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# Dog-friendly parks & nature in San Mateo

_San Mateo · United States_

Parks, trails, beaches and green spaces in San Mateo for walks with your dog.

Map: https://maps.dog/en#13/37.5569/-122.3131

## Dog-friendly parks & nature in San Mateo (5)

- [Bayside/Joinville Park](https://maps.dog/en/place/bayside-joinville-park-san-mateo-b52d86) — Park & nature · San Mateo. Allowed inside.
- [Hidden Canyon Park](https://maps.dog/en/place/hidden-canyon-park-san-mateo-3a81b0) — Park & nature · Carlmont Drive 2642, 94002 Belmont. Allowed on a leash.
- [Patricia Wharton Park](https://maps.dog/en/place/patricia-wharton-park-san-mateo-cef1c8) — Park & nature · Notre Dame Avenue, 94002 Belmont. Allowed on a leash.
- [Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve](https://maps.dog/en/place/pulgas-ridge-open-space-preserve-san-mateo-bafe61) — Park & nature · San Mateo. Allowed on a leash.
- [The Preserve Playground](https://maps.dog/en/place/the-preserve-playground-san-mateo-887d9d) — Park & nature · San Mateo. Allowed on a leash.

## Other categories

- [Dog parks](https://maps.dog/en/guides/united-states/san-mateo/dog-parks) — 11
- [Shops](https://maps.dog/en/guides/united-states/san-mateo/shops) — 8
- [Hotels & stays](https://maps.dog/en/guides/united-states/san-mateo/hotels) — 4
- [Vets](https://maps.dog/en/guides/united-states/san-mateo/vets) — 3
- [Places](https://maps.dog/en/guides/united-states/san-mateo/other) — 22

## FAQ

### Where can my dog go off-leash in San Mateo?

Dog parks in San Mateo usually allow dogs off-leash. Check the signs on site.

### How up to date is this?

The base data comes from OpenStreetMap and from dog owners who add places. Every review updates the info on dogs inside, water bowls and leashes. If something changed, report it on the place's page.

### My favourite place in San Mateo is missing – can I add it?

Yes. Open the map, tap “Add a place” and drop the pin on it. After a quick review everyone can see it.

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