Dog Park Locations

In this gorgeous park, your pet is invited to join you on-leash as you explore this intriguing lake while taking in the landscape of the Sierra Foothills.

The strolling walkways in this 9-acre Morro Bay park welcome leashed dogs to accompany their owners.

In Cleveland National Forest, the Pacific Crest Trail to Eagle Rock is a dog-friendly, moderately easy 5.5 mile trip that will take around 2.5 hours to complete with Petzooie. This lovely hike will provide you with some peace and quiet. The geography and climate varies widely ranging from an area with shade trees to a desert wash. The soft ground, flowing water, and wildlife will please your dog. This is a particularly hot trail in the summer.

Encinitas Viewpoint Park in Encinitas, CA, is a dog-friendly park that allows Fido to play off-leash on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays during approved hours. For the most up-to-date information, go to the website.

The Mishe Mokwa to Mount Allen Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is a reasonably simple 6-mile hike that takes around 3 hours with Petzooie to accomplish.

The Ann D. L'Heureux Memorial Dog Park in Carlsbad, CA, has a gated area of 13,200 square feet for dogs to play and exercise. The park is shaded by eucalyptus trees and features benches, a dog watering fountain, plastic bag dispensers, a dedicated parking lot, and a dedicated parking lot.

At Corona Del Mar State Beach, dogs are allowed to accompany their owners at specific hours of the day. The half-mile-long sandy beach is great for dogs that enjoy the sensation of sand beneath their paws. The sandy beach, which is popular with surfers, swimmers, and divers, is surrounded by cliffs and a rock jetty. Between 10:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., pets are not permitted on the beach, and you should contact the park directly for precise opening hours.

Before hopping on the 2.5-mile Bob Jones City to the Sea Trail (which starts right behind the farm) in San Luis Obispo, CA, pick up a delicious picnic lunch from the Avila Valley Barn. The paved, dog-friendly trail winds its way through the Avila Valley, following a beautiful stream all the way to Avila Beach. Walking a half mile past the trail's official end along the fairly narrow bike line on Avila Beach Drive can take you to one of the town's two off-leash dog beaches (Olde Port Beach or Fisherman's Beach).

The Alta Plaza Off-Leash Plaza is a safe haven for both children and dogs. It is close to schools and offers tennis courts and a basketball hoop. Paint on the paths clearly demarcates the off-leash area. When dogs are not in this area, they must be leashed and cleaned up after at all times.

Truckee River Rafting in Tahoe City, California, offers self-guided rafting adventures for you and your dog down a tranquil 5-mile section of the Truckee River. The picturesque rafting adventures are suitable for people of all ages and skills. The rafting excursion takes between two and four hours to complete. You are welcome to bring a small cooler with snacks and drinks for your tour. Dogs under 50 pounds must be on a leash.