Golden Village Palms RV Resort in Hemet sits in the heart of Riverside County‘s wine country, about 100 miles east of Los Angeles. If you’re pulling in with your dog, you’ll immediately notice this place takes pets seriously—and not just with a token nod to dog owners.

They hand out complimentary treats and toys when you arrive, which my dog actually appreciated more than I expected. The gated dog run has real grass and enough space for dogs to actually move around, not just pace in circles. It’s clearly maintained and separate from the main resort areas, so you don’t have to worry about your dog wandering into someone else’s campsite.

What sets Golden Village Palms apart is how they’ve woven dogs into the resort culture itself. They regularly host events where dogs are genuinely welcome—not begrudgingly tolerated, but actually part of the programming. These range from casual social gatherings where RV neighbors and their dogs mingle to organized outdoor activities. During quieter times, you can just hang at your site and let your dog decompress from the car ride, but there’s always something happening if you want to get out and meet other traveling dog owners.

The surrounding area gives you options beyond the resort grounds too. Hemet has several parks within a short drive, and the landscape around Riverside County offers plenty of places to explore if you want to take your dog on some actual walks beyond the dog run. The climate here is warm most of the year, so you’ll want to time visits for cooler months and keep plenty of water available.

The resort website has specific details about their current pet-friendly setup and what’s included with your reservation.