson Manor*CalistogaVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Best Western El Grande Inn*ClearlakeVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Best Western Plus Northwoods Inn*Crescent CityVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Curly Redwood LodgeCrescent CityNoNo. Pets are not allowed.November 1, 2026
Best Western Plus Bayshore Inn*EurekaVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn*EurekaVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Best Western, Fort Bragg*Fort BraggVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Noyo Harbor InnFort BraggYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Only some rooms accept dogs. The page states no pet fee, size limit or number of pets.October 31, 2026
Best Western Country Inn*FortunaVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Best Western Plus Humboldt House Inn*GarbervilleVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Best Western Dry Creek Inn*HealdsburgVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Camellia InnHealdsburgYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash; up to 1 pet per room; up to 50 lb each; $50 pet fee. One dog under 50 pounds at a time, in four designated rooms; ask before booking. Owners pay for damage that needs deep cleaning or repair, and the inn may ask guests to kennel a dog that disturbs others.$50 pet feeUp to 50 lb per petUp to 1November 1, 2026
h2hotelHealdsburgYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash; up to 50 lb each; $99 per stay. Dogs must weigh 50 pounds or less (the hotel may make exceptions case by case), be on a leash on hotel property outside the guest room, and be crated if left alone in the room. Dogs are not allowed in the food and beverage outlets, fitness room or pool area.$99 per stayUp to 50 lb per petNovember 1, 2026
Hotel HealdsburgHealdsburgYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash; up to 50 lb each; $99 per stay. Dogs are not allowed in any food and beverage outlet, the fitness room or the pool area.$99 per stayUp to 50 lb per petOctober 31, 2026
Hotel Trio HealdsburgHealdsburgYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: up to 2 pets per room; up to 75 lb each. Up to 2 dogs per room, 75 pounds maximum. A non-refundable pet fee applies per stay; the FAQ does not give the amount.Up to 75 lb per petUp to 2October 31, 2026
The MadronaHealdsburgYesYes: $150 per stay.$150 per stayNovember 1, 2026
Heritage House Resort & SpaLittle RiverYesYes: up to 2 pets per room; $75 per pet per stay.$75 per pet per stayUp to 2October 31, 2026
Little River InnLittle RiverYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: up to 2 pets per room; no weight limit; $30 per pet per night. Only some rooms are pet friendly: say when booking that you are bringing a pet. Guests pay for any damage a pet causes.$30 per pet per nightNo weight limitUp to 2October 31, 2026
Agate Cove InnMendocinoNoNo. Pets are not allowed.November 1, 2026
Headlands InnMendocinoYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Small, well-behaved pets only, in three rooms and by prior arrangement; a cleaning charge applies. The page says "pets" and does not give the amount, a weight limit or leash rules.November 1, 2026
MacCallum HouseMendocinoYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: $40 per night.$40 per nightOctober 31, 2026
Stanford InnMendocinoYesYes: on leash; $45 per stay.$45 per stayOctober 31, 2026
Trailborn MendocinoMendocinoYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash; up to 2 pets per room; up to 40 lb each. A daily pet fee is added to the room charge; the page does not state the amount. Tell the hotel when you book, since availability is limited.Up to 40 lb per petUp to 2October 31, 2026
Best Western Plus Elm House Inn*NapaVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Best Western Plus Inn At the Vines*NapaVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
BEST WESTERN PREMIER Ivy Hotel Napa*NapaVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Best Western Sonoma Winegrower's Inn*Rohnert ParkVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Motel 6 Rohnert Park, CA*Rohnert ParkYesYes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee.No pet feeUp to 2October 28, 2026
Best Western Garden Inn*Santa RosaVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026
Extended Stay America - Santa Rosa - South*Santa RosaYesYes, 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 nightUp to 2; more with approvalOctober 26, 2026
Flamingo ResortSanta RosaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: up to 2 pets per room; $50 per pet per night. Dogs only, two per room; guests sign a dog policy agreement at check-in. Dogs are not permitted in the pool area unless certified service animals.$50 per pet per nightUp to 2November 1, 2026
El Dorado HotelSonomaYesYes: $75 pet fee.$75 pet feeNovember 1, 2026
Sonoma HotelSonomaNoNo. Pets are not allowed.November 1, 2026
Harvest InnSt. HelenaYesYes: on leash; up to 2 pets per room; $150 per stay.$150 per stayUp to 2October 31, 2026
Lost Whale InnTrinidadNoNo. Pets are not allowed.November 1, 2026
Motel 6 Ukiah – North*UkiahYesYes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee.No pet feeUp to 2October 28, 2026
Best Western Willits Inn*WillitsVaries by locationDepends 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 nightUp to 80 lb per petUp to 2October 26, 2026

* Brand policy: the chain's published rules, not yet confirmed by this hotel.

Campgrounds and RV parks

Campgrounds and RV parks in the North Coast region
PlaceTownDogsAnswerPet feeWeight limitPetsVerified
Aikens Creek West CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Bear Creek CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Big Flat CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Boise Creek CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Deer Valley CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
E-Ne-Nuck CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
East Fork CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Eel River CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Fish Lake CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Fuller Grove CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Fuller Grove Group CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Grassy Flat CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Hammerhorn CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Howard Lake CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Howard Meadows CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Little Doe CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Lower Nye CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Middle Creek CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Nadelos Campground (King Range)YesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Navy Camp CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
North Fork CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Oak Flat CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Panther Flat CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Patrick Creek CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Pearch Creek CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Penny Pines CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Pogie Point CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Ruby Van Deventer County ParkYesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Sunset CampgroundYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Tolkan Campground (King Range)YesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Van Duzen County ParkYesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Wailaki Campground (King Range)YesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Samoa CampgroundArcataYesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Florence Keller Regional ParkCrescent CityYesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Ramblin' Redwoods Campground & RV ParkCrescent CityYesYes: up to 3 pets per site; up to $30 per pet per stay.Up to $30 per pet per stayUp to 3October 28, 2026
Redwood Meadows RV ResortCrescent CityYesYes: up to 3 pets per site; dog park on site; no fee for the first 2 pets.No fee for the first 2 petsUp to 3October 28, 2026
Casini Ranch Family CampgroundDuncans MillsYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash; dog park on site; $5 per night. Dogs are not allowed in most cottages, ranch wagons, cabins and other permanent structure sites.$5 per nightOctober 28, 2026
River Bend ResortForestvilleYesYes, in tent and RV sites: on leash; $25 per pet per stay.$25 per pet per stayOctober 28, 2026
Pomo RV Park & CampgroundFort BraggYesYes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet.October 28, 2026
Johnson's Beach Resort (campground and cabins)GuernevilleYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash; up to 2 pets per site; $50 pet fee. Dogs only (the page says pets are not allowed on the beach at any time). $50 pet fee in the campground, $100 in bungalows, tiny homes and cavas cabanas.$50 pet feeUp to 2November 1, 2026
Schoolhouse Canyon CampgroundGuernevilleYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash. No Pit Bulls, Staffordshire Terriers, Mastiffs, American Bulldogs, or dogs that have shown aggression toward dogs or people.October 28, 2026
The Highlands ResortGuernevilleYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on a leash no longer than 6 feet; up to 2 pets per site; $100 per stay. Dogs stay only in specific cabins booked ahead by phone; the tents are not dog-friendly, and dogs may not go in the pool. No cats.$100 per stayUp to 2October 28, 2026
Mendocino GroveMendocinoYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash; up to 2 pets per site; dog park on site; $35 per pet per night. Dogs stay only in designated pet-friendly tents; add your dog to the reservation before you arrive. No puppies under a year old.$35 per pet per nightUp to 2October 28, 2026
Giant Redwoods RV & Cabin DestinationMyers FlatYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on a leash no longer than 6 feet; up to 3 pets per site; dog park on site. No Rottweilers, Pit Bulls or similar breeds, and no aggressive or excessively barking dogs.Up to 3October 28, 2026
A.W. Way County ParkPetroliaYesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Mattole Campground (King Range)PetroliaYesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Clifford Kamph Memorial ParkSmith RiverYesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Big Lagoon County ParkTrinidadYesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026
Clam Beach County ParkTrinidadYesYes: on leash.November 1, 2026

Cabins and cottages

Cabins and cottages in the North Coast region
PlaceTownDogsAnswerPet feeWeight limitPetsVerified
Clear Lake Cottages & MarinaClearlakeYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash; up to 3 pets per cabin; $35 per night. Dogs stay only in the designated dog-friendly cottages.$35 per nightUp to 3October 28, 2026
Dawn RanchGuernevilleYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions: on leash; up to 2 pets per cabin; $150 per stay. Dogs stay only in select dog-friendly cabins, by request to hello@dawnranch.com. No dogs in indoor dining or the pool area; a dog found in another cabin costs at least $500.$150 per stayUp to 2October 28, 2026

Beaches

Beaches in the North Coast region
PlaceTownDogsAnswerLeashVerified
Scotty Creek BeachBodega BayYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Caspar Headlands State BeachCasparYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Greenwood State BeachElkYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Steelhead Beach Regional ParkForestvilleYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Sunset Beach River ParkForestvilleYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Johnson's Beach (Guerneville)GuernevilleNoNo. Pets are not allowed on the beach at any time. Dogs are allowed only in the resort's campground, bungalows, tiny homes and cabanas.Pets are not allowed on the beach at any time. Dogs are alloNovember 1, 2026
Healdsburg Veterans Memorial BeachHealdsburgYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Leashed dogs only, on the lawn and in the parking lot; not on the beach or in the river.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Schooner Gulch State BeachPoint ArenaYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Pelican State BeachSmith RiverYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on the beach.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Little River State BeachTrinidadYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Yes on waveslope only, on leash.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Trinidad State BeachTrinidadYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Westport-Union Landing State BeachWestportYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026

Parks

Parks in the North Coast region
PlaceTownDogsAnswerLeashVerified
Humboldt Bay National Wildlife RefugeNoNo. Retrieval dogs are allowed on designated days in designated areas during waterfowl hunting season. The refuge says the presence of dogs, even leashed, can scare wildlife away from the trail.Retrieval dogs are allowed on designated days in designated November 1, 2026
Ma-le'l Dunes Cooperative Management AreaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs are allowed only on BLM property (the southern 206 acres).Off leash allowedNovember 1, 2026
Redwood National and State ParksYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Leashed pets are allowed in developed campgrounds, on beaches (including Freshwater Beach, Gold Bluffs Beach and Crescent Beach), in picnic areas, on roads (including Cal Barrel Road and Walker Road) and at some parking areas. Pets are not allowed on park trails or at ranger-led programs.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Navarro River Redwoods State ParkAlbionYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Soda Springs ReserveAnnapolisYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Arcata Community ForestArcataYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Arcata Marsh and Wildlife SanctuaryArcataYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Running Fence - Watson School Historic ParkBodegaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Doran Regional ParkBodega BayYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Sonoma Coast State ParkBodega BayYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed on specified beaches: Marshall Gulch, Carmet Beach, Schoolhouse Beach, Portuguese Beach, Duncan's Cover, Wright's Beach, Furlong Gulch, Shell Beach, Blind Beach, Russian Gulch. Dogs not allowed in Pomo Canyon and Willow Creek environmental campgrounds.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Westside Regional ParkBodega BayYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Faulkner County ParkBoonvilleYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Bothe-Napa Valley State ParkCalistogaYes, with restrictionsYes, 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.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Robert Louis Stevenson State ParkCalistogaNoNo. Dogs are not allowed.October 26, 2026
Grizzly Creek Redwood State ParkCarlottaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Caspar Headlands State Natural ReserveCasparYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Jug Handle State Natural ReserveCasparYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed on beach and headland trails west of Highway 1. Dogs not allowed on Staircase Trail or areas east of Highway 1.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Kruse Rhododendron State Natural ReserveCazaderoYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Salt Point State ParkCazaderoYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs are allowed on-leash in the campground, on paved areas, and on trails from campground to cove. Dogs are prohibited on hiking trails and beach areas.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Cloverdale River ParkCloverdaleYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Del Norte Coast Redwoods State ParkCrescent CityYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Dog Town Dog Park (Beachfront Park)Crescent CityYesYes. This is a dog park.At the east end of Beachfront Park, parking off Battery StreNovember 1, 2026
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State ParkCrescent CityYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Tolowa Dunes State ParkCrescent CityNoNo. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.October 26, 2026
Del Norte Dog ParkEurekaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedNovember 1, 2026
Eureka Dog ParkEurekaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedNovember 1, 2026
Fort Humboldt State Historic ParkEurekaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed in buildings.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Sequoia Park (Eureka)EurekaYesYes, on leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Forestville River AccessForestvilleYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Wohler Bridge Fishing AccessForestvilleYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
MacKerricher State ParkFort BraggYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs not allowed: Seal Rookery, Virgin Creek Beach, Ten Mile Beach and Dunes (Inglenook Fen- Ten Mile Dunes NP).RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Noyo Headlands ParkFort BraggYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 28, 2026
Newburg Park (Dennis Wendt Sports Complex)FortunaYesYes, on leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Rohner ParkFortunaYesYes, on leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Benbow State Recreation AreaGarbervilleYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Richardson Grove State ParkGarbervilleYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Jack London State Historic ParkGlen EllenYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in historic zone and developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: trails, dirt roads, backcountry areas, historic buildings, and historic gardens.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Moran Goodman ParkGlen EllenYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Sonoma Valley Regional ParkGlen EllenYesYes. This is a dog park.Varies by areaOctober 31, 2026
Bower ParkGualalaYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Gualala Point Regional ParkGualalaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural ReserveGuernevilleYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs must be controlled on a leash at ALL times during your visit to your parks. Dogs on leash are only allowed on the main, paved road, in one of the developed picnic areas or within your registered campsite at Bullfrog Pond Campground. Dogs are NOT allowed on any dirt trail or dirt road. If camping, your pet will need to stay in your tent or in your vehicle overnight.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Austin Creek State Recreation AreaGuernevilleYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Guerneville River ParkGuernevilleYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Badger Park Dog ParkHealdsburgYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 31, 2026
Del Rio WoodsHealdsburgYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Riverfront Regional ParkHealdsburgYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Fort Ross State Historic ParkJennerYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Stillwater Cove Regional ParkJennerYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Clear Lake State ParkKelseyvilleYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in parking lot, paved roadway, campgrounds. Dogs not allowed on trails or day-use areas.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Kenwood Plaza ParkKenwoodYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Shaw ParkKenwoodYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs are allowed off leash Monday through Friday from sunrise to 9 a.m. and from 5 p.m. to sunset.Off leash allowed at certain times or seasonsOctober 31, 2026
Sugarloaf Ridge State ParkKenwoodYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in historic zone and developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: trails, dirt roads, and backcountry areas.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Smithe Redwoods State Natural ReserveLeggettYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Standish-Hickey State Recreation AreaLeggettYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Van Damme State ParkLittle RiverYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed in campground, beach and Spring Ranch. Dogs not allowed on Fern Canyon Trail, Old Logging Road Trail, or Pygmy Forest Trail.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Anderson Marsh State Historic ParkLower LakeNoNo. Dogs allowed in parking lot only.Dogs allowed in parking lot only.October 26, 2026
Manchester State ParkManchesterYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed in campground. Dogs not allowed on beach or on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Azalea State Natural ReserveMcKinleyvilleYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Mendocino Headlands State Park (incl. Ford House)MendocinoYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Mendocino Woodlands State ParkMendocinoNoNo. Dogs are not allowed.October 26, 2026
Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic ParkMendocinoYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Russian Gulch State ParkMendocinoYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed in campground, beach, and trails west of Highway 1. Dogs not allowed on Fern Canyon Trail or trails east of Highway 1.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Humboldt Redwoods State ParkMyers FlatYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
John B. Dewitt Redwoods State Natural ReserveMyers FlatYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Alston ParkNapaYesYes. This is a dog park.Varies by areaNovember 1, 2026
Kennedy ParkNapaYesYes.Varies by areaNovember 1, 2026
Shurtleff ParkNapaYesYes. This is a dog park.Varies by areaNovember 1, 2026
Prairie Creek Redwoods State ParkOrickYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Helen Putnam Regional ParkPetalumaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Petaluma Adobe State Historic ParkPetalumaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: Adobe Creek, backcountry areas, and historic buildings.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Tolay Lake Regional ParkPetalumaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Hendy Woods State ParkPhiloYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed in campground and day-use area. Dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Indian Creek County ParkPhiloYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Reynolds Wayside CampgroundPiercyYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Sinkyone Wilderness State ParkPiercyYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Redwood Valley Lions Club ParkRedwood ValleyYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Crane Creek Regional ParkRohnert ParkYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Samoa Dunes Recreation AreaSamoaYesYes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control.Off leash allowed under voice controlNovember 1, 2026
A Place to Play Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
Andy's Unity ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is a dog park.Varies by areaOctober 31, 2026
Coffey Neighborhood Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
Cook School Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
DeTurk Round Barn Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
Doyle Community Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
Finali Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
Galvin Community Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
Harvest Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
Hood Mountain Regional Park and Open Space PreserveSanta RosaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Maddux Ranch Regional ParkSanta RosaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and Open Space PreserveSanta RosaNoNo. The county's page lists dogs as not allowed on the trails; it does not say whether they are allowed elsewhere in the park.The county's page lists dogs as not allowed on the trails; iOctober 31, 2026
Northwest Community Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
Rincon Valley Community Park Dog ParkSanta RosaYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedOctober 30, 2026
Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Open Space PreserveSanta RosaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Tom Schopflin FieldsSanta RosaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Trione-Annadel State ParkSanta RosaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in developed areas like Channel Drive. Dogs not allowed on trails, dirt roads, or in backcountry.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Ragle Ranch Regional ParkSebastopolYesYes. This is a dog park.Varies by areaOctober 31, 2026
Ernie Smith Community ParkSonomaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Larson ParkSonomaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Maxwell Farms Regional ParkSonomaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Sonoma State Historic ParkSonomaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in historic zone and developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: trails, dirt roads, backcountry areas, historic buildings, and historic gardens.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Bale Grist Mill State Historic ParkSt. HelenaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs allowed only in developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: trails, backcountry areas, historic buildings, and historic gardens.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Moore Creek Park (Hennessy Unit)St. HelenaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Dogs are not permitted in the water at Lake Hennessy, the City of Napa's drinking water.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Harry A. Merlo State Recreation AreaTrinidadYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Humboldt Lagoons State ParkTrinidadYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed in campsites, on trails, or in dune areas.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Sue-meg State ParkTrinidadYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Low Gap Dog ParkUkiahYesYes. This is an off-leash dog park.Off leash allowedNovember 1, 2026
Low Gap ParkUkiahYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Mill Creek ParkUkiahYesYes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Montgomery Woods State Natural ReserveUkiahNoNo. Dogs are not allowed.October 26, 2026
Admiral William Standley State Recreation AreaWestportYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.RequiredOctober 26, 2026
Foothill Regional ParkWindsorYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Shiloh Ranch Regional ParkWindsorNoNo. The county's page lists dogs as not allowed on the trails; it does not say whether they are allowed elsewhere in the park.The county's page lists dogs as not allowed on the trails; iOctober 31, 2026
Mailliard Redwoods State Natural ReserveYorkvilleNoNo. No developed trails or facilities.No developed trails or facilities.October 26, 2026
Napa River Ecological ReserveYountvilleYesYes, on leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026

Trails

Trails in the North Coast region
PlaceTownDogsAnswerLeashVerified
Napa Valley Vine TrailYesYes, on leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Napa River Bay TrailAmerican CanyonYesYes, on leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Bird Walk Coastal Access TrailBodega BayYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Coastal Prairie TrailBodega BayYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Pinnacle Gulch Coastal Access TrailBodega BayYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Shorttail Gulch Coastal Access TrailBodega BayYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Oat Hill Mine TrailCalistogaYesYes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control.Off leash allowed under voice controlNovember 1, 2026
Colgan Creek TrailSanta RosaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Hunter Creek TrailSanta RosaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Joe Rodota TrailSanta RosaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Santa Rosa Creek TrailSanta RosaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
West County Regional TrailSebastopolYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Sonoma Valley Regional TrailSonomaYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Black Point Coastal Access TrailThe Sea RanchYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Bluff Top Public Access TrailThe Sea RanchYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Pebble Beach Coastal Access TrailThe Sea RanchYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Shell Beach Coastal Access TrailThe Sea RanchYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Stengel Beach Coastal Access TrailThe Sea RanchYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Walk-On Beach Coastal Access TrailThe Sea RanchYesYes, on leash.RequiredOctober 31, 2026

Rest areas

Rest areas in the North Coast region
PlaceTownDogsAnswerLeashVerified
Collier Tunnel Rest Area (US-199)GasquetYesYes. This rest area has a designated pet area.October 28, 2026
Empire Camp Rest Area (northbound US-101)LaytonvilleYesYes. This rest area has a designated pet area.October 28, 2026
Irvine Lodge Rest Area (northbound US-101)LaytonvilleYesYes. This rest area has a designated pet area.October 28, 2026
Moss Cove Rest Area (southbound US-101)LaytonvilleYesYes. This rest area has a designated pet area.October 28, 2026
Trinidad Rest Area (northbound US-101)TrinidadYesYes. This rest area has a designated pet area.October 28, 2026
Trinidad Rest Area (southbound US-101)TrinidadYesYes. This rest area has a designated pet area.October 28, 2026

Places to eat and drink

Places to eat and drink in the North Coast region
PlaceTownDogsAnswerLeashVerified
Anderson Valley Brewing CompanyBoonvilleYesYes, the 30-acre Beer Park.The brewery calls the Beer Park dog friendly. The page does October 31, 2026
HarborView Bistro and BarFort BraggYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. The inn's page offers pet-friendly patio spots at the bistro, which fill up fast. It does not state a leash rule.The inn's page offers pet-friendly patio spots at the bistroOctober 31, 2026
Benziger Family WineryGlen EllenYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Leashed dogs only. Dogs are not allowed at indoor tastings and tours.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Imagery Estate WineryGlen EllenYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Leashed dogs only, for the duration of the visit.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Little Vineyards Family WineryGlen EllenYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Well-behaved dogs on leashes, in the outdoor areas.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Gary Farrell WineryHealdsburgNoNo. Pets are not permitted at the winery, except trained service animals.Pets are not permitted at the winery, except trained serviceNovember 1, 2026
Jordan Vineyard & WineryHealdsburgNoNo. Pets are not allowed on the property; exceptions are made for service animals.Pets are not allowed on the property; exceptions are made foNovember 1, 2026
Lambert Bridge WineryHealdsburgYesYes, on a leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Merriam VineyardsHealdsburgYesYes, on a leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Papapietro Perry WineryHealdsburgYesYes.Supervised dogs are welcome. The page does not say where on November 1, 2026
Ridge Vineyards, Lytton SpringsHealdsburgYesYes, on a leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Rodney Strong VineyardsHealdsburgYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Well-behaved dogs on leashes during regular tasting hours, on the Terrace and Green only. Not at winery events, including the Summer Concert Series.RequiredOctober 31, 2026
Stuhlmuller VineyardsHealdsburgYesYes.The winery welcomes dogs; its page does not say where on theOctober 31, 2026
Truett-Hurst WineryHealdsburgYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Well-behaved dogs on a leash, at non-carpeted tables and on the patio; not on carpets or furniture.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Wilson WineryHealdsburgYesYes, on a leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Lagunitas Brewing TapRoom, PetalumaPetalumaYesYes.The TapRoom page says "Pets welcome." It does not say where October 31, 2026
Moonlight Brewing CompanySanta RosaYesYes.Well-behaved dogs are welcome at the taproom. The page does October 31, 2026
Bartholomew Estate WinerySonomaYesYes, on a leash.RequiredNovember 1, 2026
Gloria Ferrer Caves & VineyardsSonomaNoNo. Service animals only.Service animals only.October 31, 2026
Harvest TableSt. HelenaYes, with restrictionsYes, with restrictions. Pets are permitted on the al fresco patio, not in the indoor dining area. The Inn requires dogs to be on a leash in all public areas.Pets are permitted on the al fresco patio, not in the indoorOctober 31, 2026