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Dog-friendly outings in Berkeley
The dog is family too. These 8 verified Berkeley picks welcome the whole crew — leashes, kids, and all.
BerkeleyFree🐕 dog-friendly
Ohlone Dog Park
Always open
Dog Park — rated 4.5★ across 423 reviews.
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BerkeleyFree🐕 dog-friendly
Tilden Regional Park
Always open
Families love the variety of outdoor activities available, from hiking to animal encounters.
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BerkeleyFree🐕 dog-friendly
Lafayette Reservoir Recreation Area
Ongoing
Paved lakeside loop trail with pedal boats, fishing, and a playground — perfect family half-day.
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Berkeley🐕 dog-friendly
Angel Island State Park
Ongoing
Ferry ride to an island with 360-degree bay views, hiking, and immigration history — a quintessential Bay Area day trip.
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BerkeleyFree🐕 dog-friendly
Fort Funston Off-Leash Dog Beach
Ongoing
Families love it for the freedom their dogs have to run and play while enjoying beautiful coastal views.
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BerkeleyFree🐕 dog-friendly
World Dog Surfing Championships
Sat, Aug 1, 2026 · 9:00 AM-1:30 PM
Unique, laugh-out-loud entertainment that combines water-play energy with animal interaction—kids won't forget this.
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BerkeleyFree🐕 dog-friendly
Crissy Field Beach
Ongoing
Families love Crissy Field Beach for its stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and safe, calm waters for kids to play in.
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BerkeleyFree🐕 dog-friendly
Stern Grove
Ongoing
Free summer concerts, off-leash dog area, and hiking trails through eucalyptus groves.
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