Wag of Approval

Here are the hikes that have earned our highest rating:

Alabama Hills
Alabama Hills, Inyo County
Rock formations, canyons, and desert flatlands.
Bennettville Trail
Bennettville Trail, Mono County
Hike this big expanse of meadows along a stream and mountain backdrops in the Inyo National Forest.
Bidwell Park
Bidwell Park, Butte County
Explore this large city park with a huge rugged section where dogs are allowed off-leash.
Big Bear Lake - Cougar Crest Trail
Big Bear Lake - Cougar Crest Trail, San Bernardino County
Climb up to spectacular views of the Big Bear area
Carmel Beach City Park
Carmel Beach City Park, Monterey County
Beautiful white sand beach with a backdrop of cypress and pine trees.
Devil's Punchbowl Natural Area
Devil's Punchbowl Natural Area, Los Angeles County
See spectacular geological formations in this 1,310 acre park.
Devils Postpile National Monument
Devils Postpile National Monument, Madera County
Explore columnar basalt formations known as the Devils Postpile and hike along the San Joaquin River.
Douglas Family Preserve
Douglas Family Preserve, Santa Barbara County
Enjoy beautiful views of beaches, ocean and lush greenery in this bluff top preserve.
Fiesta Island
Fiesta Island, San Diego County
Explore this large sandy island where dogs are allowed off-leash.
Fort Funston
Fort Funston, San Francisco County
Popular San Francisco bluff and beach dog walking.
Freeman Creek Trail
Freeman Creek Trail, Tulare County
Hike through sequoia groves in the Sierra.
Frog Lake - Hwy 88
Frog Lake - Hwy 88, Alpine County
Hike to a beautiful alpine lake.
Garland Ranch Regional Park
Garland Ranch Regional Park, Monterey County
Miles of trails through maple-filled canyons and woodlands. Dogs can swim in ponds and the Carmel River.
Gold Bluff Beach
Gold Bluff Beach, Humboldt County
Walk miles and miles along this beautiful expansive beach.
High Sierra - Doris Lake and Tule Lake
High Sierra - Doris Lake and Tule Lake, Fresno County
Hike to lakes through manzanita, sage and boulders.
Huntington Dog Beach
Huntington Dog Beach, Orange County
Walk this mile long beach while your doggy romps!
Inspiration Point Trail
Inspiration Point Trail, Calaveras County
Hike from Lake Alpine up to Inspiration Point for amazing views!
June Lake - Silver Lake Trail
June Lake - Silver Lake Trail, Mono County
Beautiful lake views as you head towards Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Kelso Dunes
Kelso Dunes, San Bernardino County
Dunes in the middle of the Mojave National Preserve
Lone Pine Lake
Lone Pine Lake, Inyo County
Uphill climb up a portion of Mount Whitney Trail with gorgeous granite mountain views.
Lost Coast
Lost Coast, Humboldt County
Hike 26 miles of beach with no nearby development.
Mendocino Headlands State Park - Oceanside
Mendocino Headlands State Park - Oceanside, Mendocino County
Gorgeous coastal bluff hike with views of Big River and the town of Mendocino.
Middle and Lower McCloud Falls
Middle and Lower McCloud Falls, Siskiyou County
Very scenic hike to these great falls for both for swimming and just enjoying the beauty.
Mill Creek Trail
Mill Creek Trail, Monterey County
Hike amongst giant redwoods, sycamore and maple trees while paralleling a creek.
Minkalo Trail
Minkalo Trail, Alpine County
Hike through a beautiful area filled with boulders and lakes.
Ocean Beach Dog Beach
Ocean Beach Dog Beach, San Diego County
Romp leash-free on this wide beach that extends down the Mission Bay Harbor Channel.
Pacific Crest Trail - Kennedy Meadows
Pacific Crest Trail - Kennedy Meadows, Kern County
Hike among granite formations and along a river.
Point Isabel Regional Shoreline
Point Isabel Regional Shoreline, Contra Costa County
Explore this great patch of shoreline with your pup!
Santa Ynez Recreation Area - Santa Cruz Trail
Santa Ynez Recreation Area - Santa Cruz Trail, Santa Barbara County
Great day hike with swimming holes along the way.
Seaside Beach
Seaside Beach, Mendocino County
Amazing beach with high cliffs surrounding it.
Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park
Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park, Los Angeles County
Explore the jagged rocks and hidden caves in this geologic wonder that is often used as a backdrop for movies.

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