Pat Merritt Dog Park

Rancho Jurupa Park is a 200-acre dog-friendly recreational facility near Riverside, California, with two beautiful 3-acre lakes and 140 private and group campsites. A splash pad, great hiking and bike routes, fishing, and other activities are accessible for day use. At all times, dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet. Adults, children, and dogs all have day-use admission prices.

Carlson Bark Park is a well-kept off-leash dog park in Riverside, California, with a distinct little dog section, lush grass, and agility equipment. The park is surrounded by a fence.

Mount Rubidoux Trail is a dog-friendly, easy 2.7-mile circle trail with a river and a variety of activities near Riverside, California. The trail is open all year long. This trail is also open to dogs, although they must be kept on a leash. The views from the top are breathtaking.

Hidden Valley Nature Center and Wildlife Area in Riverside, California, offers 10+ miles of dog-friendly trails along the Santa Ana River and in the neighboring hills. A paved, 4-mile bike track is also available, which is ideal for dog walkers with strollers and youngsters. Please keep Petzooie on a leash at all times. There is a per-vehicle parking cost as well as a per-dog admittance fee. Please note that only cash is accepted at this location. There will be no debit or credit cards accepted.

The California Citrus State Historic Park in Riverside, California, is a dog-friendly park that spans over 400 acres of southern California. It is a throwback to those that existed in the early 1900s, when citrus fruits were hailed as the state's second gold rush. There are many demonstration groves and picnic spaces among the trees at the California Citrus State Historic Park. Dogs are not permitted in the park's facilities, although they are permitted to wander leashed on many pathways throughout the groves. Hours vary depending on the season, so check their website before going.

Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park in Riverside, California, is a dog-friendly 1,500-acre park with many uncommon species and a path system that allows locals and tourists alike to enjoy nature while also providing spectacular views of the city. During their visit to the Park, pets must be leashed and cleaned up after. Owners of dogs are encouraged to bring their own trash bags and to keep a watch out for snakes and other wildlife. The Park is open seven days a week from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after dusk. There is no charge for parking or entrance.