Dog Park Locations

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1401. Pine Knot Trail to Grand View Point

The 6.9-mile Pine Knot Trail to Grand View Point trek in San Bernardino National Forest is dog-friendly and reasonably easy, taking around 3 hours to complete with Petzooie. Take Mill Creek Road, which becomes Forest Service Road 2N10/Skyline Drive, to a point just below the top where the route crosses the road for a shorter climb.

1402. Baylands Nature Preserve

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

The 1,940-acre Baylands Preserve, which is bordered by Mountain View and East Palo Alto, is one of the largest expanses of untouched marshland in the San Francisco Bay. A unique blend of tidal and fresh water environments can be found throughout fifteen miles of multi-use paths.

This region is widely regarded as one of the top bird-watching spots on the west coast. The preserve is home to a large resident bird population and serves as an important migratory stopover on the Pacific Flyway.

Unless otherwise noted, dogs must be kept on a leash.

1403. Bean Hollow State Beach

Pets are welcome to explore the rocky shores of this Pescadero beach with you on a leash. This is an excellent location for tide-pooling and beachcombing.

1404. Zuma Canyon Trailhead

Time:
  • Monday07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Tuesday07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Wednesday07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Thursday07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Friday07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Saturday07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Sunday07:00 AM - 07:00 PM

The Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area's Zuma Canyon Trailhead is a beautiful hike. Leashed (no more than six feet) pets are welcome to accompany their owners on this walk, which is a beautiful area to see the seasons change. A diverse tree canopy creates a vibrant fall and winter season. The creek that runs through the canyon is active all year, yet it can be a trickle at times.

1405. Woodland Trail

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

The dog-friendly Woodland Trail in Big Bear, CA, is a 1.5-mile circle that gives a self-guided tour of this dry-woodland environment and is perfect for a family trek. The route begins about.2 miles west of Stanfield Cutoff on HWY 38. It is well designated and has lots of parking. Dogs must be on a leash. To access the amenities at the trailhead parking area, you'll need an Adventure Pass or an Interagency Pass.

1406. Orange County Great Park

Time:
  • Monday08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday08:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Bring Petzooie to Orange County Great Park to take advantage of all the park has to offer, including the famed Great Park Balloon. The Great Park Balloon, which flies 400 feet above the ground, is one of the world's largest tethered helium balloons. Dogs are allowed in most areas of the Great Park, including the special events. The Great Park Balloon allows you to bring your dog along for the ride. All you have to do is keep your dog on a leash at all times. Picking up after your pet is easy with the bags provided.

1407. Pismo State Beach

The dog-friendly Pismo State Beach in Oceano, CA, allows Petzooie on a leash. Dogs are permitted on the beach and park trails, but must be kept on a six-foot leash at all times. The Pismo Dune Preserve and Oso Flaco Lake are both dog-free zones.

1408. San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve Rios (East) Trail

Time:
  • Monday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Sunday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

The Rios (East) Trail in the San Elijo Ecological Reserve in Solana Beach, CA, is a dog-friendly, easy 1.2-mile hike that will take around 2 hours to accomplish with Petzooie. This route travels alongside the lagoon and allows visitors to see wetlands flora and wildlife. This lovely spot is still close to the highway, and it can be muddy in places. At all times, dogs must be leashed. The trailhead is located at the end of Rios Ave, where there is also on-street parking. Locate a kiosk that provides information on the lagoon.

1409. Dog-Friendly Wine Tours

These private wine excursions are dog-friendly and are led by a certified dog trainer who will take you and your dog up for a tour of Napa or Sonoma Valley. Enjoy visiting vineyards that your guide has personally selected, or have your guide give you insider tips on the best local wineries to include on your itinerary. The rate for two people is $65 per hour from the time you are picked up to the time you are dropped off, with a 4-hour minimum. Add $10 per hour per person for additional guests.

1410. Rincon Beach County Park

Time:
  • Monday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Tuesday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Wednesday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Thursday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Friday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Saturday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Sunday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

This beach is a famous surfing site, but it also offers swimming, picnicking, and bird-watching opportunities.