Spring in Greater Palm Springs is all about sunshine, fresh blooms, and outdoor adventures—especially ones with your pup right by your side. With the desert landscape in full bloom and mild temperatures during the day, it’s an ideal time to get outside and explore. From tail-wagging trails to welcoming patios, this oasis is the ultimate spring playground for pets and their people.
Hit the Trails
If your pup loves to hike and sniff out new adventures, Greater Palm Springs delivers. The Homestead Trail in Palm Desert offers a challenging climb with sweeping mountain views, while Whitewater Preserve features a flowing stream where your dog can cool off after a sunny trek. Looking for a mix of scenery and history? Mission Creek Preserve offers dog-friendly trails on lands that were once a dude ranch, and long before that, home to the Mission Band of Sonoran Indians.
Relax on a Sun-Kissed Patio
After a day of adventure, kick back at one of Greater Palm Springs’ many dog-friendly restaurants. Grab a craft brew at La Quinta Brewing Co. or enjoy a leisurely brunch at Jake’s, a quaint restaurant in Uptown Palm Springs with a charming front patio and interior courtyard tailor-made for lazy spring afternoons. And for a dining experience where dogs aren’t just allowed but celebrated, head to Boozehounds, where pups get their own menu and even inspire some of the human treats (like their “Midnight Zoomies” cocktail).
