Dog Park Locations

The Ghost Trolley welcomes dogs under 40 pounds on the Ghost Tour of Old Monterey! On this guided tour, see the oldest church in California, Monterey's historic cemetery, and historic and recent sighting places. Well-behaved, leashed pets under the weight restriction are permitted on the tour if the other tour participants are not terrified of dogs and the dog is not disruptive.

Despite its tiny size, this fenced, off-leash park with small dog area, water, and shade trees provides plenty of space for neighborhood dogs to run and play. Every Thursday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., the dog park is closed for repair.

Hollandia Park is a dog-friendly park in San Marcos, California, with distinct spaces for little and large dogs within the park. A trail link, restrooms, and picnic spots are also available at the park.

You and your leashed pet can trek the Griffith Observatory Loop from Griffith Park to get even closer to the renowned Hollywood sign than Lake Hollywood Park. This climb is popular with visitors and locals alike because it offers spectacular views of the Hollywood sign and the LA Basin. Bronson Canyon in Griffith Park is a 6.5-mile, 3-hour hike. Because the dog-friendly walk is primarily along fire roads that aren't well-marked, it's a good idea to study a map ahead of time.

Pets will enjoy the freedom to wander this open space in Walnut Creek. It's a lovely spot for them to get some exercise.

The Dr. James W. Thornton Dog Park is a magnificent 1.5-acre membership-based park located at 3934 N. Valley Animal Center. Hayston is a Californian who lives in Fresno. A 2,000-gallon canine wading pool with water jets, as well as grassy ground with trees divided into many big dog runs, are available at the park.

Bring your dog to the authorized off-leash area of this public park, but be cautious because the area is not gated.

Camping, fishing, picnic spots with grills, and five group picnic areas are all available at this 320-acre park. Walking, hiking, bicycling, and equestrian riding are all possible on the trails. A par course, a 3-acre swimming lagoon, and a 72-acre lake are all part of the park. Dogs must be on a leash that is no longer than 6 feet long. It is necessary to have a license. Dogs are permitted on the grassy area surrounding the swimming lagoon, but not on the sand or beach.

Bring your tiny dog to this fenced-in area near the primary school for some off-leash fun. There is a double-gated entrance, a picnic bench, and shade trees in the park.

Memorial Park Dog Run is a tiny, enclosed dog run on the west side of Memorial Park, north of the tennis courts, where pets are permitted to play off-leash. A temporary permission or a Santa Monica license is necessary. Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., the run is closed for maintenance.