Dog Walkers in Bernal Heights North

Bernal Heights North is located in southeast San Francisco and is primarily a residential neighborhood with a commercial area along Cortland Avenue which divides the north from the south section. Businesses in this area include restaurants, a fish shop, grocery stores, liquor stores, cafes, bars, a butcher shop, bakeries, and salons. There are also some restaurants near Cesar Chavez Avenue and Precita Park. A library and mural art center are also located in the region. A local farmer's market and flea market are available on weekend mornings for locals to peruse on foot. 

Pedestrians in Bernal Heights North are fortunate to be located in one of San Francisco's microclimates, characterized by warmer temperatures, shelter from the wind, and less fog. Although weather conditions can still be cool, damp, and foggy on some days, this is less common than in many surrounding areas. Pedestrians usually enjoy better visibility when walking and require lighter outerwear.

Bernal Heights North has steep inclines and is located on a large hill that overlooks the surrounding San Francisco neighborhoods and skyline. The hill features open parkland, rocky terrain, grassland, and local wildlife. The community does not have a lot of thru-traffic and, although a busy district, traffic tends to be local and more vigilant of pedestrians walking with their pets in the area.  

Most residences in the district are single-family homes with various architectural styles. Houses are closely set on narrow lots with well-treed and landscaped backyards. Most homes have parking at street level and living space on upper floors. When walking with your dog in Bernal Heights North, you will have to navigate a lot of steep hills. You might want to take water for both you and your pet on hot days and dress in layers that can be shed as the temperatures warm up throughout the day.

Bernal Heights Park, also called Bernal Hill Park, is centrally located in the neighborhood and accessible to residents in the northern section of the community. This park is located on a hill with a 1-mile greenway and a closed off road with no traffic, running to the top of the hill. When the weather is clear, the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay, and Downtown San Francisco skyline are visible from the apex of the park's hill. This park is a designated off-leash park and your dog can enjoy some freedom and a good run! 

Also located in Bernal Heights North is a long strip of green space known as Precita Park which provides an open grassy area, stretching for 3 city blocks with benches to provide seating along the park's perimeter. Dogs are welcome in the park and it is a popular place for famiies and local pooches to play.