• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

The Dog People by Rover.com

Powered by Rover.com

Tips, stories, and reviews for people who love dogs, powered by Rover.com, the world's largest network of 5-star pet sitters and dog walkers.

  • The Dog People by Rover.com
  • Get Rover
    • Boarding
    • House Sitting
    • Dog Walking
    • Doggy Day Care
    • Drop-In Visits
    • Dog Training through Good Pup
  • Dog Breeds
    • Golden Retriever
    • Australian Shepherd
    • German Shepherd
    • Pomeranian
    • Shih Tzu
    • Border Collie
    • Labrador Retriever
    • Boxer
    • Beagle
    • Dachshund
    • Chihuahua
    • Poodle
    • Yorkshire Terrier
  • Dog Names
    • Best Girl Dog Names
    • Top Boy Dog Names
    • Unique Dog Names
    • Cute Dog Names
    • Best Puppy Names
    • Dog Name Generator
    • Tough Dog Names
    • Food Dog Names
    • Romantic Dog Names
    • Literary Dog Names
    • Country Dog Names
  • Dog Videos
  • Life with Dogs
    • Dog Safety
    • Dog Behavior
    • Dog Psychology
    • Dog Nutrition
    • Dog Training
    • Health and Wellness
    • Recipes
    • Can My Dog Eat…?
  • PuppyHQ
    • Dog Adoption
    • Puppy Essentials
    • Puppy Names
    • Puppy Training
  • Shopping
    • Shop Rover Goods
    • All Dog Product Guides
    • Dog Gift Guides
    • Safety and Training
    • Toys and Chews
  • Cats!
    • Cat Breeds
    • Cat Names
    • Cat Psychology
  • Dog Training
  • Dog Love
    • Cute
    • Funny
    • Heartwarming
    • Quizzes
    • Trending
    • True Stories
    • Search Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers
    • Shop Rover Goods
    • Sitter Resources
  • Languages
    • en-CA
    • en-GB
    • fr-FR
    • es-ES
    • de-DE
    • it-IT
    • nl-NL
    • nb-NO
    • sv-SE
    • fr-CA

Top 10 Dog Parks in San Francisco

Share76Pin It5

Top 10 Dog Parks in San Francisco

Local Scoops
By Rover Staff

Share76Tweet0Pin It5

The city by the bay is crazy about their dogs, so it’s no wonder that San Franciscans have the privilege of bring their furry friends to some of the nation’s best dog parks. If you’re new to San Francisco, paying the city a visit, or simply looking for a new playground for you and your dog, here are ten of the finest dog parks in San Francisco.

Click on the parks in the map below for more info on the parks, and scroll down for photos of some of the parks!


Top 10 Dog Parks in San Francisco

  1. Bernal Heights Dog Park (Bernal Heights Blvd.)
  2. Fort Funston Dog Park (Skyline Blvd.)
  3. Alamo Square Dog Park (Fulton Street and Scott Street)
  4. Pine Lake Dog Park (Vale Ave. and Crestlake Dr.)
  5. Glen Canyon Dog Park (Bosworth St. and Elk St.)
  6. Duboce Dog Park (Duboce Ave. and Noe St.)
  7. St. Mary’s Dog Park (95 Justin Drive)
  8. Corona Heights Dog Park (Roosevelt and Museum Ways)
  9. Buena Vista Dog Park (Haight St. and Buena Vista Ave.)
  10. Dolores Dog Park (18th Street and Dolores Street)

The Dog People


1. Bernal Heights Dog Park

Bernal Heights Blvd.

A popular destination amongst both residents and non-residents of the Bernal Heights neighborhood, this scenic 35-acre, off-leash dog park is set at the peak of an old rock quarry and provides visitors with world-class panoramic views of the city. If you’re dog isn’t into that, he’s sure to enjoy fresh air and spacious room to roam through and investigate. Waste bags are usually available at park entrances, but bringing extras is always a good idea.

2247426443_aed4ff680d


2. Fort Funston Dog Park

Skyline Blvd.

Never has there been such a park as aptly named as Fort Funston Dog Park. Highly regarded as one of the best places to walk a dog in the Golden State, Fort Funston allows dogs to roam and investigate the grounds off-leash. The park is also popular amongst hang gliders, bicyclists, and horseback riders, so it’s a must that owners keep a watchful eye on pooch at all times. A group named the Fort Funston Dog Walkers has dedicated itself to protecting recreation at the park.

Fort Funston dog hike in san francisco


3. Alamo Square Dog Park

Fulton Street and Scott Street

Located right across from San Francisco‘s famous Victorian Homes known as the “Painted Ladies,” the western section of Alamo Square provides well-socialized city dogs and their owners with an extensive area to get to know their neighbors. Since this park is usually well attended by members of San Francisco’s canine community, often off-leash, it’s a good idea to know whether your pooch can handle all the stimulation. Waste bags are usually available throughout the park, but as always, it’s a good idea to bring your own.


4. Pine Lake Dog Park

Vale Ave. and Crestlake Dr.

Noteworthy for its place as a rest stop for hundreds of species of birds during their annual pilgrimage to and from warmer climates, San Francisco‘s Pine Lake Park is also prized by city dogs and their owners for their exquisite hiking trails, picturesque lake suited for swimming, and an off-leash area on the park’s west end that lets dogs run free.


5. Glen Canyon Dog Park

Bosworth St. and Elk St.

Located in the city’s Diamond Heights neighborhood, the 35-acre Glen Canyon Park is held in high esteem by San Franciscans as a rural reminder of pure natural bliss. While dogs must remain on-leash during their visit, they’ll be sure to take great pleasure in their time spent with owners wandering wooded trails that stretch across the canyons. The park features stands offering waste bags, but they are often empty so be sure to bring your own.


6. Duboce Dog Park

Duboce Ave. and Noe St.

Nestled neatly between Duboce Triangle and Lower Haight, Duboce Park provides the ultimate in dog-friendly recreation. The park is prized amongst vocational dog walkers and features both on-leash areas and off-leash sections where pets and their owners can meet and play with neighbors. Duboce Park holds an annual DogFest to celebrate all of man’s best friends.

7791049118_b66be47b92


7. St. Mary’s Dog Park

95 Justin Drive

A grassy respite that puts the wow in bow-wow, St. Mary’s Dog Park provides dogs in the Bernal Heights neighborhood with a roomy fenced area to play off-leash. Teaming with trees, this park offers visitors with plenty of shade, benches for kicking back and relaxing, and water to cool off on warmer days.


8. Corona Heights Dog Park

Roosevelt and Museum Ways

Often visited by residents from all over the city because of its close proximity to the Randall Museum, the rustic Corona Heights Dog Park offers pets and owners breathtaking views, after a steep hillside climb, and a fenced dog area that allows dogs to let loose off-leash. Owners will also enjoy the playground, tennis courts, and basketball courts.


9. Buena Vista Dog Park

Haight St. and Buena Vista Ave.

At 146 years young, Buena Vista Park is San Francisco‘s oldest park and its lush tree canopies and righteous views of the Golden Gate Bridge and St. Ignatius Church make it a must-see destination for city residents and visitors alike. Dogs and owners with excess energy will love burning it on this park’s steep paths and winding staircases. Dog owners should have good control over their dogs, as it’s quite easy for dogs to get separated when navigating Buena Vista’s many twists and turns.


10. Dolores Dog Park

18th Street and Dolores Street

The grounds of Dolores Park once served as a refugee camps for those who were left homeless by the 1906 earthquake, but now serves as a much a happier destination. Often visited by the throngs of Mission District residents, Dolores Park is just as popular amongst the city’s canine set, which can roam carefree off-leash while making friends with other members of the doggie community.


Resources

  • http://www.sfdogparks.com/
  • http://sf.curbed.com/archives/2012/11/07/descending_into_sigmund_stern_grove_pine_lake_park.php
  • http://doggiesbythebay.com
  • http://www.fortfunstondog.org/

Photo credits: Flickr 

Looking for a pet sitter in San Francisco? Find a sitter on Rover here.

Share76Tweet0Pin It5

sidebar

Avatar photo
By Rover Staff

Share This Article

Share76Tweet0Pin It5

Popular Posts

  • 5 Frighteningly Common Reasons Dogs Run Away
  • 5 Reasons Dogs Lick and Chew Their Paws — And How to Help
  • Meet Tater Tot, the Internet’s Favorite Foster Kitty
  • The ‘Catluminati’ Magically Makes Friends With Every Cat He Meets
  • The Incredible Benefits of Coconut Oil for Dogs (Plus Recipes)
  • Peggy the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Molly the Magpie Make the Cutest, Unlikely BFFs
  • Do Cats Know Their Names—Or Are They Ignoring You On Purpose?
  • Kids and Pets: What You Need to Know For Safe Interactions
  • Rover’s Holiday Food Safety Guide for Pets
  • Mary the Tabby Cat Can’t Stop Bringing Huge Piles of Leaves Home to Her Family
Advertisement
Advertisement

Learn More

  • About Rover.com
  • Download the App
  • Rover Store
  • Sitter Resources
  • In The Press
  • Terms of Service
  • Affiliate Disclosure
  • User Terms
  • Privacy Statement
  • Cookie Policy
Advertisement
Your privacy choices
© 2023 Rover.com. All Rights Reserved.