Featured parks
Central Bark
Irvine
Central Bark dog park in Irvine, Orange County, Southern California, offers a spacious haven for furry friends to frolic and socialize. Spanning nearly three acres, this off-leash paradise provides ample room for dogs to roam freely and burn off energy.
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Irvine Central Bark
Irvine
Irvine Central Bark is a dog park in Orange County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreNovel Park Dog Park
Irvine
Novel Park Dog Park is a dog park in Orange County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreOrange County Great Park
Irvine
The Orange County Great Park, situated on a portion of the former Marine Corps Air Station El Toro in Irvine, Southern California, spans approximately 1,300 acres and offers a diverse range of attractions for visitors.
Read moreWilliam R. Mason Regional Park
Irvine
Populated with rows and rows of shade trees and a beautiful 9-acre lake, the 339 acres of Mason Regional Park offer something for every member of the family.
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New dog-friendly hotels in California
From the Sheraton Redding and Kimpton Sawyer in Sacramento to boutique spots in West Hollywood and Huntington Beach, here is a statewide roundup of newly opened and recently renovated hotels that welcome dogs, listed from north to south.
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Dog-friendly Laguna Beach and the Orange County coast
The Orange County coast is a dog-friendly paradise The Orange County coastline — stretching from Huntington Beach through Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and Dana Point — is one of the most dog-friendly stretches of coast in Southern California. With dog…
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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in Southern California
Southern California’s diverse landscape — from mountain lakes to desert oases to coastal bluffs — offers a surprising number of paved and accessible trails where handlers with mobility needs and their dogs can enjoy the outdoors together. Whether we’re talking…
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The dog parks worth driving to in Orange County
Orange County has a dog park problem, but it’s the good kind: too many solid options and not enough weekends. The county stretches from beach towns to inland suburbs, and the dog parks reflect that range. Some are sandy and…
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New for you: DogTrekker’s ulti-mutt spring event guide
Spring brings a packed calendar of dog-friendly events across California, from fun runs and beach festivals to wine tastings and costume parades. Many raise funds for animal welfare organizations, so you and your pup can play while making a positive…
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2025 award-winning dog-friendly hotels
From Big Bear's lakefront boutique hotels to Huntington Beach's award-winning resort and West Hollywood's rooftop patios, these 2025 award-winning properties set the standard for dog-friendly hospitality across California. Pack treats and start planning.
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