Dog Park Locations

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1. Mad Dogs & Englishmen

Mad Dogs & Englishmen is a dog-friendly establishment. The one-of-a-kind bike shop is in the center of Carmel-by-the-Sea. It specializes in high-end bicycles and dog equipment "for biking with your greatest friend." Electric bikes with pup-friendly sidecars and trailers may be leased for the day.

2. California Legacy Tours

Time:
  • Monday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Sunday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Monica will show you around Carmel's top art studios, eateries, and houses. Your pet is invited to accompany you on your tour.

3. Dawn's Dream Winery

Time:
  • Monday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM
  • Tuesday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM
  • Wednesday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM
  • Thursday12:30 PM - 12:30 PM
  • Friday12:00 PM - 07:30 PM
  • Saturday12:00 PM - 07:30 PM
  • Sunday12:00 PM - 06:30 PM

Water, Wine Tasting, and Dog Treats Bring your good friends and enjoy a flight of amazing Pinot Noir from Monterey County.

4. Carmel Walks

Time:
  • Monday24 Hours
  • Tuesday24 Hours
  • Wednesday24 Hours
  • Thursday24 Hours
  • Friday24 Hours
  • Saturday24 Hours
  • Sunday24 Hours

On these two-hour historical walking tours through Carmel's secret paths, well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to accompany their owners.

5. Diggidy Dog

Time:
  • Monday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Sunday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Diggidy Dog is a pet store featuring a large selection of collars, speciality leashes, beds, toys, and treats for dogs and cats.

6. Signature Paw Spa

Time:
  • Monday24 Hours
  • Tuesday24 Hours
  • Wednesday24 Hours
  • Thursday24 Hours
  • Friday24 Hours
  • Saturday24 Hours
  • Sunday24 Hours

In the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, we are a full-service grooming and cage-free boarding facility. Designer dog clothes are available!

Do you want to take your dogs for a swim in the ocean? Come in and get all tidied up, as well as check out some of our beach bummin' accessories!

With over ten years of experience in the grooming industry, we specialize in chemical-free dog grooming to keep your pooch happy and smelling wonderful!

7. Galante Vineyards Tasting Room

Time:
  • Monday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM
  • Tuesday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM
  • Wednesday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM
  • Thursday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM
  • Friday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM
  • Saturday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM
  • Sunday12:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Galante Vineyards Tasting Room invites you and your pet to sample some of Carmel's best wines! They are passionate about wine and know a lot about it, and they give treats to visiting dogs.

8. Carmel River State Beach

Time:
  • Monday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Tuesday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Friday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Saturday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Sunday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Dogs are allowed on leash at Carmel River State Beach in Carmel, CA, which has a mile-long beach and a lagoon with a bird sanctuary. Scuba divers frequent Monastery Beach, also known as San Jose Creek Beach, which is part of the park. Swimmers must use caution in the water, which can turn choppy and dangerous. Please contact the Carmel River State Beach or visit their website for information on hours of operation and unforeseen closures.

9. Mission Trail Park

Time:
  • Monday05:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday05:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday05:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday05:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday05:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday05:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday05:30 AM - 10:00 PM

In southeast Carmel, Mission Trail Park has 35 acres of paths. You may take a wonderful little walk down to the Carmel Mission Basilica if you enter the trail system via Mountain View Avenue (where it changes into Forest Road). You can also access the park via Rio Road, which is just across from the mission.

10. Garland Ranch Regional Park

Time:
  • Monday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Tuesday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Wednesday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Thursday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Friday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Saturday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Sunday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Garland Ranch Regional Park in Carmel, California, is a beautiful park with the Carmel River running through it. Dogs are allowed off-leash in some areas, such as the river and certain paths (not the horse trails). The trails wind across broad oak savannas and beautiful panoramas atop the Santa Lucia Mountains' northern crest. You'll pass through maple-filled canyons, dense oak woodlands, and thick chaparral along the trip. There are trails for hikers of all levels, from beginners to experts. Trail maps are available at the visitor center of the park. The park is open from sunrise to sunset.