Featured parks
Arroyo Verde Park
Ventura
Arroyo Verde Park in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, spans 132 acres of rugged terrain, offering a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Barranca Vista Park
Ventura
Barranca Vista Park in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, offers a delightful retreat for dog owners seeking outdoor adventures with their furry companions.
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Camino Real Park
Ventura
Camino Real Park is approximately 39 acres with sports fields, snack bar/concession buildings and children’s play areas. The park also has picnic tables, barbecues and restrooms.
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Cemetery Memorial Park
Ventura
Six acres of trees and grass comprise Cemetery Memorial Park in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California.
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Figueroa Plaza
Ventura
Figueroa Plaza, located in historical Ventura, across from the iconic mission San Buenaventura, is a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.
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Foster Park
Ventura
Foster Park in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, offers a serene retreat for nature enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Serra Cross Park
Ventura
Serra Cross Park, located in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, offers a serene escape for both locals and visitors.
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Camino Real Off Leash Dog Area
Ventura
Camino Real Off Leash Dog Area is a dog park in Ventura County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreFritz Huntsinger Park
Ventura
Located in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, Fritz Huntsinger Park spans 16 acres and offers a range of amenities for visitors to enjoy.
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Ventura
Harmon Canyon Preserve, established in 2020, is Ventura's first large-scale nature preserve. At 2,100 acres, visitors enjoy hills and canyons that feature oak groves, stream crossings, and breathtaking views of Southern California mountain ranges, coastlines, and Channel Islands National Park.
Read moreHobert Park
Ventura
In Ventura, Hobert Park is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by dog owners seeking a tranquil escape in Southern California.
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Ventura
Juanamaria Park, located in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, spans 5 acres and offers a range of amenities perfect for a day out with your furry friend.
Read moreKellogg Park
Ventura
Kellogg Park, located in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, offers a delightful retreat for dog owners seeking a charming outdoor space to explore with their furry companions.
Read moreSan Buenaventura State Beach
Ventura
San Buenaventura State Beach, located in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, welcomes furry companions in its day-use area, making it a paw-some destination for dog owners.
Read moreVentura Botanical Gardens
Ventura
In the picturesque city of Ventura, the Ventura Botanical Gardens Demonstration Trail offers a serene escape for nature enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Dog-friendly Ojai and Ventura: a Southern California escape
Ojai and Ventura: two dog-friendly towns, one unforgettable trip The Ojai Valley and the coastal city of Ventura together make one of the most appealing dog-friendly getaways in Southern California. Just 90 minutes north of Los Angeles, these two destinations…
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California’s best coastal dog-friendly towns
From Mendocino's Victorian headlands to Laguna Beach's gallery-lined streets, California's best coastal towns have quietly reshaped themselves around four-legged visitors. Expect water bowls at storefronts, treats at hotel check-in and patios where dogs are the guests of honor.
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5 little-known travel hacks for dog-friendly California adventures
Five insider tips for smoother California road trips with your dog, including pet-friendly rest stops with fenced play areas, hidden beaches away from crowds, no-fee hotel chains, dog-welcome ferries and trains, and local visitor centers with canine-specific recommendations.
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Terrific tree-hugging retreats
Wake up beneath towering trees at these dog-friendly forest glamping spots. From AutoCamp's Airstreams near the Russian River to KOA Ventura Ranch's tricked-out teepees, each property offers trails, fire pits and plenty of room for pups to roam.
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Ventura loves dogs
Ventura is an ultra-dog-friendly surf town with beaches for splashing, trails for hiking, breweries with big patios and a walkable downtown. Pet-friendly lodging ranges from coastal hotels to vintage glamping trailers.
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Waves away with your dog on the Central Coast
California's Central Coast is loaded with dog-friendly cabin and cottage lodging, from Santa Cruz and Monterey to Big Sur, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara. Here are favorite retreats for you and your pup along this scenic stretch of coastline.
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