Featured parks
Arts District Dog Park
Los Angeles
Arts District Dog Park in Los Angeles, California, is a beloved canine oasis within the bustling city.
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Barrington Dog Park
Los Angeles
The 1.5-acre Barrington Dog Park in Los Angeles County, Southern California, is a beloved off-leash haven for furry companions.
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Bronson Canyon
West Hollywood
Located in West Hollywood, Los Angeles County, Southern California, Bronson Canyon is a must-visit destination for dog owners seeking outdoor adventures. Part of Griffith Park, this picturesque canyon offers a 6.5-mile dog-friendly hike leading to the iconic Hollywood sign.
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Castaic Lake State
Castaic
Castaic Lake State Recreation Area in Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions. With its sprawling lakes and picturesque surroundings, this destination is a haven for dog-friendly activities.
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Castro Crest
Malibu
Castro Crest is located 1.4 miles from Latigo Canyon Road up a pleasant section of the Backbone Trail. The crest offers excellent views over Malibu’s Santa Monica Mountains, with the option to continue another half-mile up Castro Peak.
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Charmlee Wilderness Park
Malibu
Charmlee Wilderness Park spans 532 acres in the Santa Monica Mountains Coastal Slope Environment, offering a serene escape in Malibu, Los Angeles County, Southern California.
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Culver City Dog Park
Culver City
Culver City Dog Park, also known as "The Boneyard," is a popular off-leash dog park situated within Culver City Park in Los Angeles County, Southern California.
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Downtown Dog Park
Long Beach
Lincoln Park at Broadway and Pacific is now home to the Downtown Dog Park in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, Southern California.
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El Dorado Dog Park
Long Beach
In Long Beach, Los Angeles County, Southern California, dog owners can treat their furry companions to a fun-filled day at El Dorado Dog Park.
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Escondido Canyon Park
Malibu
Escondido Canyon Park, located in Malibu, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a picturesque escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Escondido Canyon Trail
Malibu
Allow at least two hours for this four-mile (round trip) jaunt to a 150-foot-tall cascade that gushes mightily after a rain. The first three-quarters of a mile is on a street in a very upscale residential district.
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Ferndell Nature Walk
Los Angeles
The short trail through Ferndell in Griffith Park is an out-of-the-ordinary walking path for Los Angeles, bordering a stream that nourishes tropical plants under the shade of sycamores.
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Friends of dog park
Los Angeles
The Friends of the Sepulveda Basin Off-Leash Dog Park, located in Los Angeles, Kern County, Central Valley, is a cherished community asset dedicated to providing a safe and beautiful space for dogs and their owners to enjoy.
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Fryman Canyon Park
Studio City
Accessed from the Nancy Hoover Pohl Overlook on the north side of Mulholland Drive in the eastern Santa Monica Mountains, 122-acre Fryman Canyon Park offers spectacular views, a fitness course, and access to the Betty B.
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Griffith Park Dog Park
Los Angeles
Griffith Park Dog Park, situated in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, Southern California, spans 1.6 acres and offers a serene off-leash experience for furry companions.
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Hermon Park dog park
Los Angeles
The 1.3 acre Hermon Park in the Arroyo Seco Off-Leash Dog Park is an attractive, remote off-leash dog park located on the east side of Herman Park.
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Home Run Dog Park
Lakewood
Home Run Dog Park, located in Lakewood, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a spacious two-acre facility for furry friends to romp and play.
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Jackson Street Dog Park
Long Beach
Jackson Street Dog Park in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, Southern California, is a delightful 0.14-acre space where furry companions can frolic freely.
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K-9 Corner Dog Park
Long Beach
In the north Pine Avenue area of Long Beach, Southern California, dog owners can enjoy the community-driven K-9 Corner Dog Park.
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Laurel Canyon Dog Park
Studio City
A short meander down to the hollow of the canyon exposes the 3 acre Laurel Canyon Off-Leash Dog Park – the City’s original dog park.
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Live Oak Park Dog Run
Manhattan Beach
Located just north of the tennis courts in Manhattan Beach, Sacramento County, Central Valley, Live Oak Park Dog Run is a haven for furry friends and their owners. This dog park welcomes visitors daily from 8 a.m.
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Point Mugu State Park
Malibu
Point Mugu State Park, located in the Santa Monica Mountains near Malibu, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a picturesque landscape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Polliwog Dog Run
Manhattan Beach
In Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles County, Southern California, dog owners can enjoy the expansive Polliwog Dog Run, situated on the west end of Polliwog Park near Begg Field.
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Recreation Dog Park
Long Beach
Recreation Dog Park, located at Recreation Park in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, Southern California, has been a beloved spot for furry companions since its establishment in 1996. Situated at 5201 E.
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Redondo Beach Dog Park
Redondo Beach
The Redondo Beach Dog Park in Los Angeles County, Southern California, is a premier destination for furry friends to frolic and socialize.
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Runyon Canyon Dog Park
Hollywood
Runyon Canyon Dog Park in West Hollywood, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a haven for furry companions to roam and play freely.
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Runyon Canyon Park
Hollywood
Runyon Canyon Park is one of the most popular hiking destinations in Los Angeles and often shows up on publishers’ lists of best hikes in LA.
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Sandstone Peak
Malibu
Sandstone Peak, standing at 3,111 feet, proudly claims the title of the tallest point in the Santa Monica Mountains.
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Sepulveda Basin dog park
Encino
Located in Encino, Los Angeles County, Southern California, the Sepulveda Basin Off-Leash Dog Park offers a sprawling 6.5-acre expanse for dogs to frolic and play freely.
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Silver Lake Dog Park
Los Angeles
The 1.25-acre Silver Lake Dog Park in Los Angeles, California, is a beloved spot for canine companions and their owners to socialize and bask in the stunning views...
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Solstice Canyon Trail
Malibu
Solstice Canyon options for easy, moderate, or strenuous hikes for dogs provided they are kept on leash. Visitors can enjoy a shady stroll along the Solstice Canyon Trail, or a more challenging climb up the Rising Sun Trail.
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Trancas Canyon Park
Malibu
Trancas Canyon Park in Malibu, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a serene escape for both two-legged and four-legged visitors.
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Uptown Dog Park
Long Beach
The Uptown Dog Park in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a delightful retreat for furry companions and their owners.
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West Hollywood Park dog park
West Hollywood
West Hollywood Park and Dog Park sits in West Hollywood, a pocket of open space carved out of the city that feels like a small sanctuary for people and their dogs.
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Westminster Dog Park
Venice
Located just a stone's throw away from the vibrant Venice Boardwalk in Los Angeles County, the Westminster Dog Park offers a haven for furry friends to frolic and...
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Whitnall Off-Leash Dog Park
North Hollywood
In North Hollywood, Los Angeles County, Southern California, dog owners can treat their furry companions to a delightful outing at the Whitnall Off-Leash Dog Park.
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William S. dog park
West Hollywood
William S. Hart Park in West Hollywood, Los Angeles County, is a must-visit destination for dog owners seeking a well-maintained, fenced dog park in Southern California.
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808 West Pupvana Dog Park
West Covina
808 West Pupvana Dog Park is a dog park in Santa Clara County in California’s San Francisco Bay Area.
Read moreAgoura Equestrian Center
Los Angeles
This trail provides a great connection from the Old Agoura Park equestrian-friendly parking lot to the trails in Cheeseboro Canyon.
Read moreAirport Dog Park
Santa Monica
Airport Dog Park is a dog park in Los Angeles County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreAmir’s Garden
Los Angeles
Amir’s Garden is no mere garden; it’s one of two unique and awesome picnic areas on the east side of Griffith Park.
Read moreArthur B. Ripley Desert
Lancaster
Added to the State Park System in 1988, Ripley Desert Woodland is located just west of the Poppy Reserve on Lancaster Road at 210th Street West.
Read moreBanna Park Dog Park
Covina
Dog park in Covina divided into large and small dog areas with climbing equipment for agility.
Read moreBig Dog Area
Los Angeles
Big Dog Area is a dog park in San Diego County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreBig Santa Anita Canyon
Sierra Madre
Big Santa Anita Canyon is within the Angeles National Forest and is entirely on Federal land. Forest Service laws and regulations apply. This...
Read moreBluff Creek Dog Park
Los Angeles
Bluff Creek Dog Park is a dog park in Los Angeles County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreBluff Top Trail
Rancho Palos Verdes
The Bluff Top Trail in Dana Point, Southern California, offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and historical charm.
Read moreBoneyard Dog Park
Culver City
Boneyard Dog Park is a dog park in Los Angeles County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreBVS dog park (small)
Los Angeles
Expansive dog run offering an obstacle course, water stations & perimeter fencing.
Read moreCalabasas Bark Park
Calabasas
Off-leash dog park in Calabasas with shaded areas and a doggie drinking fountain.
Read moreCanine Country Dog Park
Canyon Country
Canine Country Dog Park is a dog park in Los Angeles County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreCanvas LA Dog Park
Los Angeles
Canvas LA Dog Park is a dog park in Los Angeles County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreCentral Bark dog park
West Covina
Central Bark dog park is a dog park in Los Angeles County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreCentral Bark Santa Clarita
Santa Clarita
City of Santa Clarita dog park inside Central Park with separate areas for large and small dogs.
Read moreClaremont Pooch Park
Claremont
Claremont Pooch Park is a dog park in San Bernardino County in California’s Southern California.
Read moreClover Park
Santa Monica
Clover Park in Santa Monica, San Diego County, Southern California, offers a picturesque setting with a great view of Santa Monica airport.
Read moreCrescenta Valley Community
La Crescenta
Crescenta Valley Community Regional Park in La Crescenta, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a serene escape for both locals and visitors. This expansive park spans over 340 acres, providing a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
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Glendale
Crescenta Valley Dog Park is a dog park in Los Angeles County in California’s Southern California.
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