Dog Friendliness Ranking — San Rafael
Updated June 22, 2026
See how neighborhoods in San Rafael compare on dog friendliness. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary. How dog friendliness is measured →
Top Dog Friendliness Neighborhoods — Ranked
Extensive trails and large open spaces provide significant opportunities for pet owners. According to iHuus data, the availability of nearby parks and recreation areas is notably higher than the San Rafael average.
Extensive access to large parks, trails, and open spaces makes this area particularly well-suited for pet owners. According to iHuus data, the availability of outdoor space here is higher than the San Rafael average.
Extensive access to large parks, trails, and open spaces makes this area particularly well-suited for pet owners. According to iHuus data, the availability of outdoor space here is higher than the San Rafael average.
Full San Rafael Dog Friendliness Ranking
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| North San Rafael Commercial Center | 9.7 | #1 | +1.0 ↑ |
| Mont Marin/San Rafael Park | 9.6 | #2 | +0.9 ↑ |
| Mont Marin/San Rafael Park | 9.6 | #3 | +0.9 ↑ |
| Smith Ranch | 9.5 | #4 | +0.8 ↑ |
| Peacock Gap | 9.3 | #5 | +0.7 ↑ |
| Terra Linda | 9.2 | #6 | +0.5 ↑ |
| Glenwood | 9.2 | #7 | +0.5 ↑ |
| Dominican/Black Canyon | 9 | #8 | +0.3 ↑ |
| Dominican/Black Canyon | 9 | #9 | +0.3 ↑ |
| Picnic Valley | 8.9 | #10 | +0.3 ↑ |
| Lincoln/San Rafael Hill | 8.9 | #11 | +0.3 ↑ |
| Lincoln/San Rafael Hill | 8.9 | #12 | +0.3 ↑ |
| Rafael Meadows/Los Ranchitos | 8.8 | #13 | +0.2 ↑ |
| Sun Valley | 8.8 | #14 | +0.2 ↑ |
| Gerstle Park | 8.7 | #15 | — |
| Civic Center | 8.7 | #16 | — |
| Fairhills | 8.5 | #17 | -0.2 ↓ |
| West End | 8.5 | #18 | -0.2 ↓ |
| Loch Lomond | 8.2 | #19 | -0.5 ↓ |
| Country Club | 8 | #20 | -0.7 ↓ |
| Downtown | 8 | #21 | -0.7 ↓ |
| Montecito/Happy Valley | 7.8 | #22 | -0.9 ↓ |
| Montecito/Happy Valley | 7.8 | #23 | -0.9 ↓ |
| Bayside Acres | 7.8 | #24 | -0.9 ↓ |
| Canal | 7.2 | #25 | -1.5 ↓ |
| Bret Harte | 6.2 | #26 | -2.5 ↓ |
| Francisco Boulevard West | 5.9 | #27 | -2.8 ↓ |
| Canal Waterfront | 3.9 | #28 | -4.8 ↓ |
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