Parks near Central Valley
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American River Parkway
Sacramento
The American River Parkway is a greenbelt along the American River where leashed dogs are welcome.
Balsam Meadows SNO-Park
Shaver Lake
Balsam Meadows is located on the north side of Highway 168, east of Shaver Lake. Ideal for snow play. No snowmobiling allowed.
Coyote SNO-Park
Big Creek
Coyote SNO-Park is located on the north side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake. Recommended activities include cross-country skiing,…
Eastwood Sno-Park
Lakeshore
Eastwood is located on the east side of Highway 168 at Huntington Lake Road in Sierra National Forest, which maintains…
FIDO Field
Folsom
Folsom’s first off-leash dog park, FIDO Field (aka Folsom Dog Park) is at Cummings Family Park.
Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
Folsom
Located at the base of the Sierra foothills, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area offers opportunities for hiking, biking, running, camping,…
Hagan Community Park
Rancho Cordova
Hagan Community Park is the largest park within the Cordova Recreation & Park District with nearly 80 acres. It is…
Hampton Inn & Suites Lodi
Lodi
The Hampton Inn and Suites Lodi offers a comfortable and convenient base in the heart of Lodi’s wine country. You’ll…
Highway 108 SNO-Park
Strawberry
California State Highway 108 traverses the Sierra Nevada at an elevation of 9,628 feet and is subject to winter closure…
Huntington Lake
Lakeshore
Huntington Lake is a popular summer and winter recreation area. This beautiful high sierra lake provides wonderful opportunities for camping,…
Tamarack SNO-Park
Shaver Lake
Tamarack SNO-Park is located on the south side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake. Enjoy cross-country skiing, dog sledding,…
Truitt Bark Park
Sacramento
The dog park includes a 0.23-acre large dog and 0.12-acre small dog park,
William Land Park
Sacramento
William Land Park is a sizable park offering many amenities, including a zoo, amphitheater, golf course & ball fields.
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Agoura Equestrian Center Connector Trail
Los Angeles
This trail provides a great connection from the Old Agoura Park equestrian-friendly parking lot to the trails in Cheeseboro Canyon. The trail…
American River Bend Park
Sacramento
American River Bend Park is one of Sacramento’s oldest county parks. A long central road paralleling the river links you…
Ancil Hoffman Park
Sacramento
Ancil Hoffman Park, dotted with ancient oaks and bordered on two sides by the American River, is home to the…
Bannon Creek Dog Park
Sacramento
Bannon Creek Dog Park is a .6 acre, fully fenced off-leash dog park in Sacramento. The dog park is located…
Bannon Creek Park
Sacramento
Sacramento's Bannon Creek Park has a 1.17 mile bike trail, dog park and picnic areas. The park has walking paths,…
Barandas Dog Park
Sacramento
Barandas Dog Park is a fully fenced, off-leash dog park located within Manuel J. Barandas Park in Sacramento.
Barkleyville Dog Park
Stockton
Bring your furry friend out to the Barkleyville Dog Park! This is a great place to let Fido get some exercise.
Basin AH1 Dog Park
Fresno
Basin AH1 Dog Park provides a large grassy area with trees where your dog can romp and play off-leash. The…
Beckman Park
Lodi
In Lodi, San Joaquin County, dog owners can find a haven for their furry companions at Beckman Park. Conveniently situated…
Blackbird Park
Sacramento
Blackbird Park is a 9.9‐acre community park in the North Natomas area of Sacramento. The park features a community garden,…
Blackbird Park Dog Park
Sacramento
Blackbird Dog Park is located within Blackbird Par, a 9.93‐acre community park in the North Natomas area of Sacramento.
Blue Ridge Trail North
Rumsey
This is not a trail for beginners. The terrain is rough and very steep. The best time to hike this…
Blue Ridge Trail South
Rumsey
The hike starts at the parking area at the headwaters of Fiske Creek and climbs about 200 feet up to…
Bodfish Preserve
Orinda
With its dream-like woodlands and footpaths that connect to nearby trails, the 7-acre Bodfish preserve is now known as a…
Buttonwillow Rest Area I-5 North
Buttonwillow
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Buttonwillow Rest Area I-5 South
Buttonwillow
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
California State Capitol Park
Sacramento
Capitol Park in Sacramento is a lush 40-acre oasis right in the heart of the city. With beautifully landscaped gardens,…
Canine Corral at Carmichael Park
Carmichael
The Canine Corral at Carmichael Park, managed by the Carmichael Recreation and Park District, is a premier off-leash dog park…
Carr Ranch
Moraga
A pristine 604-acre expanse adjacent to Lamorinda, Carr Ranch in Moraga, Tulare County, is a permanently protected watershed, enhancing the…
Chestnut Park
Davis
In the heart of Davis, Yolo County, Chestnut Park is a vibrant community hub that offers a plethora of activities…
Clarksburg Branch Line Trail
West Sacramento
The Clarksburg Branch Line Trail in West Sacramento, Yolo County, is a 3.25-mile path that meanders along the former bed…
Coalinga – Avenal Rest Area I-5 North
Huron
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Coalinga – Avenal Rest Area I-5 South
Huron
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Community Park Dog Run
Davis
The Community Park Dog Run in Davis, Yolo County, Central Valley, is a popular spot for dog owners to gather…
Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Park
Pilot Hill
Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Park is 1,418 scenic acres laced with 12 miles of dog-friendly hiking and riding trails leading…
Curtis Park
Sacramento
Located in a residential neighborhood in Sacramento, Curtis Park is just over 18 acres with a dog-friendly 1-mile walking trail…
Dave Moore Nature Area
Sacramento
One of the main features of the dog-friendly Dave Moore Nature Area is a loop trail about a mile long…
Discovery Park
Sacramento
Located beside I-5 in downtown Sacramento, Discovery Park is a 302-acre park with a 32-mile bike trail, ball fields, picnic…
Downtown Stockton Marina and Joan Darrah Promenade
Stockton
Stroll along the Joan Darrah Promenade and enjoy the beautiful public art and picturesque views of downtown Stockton.
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Dry Creek Parkway
Sacramento
The Dry Creek Parkway provides boundless recreational opportunities for its surrounding communities including a golf course, horse trails, picnic facilities,…
Dunnigan Rest Area I-5 North
Woodland
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Dunnigan Rest Area I-5 South
Dunnigan
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
East La Loma Community Park
Modesto
A very long and peaceful hike and bike trail through the oak grove. With a great disk golf park and…
El Dorado Trail (Camelia Lane Entry)
Sacramento
The El Dorado Trail stretches approximately 35 miles between Placerville and the Camino area of Northern California, offering a scenic…
El Dorado Trail (Missouri Flat Road Entry)
Sacramento
The El Dorado Trail stretches approximately 35 miles between Placerville and the Camino area of Northern California, offering a scenic…
El Dorado Trail (Mosquito Road Entry)
Sacramento
The El Dorado Trail stretches approximately 35 miles between Placerville and the Camino area of Northern California, offering a scenic…
Elk Park/Modesto Dog Park
Modesto
A nice spot with beautiful shade, great space for large dogs an small dogs to run and romp.
Elkhorn Rest Area I-5 South
Sacramento
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Fiske Creek Trail
Rumsey
The Fiske Creek Trail is one of the best undiscovered gems in Yolo County. Breathtaking views of Blue Ridge, a…
Folsom Parkway Rail Trail
Sacramento
The dog-friendly Folsom Parkway Rail Trail spans from downtown Folsom to the Iron Point Light Rail station.
Frandy Park
Kernville
Frandy Park, located in downtown Kernville, Kern County, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a dog-friendly camping experience in…
Frank Grasse Dog Park
Willits
Frank Grasse Dog Park in Willits, Merced County, Central Valley, offers a welcoming environment for dogs and their owners to…
Friends of the Sepulveda Basin Off-Leash 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…
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Frog Pond Trail
Rumsey
The Frog Pond Trail hike takes you through oak woodlands to a small pond. The pond is said to have some…
Gateway Oaks Trail
Sacramento
Dog-friendly Gateway Oaks Trail offers hikers an easy jaunt on a 3.5-mile out-and-back trail in Sacramento, California.
Gibson Ranch Regional Park
Elverta
Any day is a good day to experience the country at Gibson Ranch Regional Park. There are so many things to…
Glenbrook Dog Park
Sacramento
Find Glenbrook Dog Park behind the sports fields at Glenbrook Park, adjacent to Highway 50. The dog park is fully…
Glenbrook Park
Sacramento
Glenbrook Park is a 17.46 acre park in Sacramento with sports fields, playgrounds, picnic areas and a dog park.
Graceada Park
Modesto
A perfect park to visit in the summertime with big trees for shade and nice seatings for a picnic.
Granite Regional Park
Sacramento
Granite Regional Park is an 80.45 acre park with picnic areas, BBQ grill, horseshoe pits, sport fields a skate park…
Granite Regional Park Dog Park
Sacramento
Find this dog park within Sacramento's Granite Regional Park. Located near the skate park, the dog park has separate areas…
Gristmill Access Area
Sacramento
The Gristmill Access Area is primarily used by hikers, anglers, rafters, and boaters. Dogs are permitted provided they are leashed.
Hagan Community Dog Park
Rancho Cordova
At nearly 2.5 acres, Hagan Community Dog Park is located within Hagan Community Park. Built in 2009, this park offers dog…
Heartland Dog Park
Gilroy
Heartland Dog Park is a fully fenced, off-leash dog park located within Hecker Pass Park on 3rd St. in Gilroy.
Herbert S Miles Rest Area I-5 North
Red Bluff
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Heron Landing Community Park
Rancho Cordova
At just over 20 acres, Heron Landing Community Park offers visitors a variety of recreational amenities with its innovative features
Hinkle Creek Nature Area
Sacramento
Hinkle Creek Nature Area is a thirty-six-acre lot of pure nature. It consists of a stunning dog-friendly trail that coils…
Howe Park Dog Park
Sacramento
Howe Park's dog park was the very first dog park constructed in the Greater Sacramento area. Since then, a new,…
Humbug-Willow Creek Trail
Sacramento
Covering nearly 15 miles, the Humbug-Willow Creek Trail system, accessible from many points in the city, is the most extensive…
Jacinto Creek Park
Sacramento
Jacinto Creek Park is in South Sacramento, adjacent to Irene B. West Elementary School. This 11.81 acre community park includes…
Jacinto Creek Park Dog Park
Sacramento
Sacramento's Jacinto Creek Park is also home to a 2-acre, fully fenced dog park where dogs can run and play…
Jaswant Singh Khalra Park Dog Park
Fresno
Jaswant Singh Khalra Dog Park offers a fully fenced play area where well-behaved dogs can run off-leash and socialize with…
Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail
Sacramento
The Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail offers the best trail access in the Sacramento area. This dog-friendly trail winds from Folsom…
John Barovetto Dog Park
Davis
Located in the heart of Davis, Yolo County, John Barovetto Dog Park is a haven for four-legged companions and their…
John Erreca Rest Area I-5 North
Firebaugh
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
John Erreca Rest Area I-5 South
Firebaugh
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Lake Natoma
Sacramento
Lake Natoma, part of Folsom State Recreation Area, is the site of many rowing, sailing, sculling and outrigger canoe regattas…
Lake Natoma Loop Trail
Sacramento
Dog-friendly Lake Natoma Loop Trail spans 11 miles and has enough topography change to keep things interesting but not strenuous.
Lawrence Park
Lodi
There are five dog-friendly parks located within the city of Lodi. These parks are specifically designed for dogs and their…
Levee Path
Sacramento
Levee Path is a dog-friendly 3.5-mile out-and-back trail from Sutter's Landing Regional Park in Sacramento, California.
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…
Lt John C Helmick Rest Area I-5 North
Corning
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Lt John C Helmick Rest Area I-5 South
Corning
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Lynn Robie Dog Park
Sacramento
Lynn Robie Dog Park is located on Freeport Boulevard within the Bill Conlin Youth Sports Complex in Sacramento.
Mather Regional Park
On land previously operated by the Air Force, Mather Regional Park has now become the home to a wide range…
Maxwell Rest Area I-5 North
Williams
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Maxwell Rest Area I-5 South
Williams
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
McHenry Recreation Area
Escalon
McHenry Recreation Area is park on the lower Stanislaus located at roughly 24100 East River Road, near the crossroad of…
McKinley Park
Sacramento
Sacramento's McKinley Park has more than 30 acres for you and your dog to explore. The park was built in…
McKinney Colony Park
Modesto
Mckinney Colony Park is spacious and clean with lots of shade and green grass.
Mendocino Dog Park
Mendocino
The Mendocino Dog Park in Merced County, Central Valley, offers a serene retreat for furry companions. This charming park may…
Michael Faklis Park
Stockton
Michael Faklis Park in Stockton has an off-leash dog park with an agility course.
Micke Grove Regional Park
Lodi
A gift from the late Lodi farmer turned philanthropist William G. Micke, this 132-acre park remains one of the most…
Mill Creek Falls
Mineral
Mill Creek Falls, located in Mineral, Tehama County, within the Central Valley region, is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts…
North Natomas Regional Park
Sacramento
North Natomas Regional Park in Sacramento is a 212.31 acre park with sports fields, bikeways, bridges and large and small…
North Natomas Regional Park Dog Park
Sacramento
Sacramento's North Natomas Regional Park has a 2.5 acre off-leash dog park. The park is divided into to separate areas
North Tahoe Regional Park
Tahoe Vista
In the serene beauty of Tahoe Vista, the North Tahoe Regional Park offers a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and their…
Oak Grove Regional Park
Stockton
Located in Stockton, Oak Grove Regional Park offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions in San…
Oak Parkway Trail
Sacramento
The dog-friendly Oak Parkway Trail stretches just over 2 miles through Folsom, a Sacramento suburb, connecting the eastern and western…
Olmstead Loop Trail
Sacramento
Olmstead Loop Trail parallels Hwy 49 on one side and the American River Canyon on the other, passing through open,…
Orion’s Dog Park
California City
Nestled within the picturesque landscape of California City in Kern County, Orion’s Dog Park stands out as a haven for…
P.O.O.C.H. Dog Park
Citrus Heights
P.O.O.C.H. Dog Park at C-bar-C Park in Citrus Heights, Sacramento County, is a haven for furry friends in the Central…
Paradise Beach
Sacramento
Paradise Beach is located near California State University, Sacramento, on an oxbow bend in the river which creates a cove…
Partner Park
Sacramento
Partner Park is a 2.5-acre off-leash dog park in Sacramento, and is known as one of the best in the…
Paul E. Weston Park
Stockton
Paul E. Weston Park has a fully fenced, grassy dog park in its south corner.
Phoenix Dog Park
Fair Oaks
Fair Oaks, located in San Joaquin County in the heart of Central Valley, boasts the renowned Phoenix Dog Park, a…
Pioneer Park Dog Park
Davis
“Off-leash park for dogs to play, Pioneer Park Dog Park in Davis, Yolo County, Central Valley, offers a haven for…
Rayhouse Road / Road 40 Trail
Rumsey
You start out by crossing the low water bridge, and turning right, following the road. Follow the road the entire…
Red Rock Canyon State Park
Cantil
Red Rock Canyon State Park features scenic desert cliffs, buttes and spectacular rock formations. The park is located where the…
Regency Community Park
Sacramento
Regency Community Park is a 41.67 acre joint-use park/detention basin in Sacramento.
Regency Community Park Dog Park
Sacramento
Regency Community Park Dog Park in Sacramento is a 2-acre dog park with separate areas for small and large dogs.
River Bend Park
Sacramento
444-acre River Bend Park is one of Sacramento’s oldest county parks. A long central road paralleling the river links you…
Roeding Park Dog Park
Fresno
Roeding Park Dog Park in Fresno is a fully fenced, off-leash dog park that is accessible for wheelchair users.
Rossmoor Bar
Sacramento
Rossmoor Bar is a peninsula, bordered on three sides by the American River. Located in Rancho Cordova, this park provides…
Sacramento River Discovery Center
Red Bluff
Established in 1996, the Sacramento River Discovery Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit whose staff, volunteers and partners work together to…
Sacramento River Parkway Trail
Sacramento
The dog-friendly Sacramento River Parkway Trail stretches for more than 9 miles along the Sacramento River, offering a delightful walk…
Salmon Falls & Darrington Trail
Sacramento
Embark on a pawsome adventure along this dog-friendly 15.7-mile out-and-back trail nestled near El Dorado Hills, California.
Sam Combs Dog Park
West Sacramento
Tucked away in the heart of West Sacramento, Sam Combs Dog Park is a haven for furry friends and their…
Slide Hill Dog Park
Davis
Slide Hill Dog Park in Davis, Yolo County, is a fenced haven where dogs can play off-leash to their heart’s…
Stone Creek Community Park
Rancho Cordova
Stone Creek Community Park is one of Rancho Cordova's busiest parks and for good reason- it's packed with amenities the…
Summerfield Dog Park
West Sacramento
In West Sacramento, Yolo County, Central Valley, dog owners can enjoy a visit to Summerfield Dog Park, a popular spot…
Sunrise Recreation Area
Rancho Cordova
Sunrise Recreation Area is a waterfront park with hiking and biking trails, river access and barbecue grills. The park is…
Sunriver Park
Rancho Cordova
Sunriver Park backs up to the Lower Sunrise Recreational Area and the American River in Rancho Cordova. The five-acre park
Sutter’s Landing Park
Sacramento
Sutter's Landing Park in Sacramento is a 166.83 acre park with multi-use trails, basketball and bocce ball courts, and a…
Sutter’s Landing Park Dog Park
Sacramento
Sutter's Landing Park Dog Park in Sacramento is tucked within Sutter's Landing Regional Park in between the basketball courts and…
Sycamore Park
Davis
Sycamore Park in Davis, Yolo County, is a beloved outdoor destination for dog owners seeking a spacious and dog-friendly environment.…
Tahoe Park
Sacramento
Looking for a spacious park in Sacramento where you can relax, explore and enjoy a day out with your pup?
Tanzanite Community Dog Park
Sacramento
Tanzanite Community Park Dog Park is a 2-acre, fully fenced, off-leash dog park in Sacramento. It's a bit of a…
Tanzanite Community Park
Sacramento
Tanzanite Community Park is a a 31.26 acre park in Sacramento with sports fields, a dog park, playground, skate park…
Tasajara Ridge Dog Park
Tasajara Ridge Dog Park in Sacramento County, Central Valley, offers a spacious and welcoming environment for furry friends to play…
The Bark Park
Sacramento
Located in front of the Sacramento County Animal Care Shelter, the Bark Park dog park totals two acres, with separate…
The Johnny Cash Trail
Sacramento
On October 4th, 2014, the City of Folsom proudly opened Phase I of The Johnny Cash Trail – a 1.2-mile…
Toad Hollow Dog Park
Davis
Toad Hollow Dog Park in Davis, Yolo County, Central Valley, offers a spacious 2.5-acre fenced area where dogs can enjoy…
Todd Beamer Dog Park
Fresno
Todd Beamer Dog Park is a fully fenced off-leash dog park located in Fresno. The park is wheelchair accessible with…
Todd Beamer Park
Fresno
Todd Beamer Park in Fresno offers shaded play areas, a splash area, a basketball court, a dog park and skate…
Trail of 100 Giants
Springville
Feeling tiny among giants. Photo Credit: ziggy_surfdog Trail of 100 Giants is an easy, accessible walk through Long Meadow Grove, one…
Tuolumne River Regional Park
Ceres
The Tuolumne River Regional Park (TRRP) consists of over five-hundred acres of parkland that runs along 7 river miles of…
Two Rivers Trail
Sacramento
wo Rivers Trails is a 1.7-mile long dog-friendly paved bike path that runs adjacent to the American River.
U.C. Davis Arboretum
Davis
Tooki exploring U.C. Davis Arboretum. Photo Credit: kellybelly110 The U.C. Davis Arboretum is 100 acres of teaching and research gardens…
University Avenue Dog Park
Sacramento
University Avenue Dog Park in Sacramento offers two fenced play areas, one for small dogs and one for large dogs.
University of the Pacific
Stockton
The University of the Pacific campus welcomes the public to enjoy their 175-acre campus, making this nice spot to walk…
University Park Discovery Trail
Stockton
The Discovery Trail features over a dozen stops that highlight art in public places, the rose garden, and lake with…
Ustach Park
Modesto
Great park for playing, walking, or for a bike ride. Awesome place to exercise or walk your dog.
Uvas Creek Levee Trail
Gilroy
“The Levee” is a nickname that locals use to refer to a paved jogging/biking path that runs from the Gilroy…
Valley Oak Dog Park
Sacramento
Valley Oak Dog Park, located in Sacramento's Valley Oak Park, offers dog owners two off-leash play areas, one for small…
Valley Oak Park
Sacramento
Valley Oak Park is a 8.69 acre park in Sacramento with 2 dog parks, jogging and bike trails and picnic…
Victory Park
Stockton
Dog walkers and joggers alike admire this lush green park. Pets must be leashed at all times.
Vinewood Park
Lodi
There are five dog-friendly parks located within the city of Lodi. These parks are specifically designed for dogs and their…
Walnut Community Park Dog Run
Davis
Walnut Community Park Dog Run in Davis, Yolo County, is a haven for both furry friends and their owners seeking…
Westly Rest Area I-5 North
Vernalis
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Westly Rest Area I-5 South
Westley
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
White Rock Community Park
Rancho Cordova
White Rock Community Park is located across the street from White Rock Elementary School in Rancho Cordova. Updated in 2011,
Willows Rest Area I-5 North
Willows
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Willows Rest Area I-5 South
Willows
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Woodland Off Leash Dog Park
Woodland
Woodland Off Leash Dog Park in Yolo County, Central Valley, is a spacious haven for furry companions to roam freely…
Woodward Park
Fresno
Woodward Park is a the biggest park in Fresno County spanning 300-acres. The park includes five miles of trails, an…
Woodward Park Dog Park
Fresno
This one acre of dog heaven features separate small and big dog areas. It is located in the northeast corner…
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
Sacramento
On Interstate 80 at the Yolo Causeway between Davis and Sacramento, you will see signs identifying the dog-friendly Vic Fazio…